Open Houses in Old Toronto, Toronto

No matter the mode of transportation, it is very simple to travel in this area. Old Toronto is particularly convenient for people who like to travel by foot; most day-to-day errands can be run without needing to resort to a car, and there are also numerous businesses nearby. Old Toronto will also attract physically active house buyers because it is very suitable for cycling. In particular, bike-share stations are never more than a short distance away, and the bicycling infrastructure is reasonably good. Thanks to plenty of nearby rapid transit stations on the Line 1 (Yonge-University) and Line 2 (Bloor - Danforth), and over 100 nearby bus lines, commuting by public transit is especially convenient in Old Toronto. Driving is also a good transportation option in Old Toronto. Most real estate listings are a rather short drive from the nearest highway, such as Don Valley Parkway.

Parents and their children will value that no matter where their house is situated in Old Toronto, schools and daycares are nearby. Parents have the option of public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. With regards to food, it is very convenient to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store without the use of a vehicle from most houses for sale in Old Toronto. Over 400 supermarkets are situated in the area, and the best selection can be found on streets like Danforth Avenue. Moreover, there are a good number of options in close proximity for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes.

Old Toronto has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. There are numerous bustling parts in this former municipality for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Numerous entertainment venues can be found nearby, the streets are almost always busy with people, and with its over 250 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Most areas in Old Toronto are reasonably quiet, as the streets are peaceful, however some areas can be quite noisy, especially close to Don Valley Parkway, Allen Expressway, one of the railway lines or one of the 3 airports (Toronto (Hospital For Sick Children) Heliport,Toronto / City Centre Water Aerodrome,Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport). This part of Toronto also features a fair amount of greenery; there are over 600 green spaces close by for residents to visit, like Chorley Park and Main Sewage Treatment Playground, and they are very well-distributed, making them very easy to access. Furthermore, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for most streets is good.

In Old Toronto, the majority of dwellings are large apartment buildings, and the remaining properties are mainly small apartment buildings. This area is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Renters occupy about 55% of the units in the former municipality and 45% are occupied by owners. Around one third of properties in this former municipality were built before the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 2000s.