St. James Town, Toronto Rentals

This part of the city is an excellent part of Toronto for eco-friendly transportation options. Commuting by public transit is very convenient in this neighbourhood. For example, the closest rapid transit station, such as Sherbourne Station - Eastbound Platform and Sherbourne Station - Westbound Platform on the Line 2 (Bloor - Danforth), is usually very close from the greater part of houses in the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is linked by a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually just around the corner. Active house buyers will also be pleased with the very walk-friendly nature of St. James Town; most common errands can be run on foot, and a very large number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This neighbourhood is a fairly pleasant part of Toronto for cyclists. More specifically, St. James Town is home to a good cycling infrastructure, and bike-share stations are rarely more than a few blocks away.

It is very often practical for property owners in St. James Town to shop for general and specialty groceries by walking. Additionally, there are a good number of choices in close proximity for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes. Regarding education, in this part of Toronto, parents and their children will generally be able to get to schools and daycares by walking.

St. James Town is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of the city. There are numerous energetic parts in this area for those looking for a dynamic vibe. The streets are usually busy with people, there is a wide variety of entertainment venues, and with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located around the corner. St. James Town is good for those who prefer quiet surroundings, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. There is a good amount of greenery in this part of Toronto; it is very easy to reach parks in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to explore. Residents will also find that numerous tree-lined streets are present.

St. James Town experienced its biggest building boom between 1960 and 1980, so most of the available properties are from this era. The predominance of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of this area is an important part of its character. Renters occupy nearly all of the units in St. James Town and the remainder are occupied by owners. This part of Toronto is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.