Aurora Estates Community

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Aurora Estates

Aurora Estates is an idyllic collection of estate home communities located along the stunning Oak Ridges Moraine. This vibrant neighborhood consists of two distinctive neighborhoods - Hunters Glen to the east of Yonge Street and Elderberry Trail to its west - both known for their magnificent gated mansions on multi-acreage wooded lots. Aurora Estates shares its southern border with Richmond Hill municipality while in its exclusive northern section you'll find Beacon Hall Golf Club as well as historic Aurora Cemetery.

Community Overview

Aurora Estates, an established community, covers an area extending from Bathurst Street in the west, Bloomington Road in the south, Bayview Avenue in the east, and Aurora Go Train railway to its northern border. Within this space are signature communities such as Allure At The Gates of Aurora, Wycliffe Gardens, Beacon Hall Ascot Park Elderberry Hill Renaissance among many others.

1. Housing:

Aurora Estates is a community composed of both older and newer detached homes, the majority being luxurious estate properties on one to two acre lots. This neighborhood is predominantly owner-occupied and maintains a stable population, with 25% of households moving within five years and 6% within one year. Aurora boasts the largest collection of luxury estate homes, featuring styles ranging from Neoclassical, Georgian and Colonial Revival architecture to French Chateau, English Manor and Palladian structures. These homes often boast private amenities like home theatres, wine cellars, libraries, offices, integrated home automation and multiple garages. Aurora Estates is situated between Bayview Avenue in the east and Bloomington Road in the south, and showcases newer residential developments on its western corner. Set against this picturesque background lies Oak Ridges Moraine - its lush forests offer the perfect scenery to set these homes off in style. Aurora Estates features some low-rise condos and townhomes for sale; however, most houses range in price between $1.4 million to nearly $13 million. Due to its hilly terrain, many houses boast stunning valley views from their patios or decks. As this neighborhood continues to develop with new construction homes popping up around every corner and many streets in private gated communities being developed, Aurora Estates will continue its steady expansion.

From MLS listings, in the past 90 days, Aurora Estates Aurora sold 8 detached houses on average of $2,269,500; 3 Town homes on average of $1,611,667.

2. Demographic:

Aurora Estates is a high-income neighborhood situated in southwest Aurora that is best known for its estate properties and an established golf course. This affluent area is home to 52% of households that include families with children; couples without children make up 34%; while single-person households account for 11%. Cultural diversity runs strong here with residents from 64 different ethnic backgrounds living together harmoniously. Aurora Estates is home to 32% first-generation immigrants and 26% second-generation immigrants, and particularly popular among families with teenagers and people in their 40s-50s-60s. Education levels in Aurora Estates are high - 44% of adult residents possess bachelor degrees or higher while 75% hold some form of postsecondary education; retail trade industry serves as the most prevalent profession here.

3. Transportation:

Aurora Estates features 112 transit stops within its neighborhood to meet the commuting needs of its residents. Most commuters rely on vehicles; 90% do so, with only 8% using public transit as mode of travel. Most Aurora Estates residents travel between cities - 72% do so daily while 27% work locally - 13% spend 45 to 59 minutes daily on their commute, 17% travel 60+ minutes every day while 23% experience short commute times of less than 15 minutes daily commute times.

4. Recreation:

Aurora Estates and its surroundings offer residents plenty of recreational activities. The Holland River Valley Trail - part of Nokiidaa Trail System - winds its way through Aurora Estates while David English Park features tennis courts, playground equipment and walking paths for recreation. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy both Beacon Hall Golf Club and Bloomington Downs Golf Club, both offering 18-hole courses, miniature golf, miniature batting cages, driving ranges, sand traps and putting greens. Lake Wilcox Park, situated near Oak Ridges community, boasts waterfront promenades, an outdoor splash park, playground equipment, public washrooms and picnic area. Oak Ridges Community Centre and Pool offer aquatic facilities as well as fitness classes and other programs for people of all ages, making this vibrant community fun to live in!

5. Shopping:

Aurora Estates provides easy access to an abundance of shopping and dining opportunities thanks to Yonge Street - its main thoroughfare that runs right through its center and serves as its Main Street. Residents can explore Aurora's shopping destinations like Aurora Centre and Smartcentres Aurora while also experiencing various dining choices along this lively thoroughfare.

6. Schools:

Aurora Estates offers residents superior educational choices, including six public and seven Catholic schools. These schools provide outstanding elementary and secondary programs, in addition to special offerings like Advanced Placement, French Immersion, and the International Baccalaureate. Public schools include Norval-Morrisseau Elementary School (ES Norval-Morrisseau), Highview PS (Highview Public School), Academie de la Moraine (Academy de la Moraine), Dr G W Walker Middle School and Dr G W Walker Secondary School - just to name a few! Williams SS, Lester B. Pearson PS and Aurora Grove PS are public schools located within Aurora Estates; Catholic schools serving this community include St. Maximilian Kolbe HS, ESC Renaissance, Cardinal Carter Catholic SS Light of Christ Catholic ES St Joseph Catholic ES Holy Spirit Catholic ES and EEC Saint-Jean are available as Catholic options as well. Aurora Estates provides its residents with ample educational opportunities.

Aurora Estates provides an exquisite living experience for individuals who appreciate nature, personal space, and luxury. This upscale neighborhood in Greater Toronto features exquisite homes as well as outstanding amenities - golf courses, arts & cultural events, picturesque parks and community centers among them - making Aurora Estates an attractive option for those in search of an elegant yet serene lifestyle. If you plan to move to Aurora Estates or you want to learn more about real estate investment opportunities in Aurora, please contact Aurora realtor agent Alan Zheng.