Best Vaughan Neighbourhoods For Commuters

Located just beyond Toronto’s outskirts, Vaughan, Ontario, is so much more than your average suburb. Home to great communities and schools, countless green spaces, and some of the top cultural, entertainment, and retail attractions in all of Ontario, there’s a lot to love about this welcoming city.

One of the primary drivers behind Vaughan’s growth is just how commuter-friendly the city is. Whether you’re driving or riding public transit, living in Vaughan makes it easy to travel around the Greater Toronto Area for work, school, or any other reason.

In this blog post, we’re highlighting a few Vaughan neighbourhoods that are a strong fit for home buyers who will be commuting to downtown Toronto regularly.

Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC)

We’re kicking off this list with one of Vaughan’s most unique communities: Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, aka VMC. As the name suggests, this neighbourhood was redeveloped to serve as Vaughan’s urban centre. Today, it’s home to all kinds of commercial, industrial, and retail infrastructure, with a small residential community consisting primarily of condos.

VMC could be the right neighbourhood for you if you’re looking for a sophisticated, modern condo that offers easy access to the city.

Public Transit in VMC

One of the best parts of living in Vaughan Metropolitan Centre is having public transit right at your doorstep. Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station, the north and west terminus of the Line 1 Subway (TTC), is located right in the centre of the community. From here, it’s a quick 45-minute ride to Union Station.

York Regional Transit and Brampton Transit also serve the community, providing a wide range of connections around the GTA.

Driving to and from VMC

Vaughan Metropolitan Centre is also great for commuters by vehicle. Since it’s located near the intersection of Highway 7 and Jane Street, you’re close to several highways, including the 7, 400, and 407. On a good day, you can reach downtown Toronto in as little as 30-35 minutes. That’s faster than travelling from some neighbourhoods in Toronto proper!

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Maple

If you’re looking for a peaceful suburban neighbourhood that’s well removed from the urban bustle but close enough to commute, Maple should be on your radar. As one of Vaughan’s older communities, it has all the perks and amenities that families are looking for, including top-rated schools, lots of parks, and easy access to essential services. As a bonus, Maple is also right next door to the world-renowned Canada’s Wonderland amusement park.

Public Transit in Maple

If you prefer to commute by public transit, you’ll love Maple. In addition to local connections, Maple actually has its own GO Transit station. From here, you can reach Union Station in as little as 35 minutes while riding comfortably.

If you’re not heading all the way downtown, you can take a short 15-20 minute bus ride to Pioneer Village Station on the Line 1 Subway, connecting you to the entire TTC network.

Driving to and from Maple

Maple’s location between Dufferin Street and the 400 also makes it easy to commute by vehicle. No matter where you’re heading in the city, you can quickly connect to most major highways. Depending on traffic, you can drive from Maple all the way to downtown Toronto in just 45 minutes.

Preparing to buy a home for your current or future family? Check out these other blog posts for helpful tips.

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• How to Buy a Home: Step by Step

Vellore Village

If you’ve read our blog before, you know how much we love Vellore Village. As a community built with families in mind, it offers fantastic homes, great schools, parks, plenty of amenities, and more. Plus, thanks to its unique location on the west side of Vaughan, Vellore Village is also convenient for homeowners who are travelling to and from Toronto on a daily basis.

Public Transit in Vellore Village

Living in Vellore Village means you can rely on public transportation to get to and from the city every day. While there is no train station directly in the neighbourhood, the 165 bus offers direct connections to Pioneer Village Station on the Line 1 Subway. From there, it’s about a 40 minute ride to Union Station downtown.

Driving to and from Vellore Village

Commuting by car is also super efficient. Vellore Village sits just west of the 400, making it easy to reach other highways (401, 407, 427) for travel around the GTA. You can usually reach downtown Toronto in about 40 minutes when traffic is light.

Find Your Perfect Home & Neighbourhood in Vaughan

If you’re thinking about moving to Vaughan, you’ll want to work with a community specialist. More specifically, a local real estate agent who has the connections and expertise to help you find a great place. That’s where we come in, the Lino Arci team.

As Vaughan’s top real estate team (and local residents ourselves), we’ve helped countless buyers find the right home, in the right neighbourhood – and we can do the same for you!

Ready to find the perfect home for you and your family? Work with the #1 real estate team in Vaughan. Call us at 416-571-2724 or send an email to info@arciteam.com to be in touch.