Humewood, Toronto Real Estate Listings

This part of the city does not require use of a car because various other methods of transportation are at the disposal of home buyers. It is very easy for pedestrians to get around in this neighbourhood; all daily errands can be run on foot, and a variety of businesses are reasonably close by. Physically active home buyers will also enjoy the reasonably cycling-friendly nature of Humewood. For instance, bike-share stations are seldomly more than a few blocks away. With a few nearby bus lines, the very good public transit access makes transit a viable option for many. On the other hand, Humewood is not an especially good part of Toronto for getting around by car as it is challenging to park, and the majority of properties for sale are a rather long drive from the closest highway.

It is especially convenient to get to both a general and a specialty grocery store on foot from most homes for sale in this area. Additionally, there is usually a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. With regards to education, families will appreciate that no matter where their home is situated in Humewood, daycares and schools are close by. Parents are served by public and private elementary schools.

Humewood has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Humewood is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally very calm. Greenery is present in this area as the tree canopy coverage for most streets is fairly good. There are a few public green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in and they are especially well-distributed, making it very easy to access them. Lastly, there are numerous things to do in this area for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Even though this neighbourhood is not known for its nightlife, the streets are usually busy with people.

In Humewood, about 30% of dwellings are single detached homes, and the remaining houses are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses. This area is primarily composed of one bedroom and three bedroom homes. There are equal parts owners and renters living in this neighbourhood. This area experienced its main construction boom pre-1960, so most of the available homes are from this time period.