Mimico

Mimico, located in Toronto, Ontario, offers convenient transportation options with easy access to public transit and walkable amenities. Families will appreciate the proximity of schools and daycares, with grocery shopping and dining options also within walking distance. The neighborhood's peaceful ambiance and ample green spaces provide a tranquil setting for residents to explore and enjoy. Mimico offers a variety of housing options including single detached homes, apartment buildings, and townhouses, accommodating a diverse range of homebuyers. With a mix of older and newer buildings, Mimico offers a charming and diverse residential landscape for those seeking a tranquil and accessible neighborhood in the bustling city of Toronto.

Mimico is a fairly good neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a calm atmosphere. The greenery in this part of the city is prominent as the tree canopy coverage for most streets is reasonably good. Green spaces, such as Humber Bay Park West, are very well-situated and there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to unwind in, which makes them very easy to access. The noise levels in this neighbourhood are also low, as the streets are calm - however some parts can be quite loud, especially close to the railway line or F G Gardiner Expressway.

Renters occupy roughly 60% of the units in Mimico and owners occupy the remainder. Small apartment buildings are the most common housing type, representing about one third of dwellings in this neighbourhood, while the remainder are mainly large apartment buildings and single detached homes. Roughly 45% of properties in this part of Toronto were constructed prior to the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 2000s. This area is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.

Parents and their schoolchildren will appreciate that no matter where their house is located in this part of Toronto, daycares and primary schools are close by. In contrast, it can be difficult to reach high schools without a car. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. With regards to food, a supermarket is typically accessible within a short trip from any home in this area. Likewise, Mimico is a good place in which to go out to eat, for example along Lake Shore Boulevard, and residents can enjoy around 10 cafes as well.

Mimico permits home buyers to travel by several alternative means of transportation. The public transit service in this part of the city is rather practical. It is easy to come across a nearby train station, such as the Mimico on the Lakeshore West, from the bulk of houses in the neighbourhood. There are around 10 bus lines traversing the neighbourhood, and the closest bus stop is typically very close by. A majority of the homes for sale in this part of Toronto are located in places that are also moderately convenient for those who prefer to travel by walking; running daily errands is easy without needing a car. It is convenient to get around by bike in Mimico.