New Listings in Wishing Well Acres, Toronto

Regardless of the medium of transportation, it is quite straightforward to move around in Wishing Well Acres. Physically active house buyers will welcome the pedestrian-friendly character of Wishing Well Acres; many daily errands can be run on foot, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. In contrast, it is occasionally difficult to travel by bicycle in this part of the city since the cycling network is rather poor, and the terrain is not especially flat. Thankfully, bicycling is better in some sectors than others. Wishing Well Acres is reasonably transit friendly. More specifically, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. Driving is also a very good medium of transportation in Wishing Well Acres. It is convenient to come across a place to park, and it is a very short car ride to the closest highway, such as Highway 401, from any home in this part of Toronto.

In Wishing Well Acres, parents and their kids will generally be able to get to daycares and schools on foot. At the elementary level, there are both public and private schools. With respect to eating, it is very often possible for property owners in Wishing Well Acres to do their grocery shopping by walking. Furthermore, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner.

The character of Wishing Well Acres is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. There is a good amount of greenery in this part of the city as there are numerous tree-lined streets. It is easy to access public green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to enjoy. This part of Toronto is also quiet, as the streets are reasonably tranquil - although there are still several noisier sections, especially around Highway 401.

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing roughly 45% of dwellings in Wishing Well Acres, while large apartment buildings are the main alternative in the housing stock. Around 40% of properties in this area were constructed between 1960 and 1980, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 2000s. This part of the city offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes. About 70% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the rest are rented.