Multi Family Homes For Sale in Thornlea, Markham

The best approach to get around in this part of Markham is usually driving. It is very easy to access a place to park, and it is a short car ride to the nearest highway, such as Highway 404, from any location in Thornlea. On the other hand, the public transit service in Thornlea is not very frequent. Thankfully, property owners are served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. There are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Thornlea, even though meeting day-to-day needs is convenient on foot. This part of the city is also not particularly appropriate for cycling as the bicycling network is not very comprehensive, and there are a fair number of elevation changes. Nevertheless, riding a bike is more practical in some pockets than others.

Secondary schools are easy to access on foot from anywhere in Thornlea. However, there are no primary schools in Thornlea. With regards to eating, home buyers in this area usually have to use a vehicle to reach the closest supermarket. There are a few restaurants in Thornlea.

Thornlea offers a relaxed environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of Markham is fairly good for those who need quiet surroundings, as the streets tend to be reasonably calm - however some areas can be quite loud, especially around Highway 407, Highway 404 or the railway line. Finally, green spaces are very well-situated and there are a few of them close by for residents to enjoy, making them easy to reach.

Roughly 95% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home while the rest are renters. Single detached homes and row houses are the main housing type in this part of the city. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood occurred between 1980 and 1990. Although this part of Markham is notable for those looking for four or more bedroom homes.