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Banbury-Don Mills
Contains the traditional neighbourhoods of:
Banbury, Don Mills
In the mid-1950s, this area was publicized as a miracle of modern city planning, a community that would deliver (at moderate cost) quiet neighbourhoods, clean air and a safe environment. To this day, Don Mills (at the southern end of the neighbourhood) retains at least a whisper of that optimistic moment in the sun, though its once trendy streets now seem routine. Although it’s pleasant here, the dearth of public transportation in the area, at one time a minor grievance, has turned into a source of permanent irritation. Some of Banbury’s streets, which occupy the northern section of this district, are laid out in graceful sweeps around the natural borders of the surrounding ravines, exuding an aura of unproclaimed prosperity. From the road, many houses (most of them detached) look almost modest; glancing at their bland, suburban modernism, we might imagine there’s not much to them. But look closer: in many cases, the wide lots and large driveways suggest the possibility of much more. Enter and you may well discover several levels of family activity, a house that’s terraced down a ravine, perhaps a swimming pool—in general, a grander way of life.
Location
Nearby Restaurants
Island Foods
This popular West Indian Toronto chain offers over 10 different varieties of roti and nine ... (0.65 km away)
Katsura
A boisterous theatre of teppanyaki draws in groups for acrobatics around the grill, while an ... (1.82 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Alltimate Party ’N’ Play
This is a children’s fantasyland: ride-on cars, junior rock climbs and an air hockey table. ... (0.98 km away)
Shop TBG
Part of a stunning renovation to the main building of the Toronto Botanical Gardens, Shop ... (1.23 km away)
Chair-man Mills
Canada’s largest party rental company stages gala events for top-drawer clients (National Ballet of Canada, ... (1.38 km away)
Fitness Connection
With 30,000 square feet, it’s rare to find someone working out beside you, and there ... (1.40 km away)
Skiis & Biikes
The shiny cycle selection includes mountain, comfort, hybrid and road bikes from Miele, Gary Fisher, ... (1.44 km away)
Toronto Botanical Garden
Following a $7.2-million renovation, the formerly dingy TBG has a new lease on life and ... (1.44 km away)
Commuting
- King and Bay:
- 10.6 km
- 401 and 400:
- 14.4 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 21.7 km
- Subways:
- Don Mills Station 4.0 km
- Leslie Station 4.1 km
- Bessarion Station 4.4 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
Neighbourhood Data
- Average 2006 sale price:
- $818,000
- Property crime:
- Very low
- Crime against people:
- Very low
Real estate sales information provided by Ternet and its suppliers, who are not responsible for its accuracy. Crime based on Toronto Police Services 2006 statistical report.
