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Arbo - Phase 1 / Neighbourhood guide

Toronto · A CLOSER LOOK

Arbo - Phase 1
location & neighbourhood.

The daily stops. The local connections.
The details that help you choose a home.

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic

01 / THE SETTING

Arbo - Phase 1 location:
Toronto.

Situated within the Greater Toronto Area metropolitan area, York University Heights is a neighbourhood within Toronto, Ontario.

1350 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 2C5, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Toronto

1350 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 2C5, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

York University Heights

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

York University Heights offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. There is a fair amount of greenery in this part of the city; it is very easy to get to public green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are over 100 of them nearby for residents to explore. In addition, residents will find that many tree-lined streets are around. Most areas in this neighbourhood are very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic.

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Getting around

York University Heights allows property owners to move around using several alternative modes of transportation. The transit infrastructure in this neighbourhood is reasonably good due to many nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Line 1 (Yonge-University), and about 40 nearby bus lines. Walking is also convenient for property owners in this neighbourhood; many daily needs can be carried out without needing to use a car. It is convenient to commute by bicycle in this neighbourhood.

Everyday essentials

It is straightforward to get to the nearest supermarket by foot in this area. Furthermore, there is generally a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. Property owners can find a good number of clothing stores within walking distance. In terms of education, families will appreciate that wherever their property is situated in this neighbourhood, daycares and schools are close by.

Local character

York University Heights offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. There is a fair amount of greenery in this part of the city; it is very easy to get to public green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are over 100 of them nearby for residents to explore. In addition, residents will find that many tree-lined streets are around. Most areas in this neighbourhood are very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic.

Surrounding homes

In York University Heights, the majority of dwellings are large apartment buildings, while the rest are mainly small apartment buildings, single detached homes, and townhouses. This area offers mainly one bedroom and three bedroom homes. The population residing in this neighbourhood is evenly split between owners and renters. Around 45% of properties in this area were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Arbo - Phase 1
neighbourhood scores.

Explore how local access and character compare with your priorities. These Local Logic scores describe the recorded project location on a scale of 0 to 5.

Higher scores indicate stronger access or more of the named characteristic. A missing score is unavailable, rather than zero.

High schools

3.2/ 5

At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Toronto: 4.2 / 5

Elementary schools

4.8/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

Toronto: 4.7 / 5

Public transit

4.3/ 5

Near at least one subway line and/or other frequent transit routes

Toronto: 4.3 / 5

Groceries

3.9/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Toronto: 4.3 / 5

Wellness

3.7/ 5

Variety of amenities nearby promoting health and activity

Toronto: 3.9 / 5

Restaurants

3.7/ 5

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Toronto: 3.9 / 5

Walking

1.5/ 5

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Toronto: 3.9 / 5

Greenery

3.1/ 5

Many trees and a large amount of nearby park space

Toronto: 3.1 / 5

Cycling

3.8/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Toronto: 3.3 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Toronto: 3.2 / 5

Vibrancy

1.5/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Toronto: 2.1 / 5

Shopping

3.7/ 5

Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Toronto: 4.1 / 5

Childcare

4.9/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short walk

Toronto: 4.7 / 5

Nightlife

2.5/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

Toronto: 2.5 / 5

Cafés

3.4/ 5

Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Toronto: 3.8 / 5

Quiet

0.0/ 5

Many sources of noise nearby

Toronto: 3.0 / 5

Parks

5.0/ 5

Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Toronto: 5.0 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Arbo - Phase 1 nearby
amenities.

Find nearby schools, transit, parks and everyday stops. Browse the directory, then open directions for the actual route.

Places and distances are tied to the recorded project reference. Directories contain the provider’s returned results and are not exhaustive.

159 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

19 places
Elementary school252 m

Africentric Alternative School

1430 Sheppard Avenue West

JK-8 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school252 m

Sheppard Public School

1430 Sheppard Ave W

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school523 m

St Jerome Catholic School

111 Sharpecroft Blvd

JK-8 · catholic · Toronto Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school / High school831 m

Blyth Academy Downsview Park

75 Carl Hall Road

site based, all year round

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Elementary school889 m

Stilecroft Public School

50 Stilecroft Dr

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.1 km

Blaydon Public School

25 Blaydon Ave

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.5 km

Elia Middle School

215 Sentinel Rd

6-8 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.5 km

St Martha Catholic School

1865 Sheppard Ave W

JK-8 · catholic · Toronto Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.6 km

