Single Family Homes For Sale in Lower Don Parklands, Toronto

No matter the medium of transportation, it is quite straightforward to get around in Lower Don Parklands. Most houses for sale in this neighbourhood are located in areas that are reasonably conducive to those who travel by foot; running common errands is convenient, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Physically active home buyers will also value the very cycling-friendly character of this part of the city. For instance, the cycling infrastructure is reasonably good. With a few nearby bus lines, Lower Don Parklands is home to a reasonably good public transit system. The car is usually the favoured method to get around in this part of Toronto. It is straightforward to park, and it is a rather short drive to the nearest highway from any location in Lower Don Parklands.

Families will find that wherever their house is located in Lower Don Parklands, primary schools and daycares are nearby. In contrast, parents may consider it challenging for their kids to get to high schools as a pedestrian. As far as food is concerned, a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a reasonably short walk away in Lower Don Parklands. Furthermore, this neighbourhood is a good place in which to eat out, and a limited number of coffee shops is available as well.

There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Lower Don Parklands, despite its sometimes busy feel. To be more specific, there are approximately 10 public green spaces nearby for residents to enjoy, including Don Valley Brick Works and Moore Park Ravine, and they are very well-distributed, making it very easy to get to them. Finally, as there are few pedestrians, this area is relatively quiet; however noise levels are higher closer to one of the railway lines.

Lower Don Parklands experienced its most significant building boom before the 1960s, so most of the available housing stock is from this era. The substantial percentage of single detached homes in the housing stock of this neighbourhood is an important part of its character. Homeowners occupy roughly 80% of the units in Lower Don Parklands whereas the remainder are rented. This area also has a selection of housing size options; however this neighbourhood is especially good for those looking for four or more bedroom homes.