Discover the charm of Durham Region, where a relaxed atmosphere and abundant green spaces create a peaceful community lifestyle. With over 250 parks nearby, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for recreation. The diverse selection of predominantly single detached homes offers spacious living options perfect for families. Parents can enjoy the convenience of nearby schools and daycares within easy walking distance. With a myriad of grocery stores and essential services on hand, daily life is effortlessly supported. Fun and friendly, Durham Region invites you to thrive in a tranquil, family-oriented environment perfect for making lasting memories.
People who prefer a calm environment will enjoy Durham Region. Accessing green spaces, like Zephyr South Tract and North Walker Woods, is easy from the majority of locations in the regional municipality and there are over 1000 of them nearby for residents to discover. This area is also wonderful for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour.
Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing about two thirds of dwellings in Durham Region, while the rest are mainly large apartment buildings. About 30% of properties in this regional municipality were built following the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1960s. This regional municipality offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Roughly 80% of the population of this regional municipality own their home and 20% are renters.
In Durham Region, parents and their schoolchildren will usually be able to access daycares and schools without the use of a vehicle. With respect to eating, it is convenient to reach the closest supermarket on foot in Durham Region. Brock Street is among the best streets for food stores. Moreover, a restaurant is often just around the corner, and there are also over 150 coffee shops in this area.
The preferred approach to navigate this regional municipality is usually a car. It is easy to come across a parking spot, and nearby highways, such as Highway 35 & 115, are fairly easy to reach from anywhere in this area. On the other hand, travelling by transit can be difficult in this regional municipality due to the infrequent service. Nevertheless, residents are served by the Durham College Oshawa, Pickering and Ajax on the Lakeshore East and Stouffville. Residents have access to over 50 bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. Getting around as a pedestrian is not very common in this regional municipality, even though many daily errands can be run without the use of a car. Bicycling is also at times difficult in Durham Region as there are a limited number of bike lanes, and the area is not especially flat.
