One of Toronto’s best family neighbourhoods, Yonge & Lawrence is a small community at the centre of Lawrence Park, stretching out about a 1.5-kilometre radius from the intersection of Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue. As it’s nestled just about halfway between midtown and uptown Toronto, Yonge & Lawrence offers the ideal balance of seclusion and big-city accessibility.
Yonge & Lawrence makes a great fit for all types of residents. However, the neighbourhood is particularly popular with families. In this blog post, we’ll explore why!
Why do I love Yonge & Lawrence so much? It’s where I grew up! Watch my personal tour of the area below.
Family Homes at Yonge & Lawrence
You can’t have a great family neighbourhood without an abundance of homes that work well for families’ existing and evolving needs. Thankfully, Yonge & Lawrence has lots. As an area that was carefully developed with a garden suburb feel, the neighbourhood’s housing stock caters well to families of all shapes and sizes.
Homes here are typically spacious with open and bright layouts – creating a roomy feel. No matter how many bedrooms or bathrooms you need, there’s a good chance you’ll find a home perfectly suited to your family. On top of indoor space, many Yonge & Lawrence homes feature nicely sized front and back yards, offering a private outdoor space to play, exercise, share a meal, or just relax as a family.
While most homes are over 100 years old, many of them have been upgraded or renovated to match the contemporary needs (and tastes) of today’s families. Along with these gorgeous heritage properties, there are some newer homes too. Some of them carefully blend into the neighbourhood’s older housing stock while others’ ultra-modern architecture and design choices provide an intentional contrast.
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Yonge & Lawrence’s Top Schools
Another reason Yonge & Lawrence makes an exceptional fit for families is the great public and private schools located either right in the neighbourhood or nearby. As a community with families of all backgrounds and demographics, the wide selection of schools ensures that families have access to a strong education – whatever their preferred educational style may be.
Yonge & Lawrence Public Schools
- John Wanless Junior Public School
- Bedford Park Public School
- Blythwood Junior Public School
- Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
Yonge & Lawrence Private Schools
- Upper Canada College
- Crescent School
- Havergal College
- Greenwood College School
- Toronto French School
Seasons & Synchronicity
As a family-first neighbourhood, most residents at Yonge & Lawrence follow similar schedules and timelines – creating a unique feeling of unity and synchronicity across the community. For instance, as most kids in the area attend schools nearby, carpooling is fairly common. Families also tend to plan their year around the school calendar just as much as the 12-month calendar, scheduling vacations and other getaways for when school’s out. With so many residents in the same boat, the neighbourhood has a dynamic rhythm that adds to its close-knit feel.
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Where Families Lay Roots
Because Yonge & Lawrence has everything families need, most residents have laid their roots here. In other words, once families arrive in the area, they hardly leave. Not only is this trend a testament to Yonge & Lawrence’s family suitability but it also continuously bolsters the community’s down-to-earth ambience as many homeowners have life-long relationships with their neighbours.
Looking for the Perfect Family Home?
In Toronto, few neighbourhoods offer the same family-first perks and lifestyle as Yonge & Lawrence and Lawrence Park.
That said, if you’re hoping to find the perfect home here, you’ll want to partner with a real estate agent who knows the area best – like us! Our team, Silver Burtnick & Associates features proud Yonge & Lawrence locals! We use our insider, community-member knowledge to your advantage.
Of course, beyond just offering local insights, our industry-leading buying strategies can help you land the right home at the right price.
Looking to find the perfect home for your family? As one of Toronto’s top real estate teams, we can help. Click here to send an email or call 416-587-3300.
