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Richmond Hill · A CLOSER LOOK

Y8700
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

Y8700 location:
Richmond Hill.

The neighbourhood of South Richvale is part of the town of Richmond Hill, Ontario, which is located in the Greater Toronto Area metropolitan area.

8700 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 6Z1, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Richmond Hill

8700 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 6Z1, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

South Richvale

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

South Richvale is a wonderful neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. This area is very quiet overall, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Finally, the majority of locations within the neighbourhood have fairly good access to green spaces, including Richvale Athletic Park and Dr. James Langstaff Comunity Park, since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to explore.

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Getting around

South Richvale provides homeowners with several alternative methods of transportation. South Richvale is reasonably transit friendly thanks to various nearby rapid transit stations on the Viva Purple, Viva Blue and Viva Orange, and about 20 nearby bus lines. However, traveling as a pedestrian in this part of the town is not very common, although carrying out daily needs is convenient without the use of a vehicle. Biking is convenient in South Richvale. Cars are also a great mode of transportation in South Richvale. Most real estate listings are a reasonably short drive from the nearest highway, such as Highway 407, and it is especially convenient to find a parking spot.

Everyday essentials

Primary schools and daycares are straightforward to reach without a car from most homes for sale in South Richvale. However, families may find it difficult to access high schools as pedestrians. In terms of eating, it is rarely feasible for property owners in South Richvale to shop for groceries by walking. In addition, there is usually a restaurant or cafe in close proximity.

Local character

South Richvale is a wonderful neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. This area is very quiet overall, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Finally, the majority of locations within the neighbourhood have fairly good access to green spaces, including Richvale Athletic Park and Dr. James Langstaff Comunity Park, since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to explore.

Surrounding homes

The substantial percentage of single detached homes in the housing stock of South Richvale is an important part of its character. The homes in this neighbourhood are quite new, since about one third of its dwellings were constructed following the year 2000, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s. This neighbourhood offers mainly three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy roughly 85% of the properties in South Richvale and the remainder are rented.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Y8700
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

1.5/ 5

At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Richmond Hill: 3.2 / 5

Elementary schools

3.9/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

Richmond Hill: 4.4 / 5

Public transit

4.0/ 5

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Richmond Hill: 2.0 / 5

Groceries

3.4/ 5

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

Richmond Hill: 3.4 / 5

Wellness

2.6/ 5

Some amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

Richmond Hill: 2.5 / 5

Restaurants

3.5/ 5

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

Richmond Hill: 3.2 / 5

Walking

1.2/ 5

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

Richmond Hill: 2.6 / 5

Cycling

2.7/ 5

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Richmond Hill: 2.9 / 5

Driving

4.8/ 5

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

Richmond Hill: 3.9 / 5

Vibrancy

1.2/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Richmond Hill: 1.2 / 5

Shopping

4.0/ 5

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

Richmond Hill: 3.3 / 5

Childcare

4.4/ 5

At least one daycare within a short walk

Richmond Hill: 4.4 / 5

Nightlife

2.9/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

Richmond Hill: 1.2 / 5

Cafés

3.0/ 5

Variety of cafés within a short drive

Richmond Hill: 2.8 / 5

Quiet

3.1/ 5

Few sources of noise nearby

Richmond Hill: 4.5 / 5

Parks

3.7/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

Richmond Hill: 3.8 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Y8700 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.

167 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

19 places
Elementary school761 m

Red Maple Public School

155 Red Maple Rd

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school761 m

St John Paul II Catholic Elementary School

155 Red Maple Rd

JK-8 · catholic · York Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school772 m

Charles Howitt Public School

30 Pearson Ave

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school / High school1.5 km

Canadian Stem School

472 Brownridge Drive Street

online/site based

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High school1.6 km

Sharp Eagles

8108 Yonge Street

site based, all year round

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Elementary school1.6 km

Baythorn Public School

201 Baythorn Dr

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

St Anthony Catholic Elementary School

141 Kirk Dr

JK-8 · catholic · York Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.8 km

Roselawn Public School

422 Carrville Rd

4-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.9 km

Stornoway Crescent Public School

36 Stornoway Cres

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.9 km

Sixteenth Avenue Public School

400 16th Ave

JK-8 · english · York Region District School Board

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High school2.3 km

Quantum Academy

9555 Yonge Street

site based, all year round

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High school2.3 km

Laureates Academy for Gifted Students

8 Weldrick Road West

online/site based, all year round

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High school2.5 km

Thornlea Secondary School

8075 Bayview Ave

9-12 · english, french immersion · York Region District School Board

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High school2.7 km

Kayla's Children Centre (High School)

36 Atkinson Avenue

site based

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Transit nearby

47 places
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Dining nearby

36 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

35 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

South Richvale
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 Y8700. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$111,766

Residents in the study area

1,500

Owner households

69.5%

Commute on foot

2.0%

Population age

0 to 4
3.9%
5 to 9
4.1%
10 to 14
4.2%
15 to 19
4.9%
20 to 34
21.5%
35 to 49
22.9%
50 to 64
19.1%
65 to 79
13.8%
80 and over
5.5%

Housing type

Apartment 5 or more floors
63.9%
Single detached
21.7%
Row houses
10.8%
Duplex
2.2%
Semi detached
1.1%
Apartment 1-4 floors
0.4%

Household composition

Single person
33.4%
Multi person
3.8%
Single family
62.3%
Multi family
0.6%

Commute mode

Car
81.9%
Public transit
10.8%
Other
5.3%
Foot
2.0%
Bicycle
0.0%
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Income

Average household income
$111,766
Average individual income
$53,873

Total

Total individuals
1,500

Owners vs Renters

Owners
69.5%
Renters
30.5%

Official language knowledge

English only
86.8%
Other
6.7%
English and French
6.3%
French only
0.1%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
8.8%
High school
23.5%
Trade certificate
3.6%
College certificate
15.0%
University certificate
2.9%
Bachelor degree
34.9%
Post graduate degree
11.3%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.5

Mother tongue

English
35.1%
Iranian Persian
17.3%
Mandarin
11.0%
Yue (Cantonese)
10.2%
English and non-official language(s)
6.6%
Korean
6.0%
Russian
5.2%
Italian
4.0%
Persian (Farsi)
2.7%
Spanish
1.5%
Gujarati
0.4%
Portuguese
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 Y8700:
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.

York Region District School Board ↗York Catholic District School Board ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Y8700 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

8700 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 6Z1, 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 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: 43.8394691, -79.4304726. 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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