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Gallery Condos / Neighbourhood guide

Toronto · A CLOSER LOOK

Gallery Condos
location & neighbourhood.

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

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic
Project imagery · Renderings are illustrative

01 / THE SETTING

Gallery Condos location:
Toronto.

The neighbourhood of Willowdale West can be found in the city of Toronto, Ontario, which is located in the Greater Toronto Area metropolitan area.

242 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M2R 1M7, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Toronto

242 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M2R 1M7, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Willowdale West

Provider labels may differ from builder descriptions.

Your next step

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Compare the places and connections that matter to your day.

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

Willowdale West is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this area. Although this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets can still be quite energetic, and with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Willowdale West is good for those who like quiet surroundings, as the streets are generally reasonably peaceful. The greenery in this part of the city is prominent; there are over 100 green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, like Edithvale Park and Hinder Area, and they are very well-spread out, making it very easy to access them. Residents will also find that there are numerous tree-lined streets.

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Getting around

This part of the city provides property owners with several alternative methods of transportation. The very good transit system makes transit a viable option for many thanks to a multitude of nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Line 1 (Yonge-University), Line 4 (Sheppard) and Viva Blue, and around 50 nearby bus lines. Willowdale West will also draw house buyers who want to live in a compact area as it is rather walkable; carrying out day-to-day needs is easy without a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Willowdale West is reasonably cycling-friendly because there are a good number of bike lanes.

Everyday essentials

It is usually feasible for property owners in Willowdale West to do groceries as pedestrians. Moreover, this part of Toronto is a very good place in which to go out to eat or go to a cafe. Residents can find many nearby clothing stores. With respect to education, daycares and schools are especially easy to access on foot from most properties for sale in Willowdale West.

Local character

Willowdale West is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this area. Although this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets can still be quite energetic, and with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Willowdale West is good for those who like quiet surroundings, as the streets are generally reasonably peaceful. The greenery in this part of the city is prominent; there are over 100 green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, like Edithvale Park and Hinder Area, and they are very well-spread out, making it very easy to access them. Residents will also find that there are numerous tree-lined streets.

Surrounding homes

Large apartment buildings are the most common housing type, representing about 60% of buildings in Willowdale West, and the rest are mainly single detached homes. This neighbourhood has a good variety of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. The proportions of renters and homeowners are about even. The homes in this area are quite new, since around one third of its buildings were constructed after the year 2000, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Gallery Condos
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

4.8/ 5

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Toronto: 4.2 / 5

Elementary schools

5.0/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

Toronto: 4.7 / 5

Public transit

4.0/ 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

3.9/ 5

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

Toronto: 3.9 / 5

Walking

2.6/ 5

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Toronto: 3.9 / 5

Greenery

3.4/ 5

Many trees and a large amount of nearby park space

Toronto: 3.1 / 5

Cycling

3.1/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Toronto: 3.3 / 5

Driving

4.4/ 5

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Toronto: 3.2 / 5

Vibrancy

1.6/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Toronto: 2.1 / 5

Shopping

4.0/ 5

Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Toronto: 4.1 / 5

Childcare

4.9/ 5

At least one daycare within a very short walk

Toronto: 4.7 / 5

Nightlife

2.7/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

Toronto: 2.5 / 5

Cafés

4.4/ 5

Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Toronto: 3.8 / 5

Quiet

2.3/ 5

Some sources of noise nearby

Toronto: 3.0 / 5

Parks

4.2/ 5

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

Toronto: 5.0 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Gallery Condos 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.

160 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

19 places
Elementary school / High school111 m

Associated Hebrew Schools of Toronto

252 Finch Ave W

site based

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High school200 m

Canada Benson Academy - Toronto

8515 McCowan Road

online/site based, all year round

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Elementary school391 m

Yorkview Public School

130 Yorkview Dr

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school615 m

St Antoine Daniel Catholic School

160 Finch Ave W

JK-8 · catholic · Toronto Catholic District School Board

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High school735 m

Northview Heights Secondary School

550 Finch Ave W

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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High school755 m

Crawford Adventist Academy -Secondary

531 Finch Ave W

site based

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Elementary school760 m

Crawford Adventist Academy - Elementary

531 Finch Avenue West

site based

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Elementary school973 m

Churchill Public School

188 Churchill Ave

JK-5 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.0 km

Willowdale Middle School

225 Senlac Rd

6-8 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.1 km

Fisherville Senior Public School

425 Patricia Ave

7-8 · junior high · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.1 km

North West Secondary Alternative School

425 Patricia Avenue

9-12 · Toronto District School Board

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Elementary school1.2 km

Eitz Chaim Schools

80 York Hill Boulevard

site based

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Elementary school1.3 km

R J Lang Elementary and Middle School

227 Drewry Ave

JK-8 · Toronto District School Board

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High school1.4 km

Roman Holiday Summer Studies

53 Lorraine Drive

online/site based, all year round

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High school1.6 km

Ésc Monseigneur-de-Charbonnel

110 Drewry avenue

9-12 · catholic · Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir

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High school1.7 km

Prestige School, the -Toronto

21 Eddfield Avenue

online/site based

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Transit nearby

33 places
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Dining nearby

49 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

29 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Willowdale West
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 Gallery Condos. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$139,016

Residents in the study area

1,670

Owner households

54.1%

Commute on foot

3.5%

Population age

0 to 4
3.7%
5 to 9
4.0%
10 to 14
4.1%
15 to 19
5.7%
20 to 34
23.8%
35 to 49
19.1%
50 to 64
23.1%
65 to 79
12.2%
80 and over
4.3%

Housing type

Single detached
55.5%
Apartment 1-4 floors
23.9%
Apartment 5 or more floors
11.5%
Duplex
6.2%
Row houses
2.8%
Semi detached
0.0%

Household composition

Single person
27.2%
Multi person
8.5%
Single family
62.2%
Multi family
2.1%

Commute mode

Car
52.8%
Public transit
38.6%
Other
5.1%
Foot
3.5%
Bicycle
0.0%
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Income

Average household income
$139,016
Average individual income
$51,998

Total

Total individuals
1,670

Owners vs Renters

Owners
54.1%
Renters
45.9%

Official language knowledge

English only
89.0%
English and French
7.4%
Other
3.5%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
9.9%
High school
24.9%
Trade certificate
4.2%
College certificate
18.4%
University certificate
2.5%
Bachelor degree
30.7%
Post graduate degree
9.5%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.7

Mother tongue

English
47.4%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
11.2%
Korean
7.7%
English and non-official language(s)
7.5%
Iranian Persian
7.0%
Mandarin
5.9%
Russian
5.4%
Spanish
2.6%
Yue (Cantonese)
2.2%
Ilocano
1.6%
Italian
1.5%

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 Gallery Condos:
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 ↗Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Gallery Condos 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

242 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M2R 1M7, Canada

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

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YOUR VISIT

Confirm where to meet.

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: 43.7752437, -79.4370103. 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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