Real Estate Guide › West

Markland Wood

Average 2008 sale price:

$416,033

Property crime:

high

Crime against people:

low

Neighbourhood map:

See map

For starters, it is Markland Wood. Singular. The only thing that upsets this happy Etobicoke enclave is when people call it Markland Woods. Many residents have lived here for more than 30 years, and their kids return to buy homes once their careers are established. Families, drawn by quiet streets and well-respected schools (Millwood Junior School, Silverthorn Collegiate Institute, St. Clement Catholic School) are quickly brought into the fold. Community events include creek cleanups and the annual social at the country club.

HOUSING STOCK: Most of the character-laden brick homes date from the 1960s, including detached two-storey Georgian and Regency Revivals, backsplits and modern bungalows; posh condos abound on the northern border.

BARGAIN ZONES: The area is much in demand, and anything around $600,000, mostly found on Markland Drive, is a starter home.

THE VERDICT: Houses fetch multiple offers and close quickly. The tight community, schools and leafy streets make for a quiet refuge with easy access to town.

NEIGHBOURHOOD HOT SPOTS:
Bruno’s Fine Foods It’s not cheap, but Bruno’s does indeed have fine produce and top-notch meats. 4335 Bloor St. W., 416-626-9876.

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