South Parkdale, Toronto Real Estate Listings

South Parkdale allows home buyers to move around by different modes of transportation. It is very convenient for pedestrians to move around in this part of Toronto; meeting daily needs is straightforward without a car, and a variety of businesses are reasonably close at hand. Physically active house buyers will also appreciate the bicycling-friendly character of South Parkdale. More precisely, it is a flat ride to most locations, the cycling network is fairly comprehensive, and bike-share stations are hardly ever more than a short distance away. Homeowners can rely on public transit to travel in this part of the city. More precisely, there is the Exhibition on the Lakeshore West. The neighbourhood is connected by about 10 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is typically very close by. South Parkdale is also moderately car friendly. Nearby highways, such as F G Gardiner Expressway, are especially easy to reach from any location in South Parkdale.

It is very often possible for house buyers in South Parkdale to purchase general and specialty groceries without a vehicle. Moreover, there are a good number of opportunities for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. Concerning education, in South Parkdale, families will usually be able to get to schools and daycares without a vehicle. Residents benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces will feel at home in South Parkdale. This part of Toronto has numerous areas for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Despite the fact that there are few nearby entertainment venues, the streets are almost always busy with people, and with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located around the corner. There is a good amount of greenery in this part of Toronto; there are about 30 public green spaces nearby for residents to discover, like Budapest Park and Sir Casimir Gzowski Park, and they are very well-situated, resulting in them being very easy to get to from the majority of locations within South Parkdale. In addition, residents will find that there are numerous tree-lined streets.

About one third of homes in South Parkdale were built prior to the 1960s, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 2000s. In this part of the city, about two thirds of dwellings are large apartment buildings, but small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. Renters occupy about 85% of the units in South Parkdale and the remainder are occupied by owners. This area also has quite a good variety of housing sizes; there is a higher proportion of one bedroom homes in this part of the city.