The Pocket, Toronto, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Small apartment buildings are the most common housing type, representing around 45% of buildings in The Pocket, and the rest of the houses are mainly single detached homes and townhouses. This neighbourhood also has a good selection of unit sizes; it is quite easy to find properties ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Homeowners occupy about two thirds of the units in the neighbourhood while the rest are rented. A majority of the housing growth in this part of the city occurred pre-1960. Read more about The Pocket real estate
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Transportation
The Pocket will please property owners that appreciate a diversity of modes of transportation. Thanks to a few nearby bus lines, the public transit network in The Pocket is very accessible. The Pocket will also appeal to physically active people since it is very suitable for walking; all daily errands can be run without having to resort to a car, and a variety of businesses are close by. It is straightforward to commute by bicycle in this neighbourhood because the cycling infrastructure is reasonably comprehensive.
Services
Families will value that wherever their property is located in this neighbourhood, daycares and schools are nearby. With respect to eating, it is very easy to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store by walking from most properties for sale in this part of the city. Moreover, there are a good number of choices for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also easy to access a variety of clothing stores on foot.
Character
The character of The Pocket is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. Greenery is quite present in this neighbourhood as there are numerous tree-lined streets. There are a few green spaces nearby for residents to visit, which makes it very easy to get to them. This neighbourhood is also quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic - however noise can be problematic closer to the railway line.
