Bayview Woods-Steeles Toronto Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Located at the northern end of Toronto, Bayview Woods- Steels is a unique neighbourhood that is known for its scenic beauty. It was part of North York until the year 1998 at which point it was amalgamated into Toronto. The most distinctive aspect of this neighbourhood is that it has a series of ravines that run right through it, dividing it into segments. Many do not even think of Bayview Woods- Steeles as a complete neighbourhood of its own. Instead, choosing to divide the segments thus created among the neighbouring locations of Hillcrest Village, Newtonbrook and Bayview Village.

•   Age Older
•   Area Urban
•   Amenities CF Fairview
•   Commute 25 mins DT
•   Income Upper Mid

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Bayview Woods - Steeles Real Estate Overview

Surrounding communities might be of interest as well:

• BAYVIEW VILLAGE
• NEWTONBROOK
• WILLOWDALE

Bayview Woods- Steeles is encircled by Steeles Avenue East in the north side. Leslie Street encompasses it in the east, to the west side lies Bayview Avenue, and to its south lies Finch Avenue East. All of these being significant roadways, access to various other parts of Toronto is easy and hassle-free from this community.

Public transit is efficient in the neighbourhood as well with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operating several bus routes here. Apart from the TTC buses, the York Region Transit buses also run through this location. The commuter railway station, Old Cummer GO Station, provides train access to and from Bayview Woods- Steeles. Via this GO transit train line, you can quickly get to the Richmond Hill line.

Bayview Woods - Steeles Homes are Perfect For

Bayview Woods- Steeles is the perfect spot for you to settle down at if you want your children to grow up in a place where they can get exposure to various cultures and ethnicities. With the high percentage of Chinese as well as a good mix of people from different other parts of the world, Bayview Woods- Steeles is a veritable melting pot of cultures. World exposure right at your doorstep- that’s guaranteed at Bayview Woods- Steeles. Add to this the advantages of having an opportunity to listen to and learn different languages too.

Those who need to commute to various parts of the surrounding areas for work should like Bayview Woods- Steeles thanks to its remarkably efficient bus connectivity and rail connectivity. With both bus and subway access being easy here, there is no need to worry about spending hours in your car in the middle of slow-moving peak hour traffic daily as you commute to work.

Surrounded as it is by arterial roadways, Bayview Woods- Steeles also offers excellent access via road to other parts of Toronto when you feel like taking a drive out of the community.

Bayview Woods-Steeles Homes Are Not So Perfect For

One of the drawbacks of Bayview Woods- Steeles is that the ravines intersecting the neighbourhood leave very little space for residential development here. There is quite a significant variance in elevation across the neighbourhood too, which may be seen as something out of the ordinary by a few individuals. The ravines do add incredible natural beauty to the place though so the disadvantage they present is set off by the stunning views they result in.

Life and Style, Amenities And Things To Do In Bayview Woods-Steels

If you are the kind to appreciate an area that has adequate green space, then you will see Bayview Woods- Steeles for the haven it is. Many of the branches of the Don River connect right in the middle of Bayview Woods- Steeles, creating a beautiful scenic spot here. It is a natural haven of sorts that is difficult to come by in the busy cityscape elsewhere. The section of Cummer Avenue that lies between Bayview and Leslie is quite steep, and from here you have stunning views of the rest of the neighbourhood with the greenery extending in all directions. It is quite unusual to have segments of the neighbourhood at such elevation, and this sets apart Bayview Woods- Steeles from its neighbours quite distinctively.

Adding to nature’s bounty being offered to Bayview Woods- Steeles residents are the many parks dotting the location. Quite a few municipal parks are to be found here including Bestview Park, Pineway Park, Cummer Park and Garnier Park. The Don Valley network divides the neighbourhood in two. This valley is part of the extensive Toronto ravine system. The Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division that maintains the municipal parks also manages the Cummer Park Community Centre and the pool, skate park and arena that are part of the centre’s facilities.

With many educational institutions lying well within easy reach of Bayview Woods- Steeles, it is easy to see why parents of young children love this neighbourhood and choose to buy homes here. Take your pick from Steelesview Public School, Zion Heights Middle School and Lester B. Pearson Elementary School. Apart from this, you also have Tyndale University College and Seminary here, which is a private post-secondary institution.

Bayview Woods-Steeles Real Estate Market

A very common type of housing you will find here is high rise buildings with more than five storeys. Most of the homes are owner-occupied with about 40% being up on the rental market. There are also quite several mature homes for sale that were built before 1980. You can see an excellent variety in terms of architectural styles with modern design homes standing shoulder to shoulder with older styles. Most of the single-family detached homes are especially sought after for the large lots they are situated on, and you will see that many open out at the back onto protected open areas.

The neighbourhood is a preferred location for families; more than half the homes being occupied by family units. Young couples also find this neighbourhood attractive, and they occupy about 30% of the homes.

With access to amenities, natural beauty, a good selection of homes to pick from and many other advantages, Bayview Woods- Steeles real estate market makes a perfect location to set up home whether you are a professional or a parent.

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