Introduction
This sprawling Toronto neighbourhood stretches from Highway 401 in the north to Eglinton Avenue East in the south. The eastern boundary is marked by the Don Valley Parkway. The western edge of the neighbourhood runs down Leslie from the 401 to York Mills and down Bayview from York Mills to The Bridle Path.
Lifestyle
This friendly, relaxed, spread out neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, sometimes feeling like a series of small villages within the larger city. It is a relatively quiet area with a definite multi-generational vibe - there are plenty of schools and parks, but there are also retirement homes, and three generations often share the same household.
The Vibe
Sunnybrook is a large, family-oriented, and largely residential neighbourhood. It has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with a strong sense of community. The area is fairly quiet with the exception of the Shops at Don Mills, a popular shopping spot with some stores and restaurants that remain open until late hours. There are lots of parks and green spaces which are popular with joggers, cyclists and families with children.
Meet the Neighbours
South of York Mills, Sunnybrook has a relatively high proportion of people over the age of 65, while north of York Mills there are more younger people between 15 and 24. There's a large Asian community in the neighbourhood. Residents in a high proportion of the area have a post-secondary education, and the area is relatively affluent, with close to 30% of households earning over $125,000 per year after tax.
In the Area
Sunnybrook has lots of schools and parks to serve the families that live within its boundaries. The Ontario Science Centre is on Don Mills and south of Eglinton, near the area’s southern boundary. The Shops at Don Mills is the main shopping area, although there are plenty of other stores in plazas and strip malls in other parts of the neighbourhood. Despite its size, Sunnybrook only has one public library.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Sunnybrook is a very easy neighbourhood to drive in. The Don Valley Parkway on the eastern boundary and the 401 in the north provide fast, easy routes to other parts of the city. Multiple bus routes run through the neighbourhood, including several 24-hour routes. The Oriole GO rail station is at the northwest corner of the neighbourhood, near Leslie and the 401.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Sunnybrook is a friendly neighbourhood, with lots of schools and parks. It is a large neighbourhood and it can take time to get where you’re going. Many of the residential streets are crescents and cul-de-sacs, rather than a grid pattern. It can take a while for pedestrians to walk out to the main street to access public transit, and it can also be confusing.
Dollars & Sense
Sunnybrook is a mid-priced neighbourhood. Real estate prices range from average to above average, both for renters and buyers. Shops tend to also be average to above average priced, with some high-end and some mid-range stores. The Shops at Don Mills has a higher concentration of pricier stores, while plazas and shops outside of this concentration are often less expensive.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Aga Khan Museum
The Aga Khan Museum offers a window into Islamic civilization and culture. The museum has a permanent art collection and hosts travelling exhibitions, and it conducts educational programs for adults, children and students.
more infoBetty Sutherland Trail Park
This large park by the East Don River stretches from the 401 down to York Mills, and has several biking and walking trails. It’s also a popular place to go bird watching.
more infoDarband Restaurant
Darband Restaurant serves authentic Persian cuisine, including kebabs and kalle pache (boiled sheep’s head). The restaurant is open 24-hours, making it a great place to go late at night for a bite.
more infoGenghis Khan Mongolian Grill
This restaurant offers a Mongolian grill and a buffet. At the grill, you select your meat, veggies and sauce, and it’s cooked up by the grill master. The dessert section features a chocolate fountain.
more infoShops at Don Mills
Billing itself as “Canada’s first outdoor urban village,” this mall was designed for pedestrians. The lawn at the Village Square has tables and chairs to sit and relax before, during or after shopping.
more infoSwiss Master Chocolatier
Swiss Master Chocolatier sells some of the best chocolates in Toronto, imported from Switzerland. The chocolates are a confection to the eyes and mouth, with some shaped like adorable mice and hedgehogs.
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