Downsview Public School

2829 Keele St

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.6 km

Derrydown Public School

120 Derrydown Rd

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.7 km

Downsview Secondary School

7 Hawksdale Rd

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.7 km

Alpha II Alternative School

35 Calico Drive

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.8 km

C W Jefferys Collegiate Institute

340 Sentinel Rd

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.9 km

Madonna Catholic Secondary School

20 Dubray Ave

9-12 · catholic · Toronto Catholic District School Board

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High school2.1 km

James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School

1440 Finch Ave W

9-12 · catholic · Toronto Catholic District School Board

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High school2.2 km

William Lyon MacKenzie Collegiate Institute

20 Tillplain Rd

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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High school2.6 km

Urban International School

1107 Finch Avenue West

site based, all year round

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High school2.9 km

Bnei Akiva School - Yeshivat Or Chaim

159 Almore Avenue

site based

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High school2.9 km

Tanenbaumchat Wallenberg Campus

200 Wilmington Ave

site based

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Transit nearby

36 places
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Dining nearby

47 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

27 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

York University Heights
demographics.

Who lives around the recorded project location? These statistics describe the existing population in Local Logic’s 400-metre study area.

This is neighbourhood context, rather than a prediction of who will buy at Arbo - Phase 1. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$106,119

Residents in the study area

1,674

Owner households

42.0%

Commute on foot

3.0%

Population age

0 to 4
5.4%
5 to 9
5.1%
10 to 14
5.2%
15 to 19
6.4%
20 to 34
22.8%
35 to 49
20.9%
50 to 64
21.5%
65 to 79
9.1%
80 and over
3.6%

Housing type

Apartment 1-4 floors
30.5%
Apartment 5 or more floors
26.6%
Row houses
18.6%
Semi detached
15.6%
Single detached
5.7%
Duplex
3.0%

Household composition

Single person
22.1%
Multi person
7.6%
Single family
68.3%
Multi family
2.0%

Commute mode

Car
59.3%
Public transit
34.6%
Other
3.1%
Foot
3.0%
Bicycle
0.0%
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Income

Average household income
$106,119
Average individual income
$40,965

Total

Total individuals
1,674

Owners vs Renters

Renters
58.0%
Owners
42.0%

Official language knowledge

English only
92.9%
Other
4.0%
English and French
3.1%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
22.5%
High school
30.7%
Trade certificate
4.9%
College certificate
17.1%
University certificate
1.4%
Bachelor degree
20.4%
Post graduate degree
2.9%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.7

Mother tongue

English
51.0%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
16.8%
English and non-official language(s)
8.6%
Spanish
5.4%
Vietnamese
4.8%
Italian
4.7%
Yue (Cantonese)
2.6%
Ilocano
2.1%
Turkish
1.5%
Tamil
1.1%
Mandarin
0.4%
Russian
0.3%
Korean
0.3%
Arabic
0.2%
Portuguese
0.2%
Tigrigna
0.1%

Percentages and counts retain the provider’s definitions. Some categories describe different populations or overlap, so they should not be combined into a single total.

05 / PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Schools near Arbo - Phase 1:
check the boundaries.

The nearby directory is a useful starting point. Distance to a school does not establish attendance eligibility, a place in a particular program or available capacity.

Toronto District School Board ↗Toronto Catholic District School Board ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Arbo - Phase 1 address
& directions.

Explore the area at different times of day. Confirm the correct meeting location with the builder or your representative before travelling.

THE RECORDED PROJECT LOCATION

1350 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 2C5, Canada

This pin is a project reference, rather than a confirmed community entrance or sales centre.

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YOUR VISIT

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A builder’s presentation centre may be at a different address. Ask Team Arora to confirm current appointment arrangements and the right destination.

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A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Before you
call it home.

What do the location scores measure?

Local Logic supplies individual access and character scores on a 0–5 scale for the recorded coordinates. Consider each measure separately; we do not calculate an overall livability rating.

Are the distances walking times?

No. Distances are straight-line measurements from the project reference. Open directions to check a walking, cycling, transit or driving route.

Does a nearby school guarantee admission?

No. Confirm attendance boundaries, programs, capacity and registration requirements with the relevant school board.

Do the demographic figures describe future residents?

No. They describe the existing population in the provider’s surrounding study area. They do not predict the buyers or future residents of this project.

SOURCES & METHODOLOGY

A guide with a clear point of reference.

Prepared by Team Arora. Scores, neighbourhood descriptions, school records, places and demographic information are supplied by Local Logic. Requests are cached for up to 24 hours; underlying source periods may be older. Provider neighbourhood labels may differ from builder descriptions. Missing data remains unavailable.

Recorded coordinates: 43.7452905, -79.4848915. Amenity queries use a 2.5 km radius; school results retain the provider’s school-search coverage. Distances use the returned straight-line measurement, or are calculated directly between coordinates when absent. The project page includes the existing map; Google provides the linked directions. Verify current place details, boundaries and routes before making a decision.

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