
Family roots and green spaces in northwest Toronto
Oakdale-Beverley Heights occupies a sprawling stretch of northwest Toronto between Jane Street and Highway 400, anchored by a network of parks, schools, and community centres that make it a practical choice for growing families. The housing is predominantly post-war single-detached homes and side-split designs, many sitting on generous lots that allow for backyard gardens and weekend barbecues. Streets like Beverley Hills Drive and Oakdale Road provide a suburban grid with sidewalks and mature street trees. The neighbourhood benefits from proximity to Downsview Park, the massive greenspace built on the former de Havilland airfield, which hosts festivals, farmers' markets, and outdoor recreation year-round. Local shopping is concentrated along Jane Street and Wilson Avenue, where South Asian grocers, Caribbean restaurants, and discount retailers serve the area's diverse population. The area's multicultural character shows up everywhere, from the spice shops to the community celebrations at local parks.
Walkability
55/100 — Car-friendly suburb; errands are doable on foot along Jane Street
Transit
TTC bus 35 Jane, bus 96 Wilson; Wilson station (Line 1) is accessible via bus
Vibe
Suburban, diverse, family-first
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Minimal Infrastructure
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Downsview Arena, 1633 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3L 1A5, Canada
1591 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3L 1A5, Canada
1700 Wilson Ave Unit 156c Unit 156c, North York, ON M3L 1B2, Canada
1700 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3L 1B2, Canada
2111 Jane St, Toronto, ON M3M 1A2, Canada
17 Gravenhurst Ave, North York, ON M3L 1M2, Canada
1369 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3M 1H7, Canada
2233 Jane St, North York, ON M3M 1A5, Canada
2231 Jane St, North York, ON M3M 1A5, Canada
1361 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3M 1H7, Canada
58 Beverly Hills Dr, Toronto, ON M3L 1A1, Canada
1363 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3M 1H7, Canada
2515 Jane St, North York, ON M3L 1M4, Canada
128 Exbury Rd, North York, ON M3M 1Z4, Canada
2230 Jane St, North York, ON M3L 2J1, Canada
70 Monclova Rd, North York, ON M3M 1N9, Canada
1700 Wilson Ave, Toronto, ON M3L 1B2, Canada
2111 Jane St unit 7, North York, ON M3M 1A2, Canada
2133 Jane St, North York, ON M3M 1A2, Canada
2208 Jane St, North York, ON M3M 1A4, Canada
2111 Jane St Unit 7b, North York, ON M3M 1C9, Canada
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
MaRS Discovery District
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
The Second City Toronto
Explore the communities surrounding Oakdale-Beverley Heights.
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