Condos For Rent in Parkdale, Toronto

Parkdale presents house buyers with the choice between a variety of methods of transportation. The public transit network in Parkdale is great. House owners benefit from the Exhibition with access to the Lakeshore West. There are around 10 bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and bus stops are usually very close by. Parkdale is also especially suitable for those who prefer to get around by foot; running common errands is very convenient without a vehicle, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Physically active home buyers will enjoy the very cycling-friendly nature of this area. More specifically, there is usually a bike-share station in proximity.

It is very often feasible for house buyers in Parkdale to buy general and specialty groceries as pedestrians. In addition, with 150-odd restaurants and cafes in this part of Toronto, there is almost always a spot to get some food or drink just around the corner. It is also a short distance to a very good choice of clothing stores. With respect to education, parents and their kids will find that wherever their home is situated in Parkdale, daycares and schools are close by.

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a neighbourhood, Parkdale is a reasonably good option. Parkdale is good for those who prefer quiet surroundings, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic, however some parts can be quite noisy, especially near F G Gardiner Expressway or one of the railway lines. Greenery is prominent in this neighbourhood as numerous tree-lined streets are around. Green spaces, like Marilyn Bell Park and Budapest Park, are especially well-situated and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to discover, making it very easy to access them. Finally, there are numerous energetic parts in this part of the city for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Even though there are few nearby entertainment venues, there are usually crowds of people around, and it is very easy to find places to go out at night since they are well-distributed throughout the neighbourhood.

Around 55% of buildings are large apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in Parkdale, while the remainder are mainly small apartment buildings. This part of Toronto also has a variety of housing size options - notably, this neighbourhood is good for those looking for one bedroom homes. Roughly 85% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and owners make up the remainder. Around half of properties in this part of the city were built pre-1960, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s.