Introduction
Bedford Park is a safe, peaceful and affluent North Toronto neighbourhood located south of Brooke Avenue, west of Yonge Street and Ronan Avenue, north of Lawrence and east of Avenue Road. The area is experiencing a spate of teardown work, with modest bungalows being replaced with multi-story, multi-million-dollar, family-friendly properties.
Lifestyle
Basketball and hockey nets are common sights in Bedford Park driveways, alluding to the active family lifestyle that this neighbourhood promotes. Large properties with sizeable backyards, front yards and driveways offer plenty of space for Bedford Park families to get active and relax over a summer barbecue. This 9-to-5 community revolves around working families with kids.
The Vibe
Properties in Bedford Park are extremely pricey ranging from $1- to $2 million-plus. This has created an environment of affluence in Bedford Park, as is evidenced by manicured lawns and exotic cars parked in the driveway. Streets are quiet in the daytime while parents are at work and kids at school but they come alive on weekends and in the summer.
Meet the Neighbours
Bedford Park residents are high income earners, as is demonstrated by the luxury cars parked in driveways and large, well-maintained properties. The majority of households are young, growing families that appreciate the neighbourhood’s quiet streets and educational offerings. There are some long-term Bedford Park residents that enjoy the area’s peaceful surrounds with transit and convenient amenities nearby.
In the Area
This neighbourhood is serviced by plenty of great schools, including John Wanless Jr PS, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and Bedford Park Jr PS. The Bedford Park Community Centre is small but hosts a variety of swimming and sports programmes as well as summer camps. The Yonge Street strip has a range of great commercial offerings like fitness studios, fine dining, florists and grocery stores.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Bedford Park is serviced by Lawrence Station on the Yonge line, offering quick and direct access to Toronto’s financial district in about 35 minutes. Buses supplement service along Avenue and Lawrence. The majority of Bedford Park residents are drivers and the neighbourhood’s quiet north-south roads become busy routes during rush hour. Cycling isn't a common mode of transportation in this area.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Bedford Park is a safe, quiet and peaceful neighbourhood perfect for raising a family if you can afford the high property prices. Home construction and improvement is a regular sight and will likely continue to be for many years to come, which can be an annoyance for some. Traffic on major roads is predictably heavy, but some north-south streets become thoroughfares during rush hour.
Dollars & Sense
Avenue Road and Yonge Street have a variety of establishments that cater to different budgets. For example, Pusateri’s Fine Foods at Avenue and Lawrence attracts refined taste buds with more to spend, while a budget-friendly No Frills is a 10-minute walk north. Properties in Bedford Park are undoubtedly higher-end, although the family-oriented nature of this neighbourhood makes it feel less uptight.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
For The Win Cafe
This cafe has more than 500 games stocked in its library and charges for play by the hour. Enthusiasts won’t want to miss regular weekend tournaments for classic games like Magic: The Gathering.
more infoTandem Studios
A variety of dance classes, such as jazz, ballet and acro are perfect for active kids and teens. Boot camp, Pilates and conditioning fitness classes keep Bedford Park’s grown-ups fit.
more infoPatisserie Sebastien
Bedford Park retirees congregate at this authentic French bakery for a midday catch-up over an espresso and some irresistibly sweet and flaky pastries. The Pain au Chocolat and Almond Croissants are must-haves.
more infoKidville
Children in the Bedford Park neighbourhood keep entertained with enriching music, art and cooking classes. Programs are catered to a range of age groups, from infants to six-year-olds. Play on!
more infoPusateri’s
Residents with refined taste buds get their fill of fine foods and groceries at the Pusateri’s flagship location. Prepared meals made in-house are perfect for feeding the family on busy days.
more infoThe Hellenik Grill
Enjoy delicious Greek fare for a decent price at The Hellenik Grill. Portion sizes are generous and service is friendly.