Located on the west side of Yonge Street in the heart of North York, Willowdale West is a bustling neighbourhood drawing many first-time buyers with its urban city feel and affordable prices. Largely a suburban neighbourhood, there has been significant commercial and residential growth over the past few years, transforming the community into a mix of abundant green spaces and vibrant city vibes with many Toronto condos for sale along Yonge Street.

Home to Mel Lastman Square, the cultural centre of the neighbourhood, residents will get to enjoy Sunday Jazz, Farmers' Markets in the summer, and one of the best Canada Day celebrations in the city. Yonge Street has many restaurants, cafes, and new shops popping up all the time, while the Gibson Park and Museum is a great place to spend an afternoon outside. Lots of shopping and dining options line the eastern borders of the neighbourhood and just across the street Willowdale East has an abundance of grocery stores and eclectic shops to peak your interest. Lansing-Westgate has some beautiful nature trails at Earl Bales Park for all the outdoor lovers.

Transit options abound with easy access to both the Yonge-University-Spadina and the Sheppard subway lines. You can connect easily to many TTC bus routes, the York Region transit system, and the GO bus as well. Driving? The 401, 404 and Don Valley Parkway are easy options for getting around the rest of Toronto.

For grabbing your groceries, S & D Best Foods is a 12-minute walk.

Without a car, you can get around rather easily. It also has route Willowdale-senlac nearby. If you're driving, you'll have decent access to the rest of the city by way of Hwy 401 as well, which is within a few minutes drive getting on and off at Yonge St.