Local Area Profile
This property is located in an area with a mix of homeowners and renters with housing consisting mainly of apartments and condominiums. Approximately 46% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, while about 28% have a college credential. Most local commuters travel by car, while a smaller share use public transit.
School Information
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Crosby Heights Public School (Grade:JK-8) 766/3037
- Alexander Mackenzie High School (Grade:9-12) 180/739
- Bayview Secondary School (Grade:9-12) 8/739
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Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Elementary School (Grade:JK-8) 513/3037
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St. Charles Garnier Catholic Elementary School (Grade:JK-8) 60/3037
- Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Academy (Grade:9-12)
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Michaëlle Jean Public School (Grade:1-3)
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Beverley Acres Public School (Grade:4-8)
- Langstaff Secondary School (Grade:9-12) 281/739
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Christ the King Catholic Elementary School (Grade:1-8) 35/3037
Commute Information
Richmond Hill Go Train Station (1.8km) - Free Parking available, parking lots: 2004
Community Overview
Elka is at the Heart of Crosby Community. Crosby community runs from Yonge St on the West to Major Mackenzie in the south, Bayview on the East, and Elgin Mills on the north. The community has a rich history and is one of Richmond Hill's oldest neighbourhoods. The home in the oldest neighbourhood date back to the 1800s. And around a third of properties were built before the 1960s. In past 3 months, 6 Semi-Detached homes were sold at average of $847.38K. Because part of the community falls in the Bayview secondary school zone, many Chinese families consider Crosby one of the top choice communities in Richmond Hill. In Elka neighbourhood, you will find many residents are Chinese, Canadian, Italian, Iranian, and Scottish. It will take around 50 mins train service to downtown Toronto, which would be an excellent alternative for young professionals who need to occasionally go back to the downtown office during the rush hour. Crosby Park offers an indoor swimming pool, Richmond Hill Lawn Tennis Club, Baseball court, soccer field and children's playground at the centre of the community. Along Yonge Street, one can easily find mixed of Shops, banks, supermarkets and restaurants. The Crosby is a mature community between Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue. It comprises a variety of homes where the oldest can date back to the two centuries ago. Though many houses are aged, investors and first-time home buyers can find the right type of houses with more oversized lots and huge backyards.
Neighbourhood Houses
216 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 218 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 220 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 222 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 240 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 242 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 246 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 248 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 252 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 254 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 256 Elka Drive Richmond Hill, 258 Elka Drive Richmond Hill.
To find the price of recently sold homes near my neighbourhood in
Crosby, Richmond Hill, please contact realtor Alan Zheng (647-877-9311).
