Pickering Homes and Real Estate

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Why buy real estate in Pickering?

Much of Pickering, Ontario is still farmland and borders the City of Toronto which makes it a very desirable real estate market. The location of Pickering is one of its best features with it being only a half hour for commuters by GO train to downtown Toronto. Highway 401, Canada`s busiest expressway, travels through southern Pickering parallel to Lake Ontario. Pickering real estate offers home buyers plenty of home options from rental apartments and condominiums, to small townhomes, well priced semi-detached homes, larger detached houses, and million-dollar executive homes.

Most of the western borders of Pickering are part of the Rouge River park system; the largest urban park in North America. Frenchman's Bay is one of several waterfront attractions in the city. Pickering residents and visitors enjoy the 12.7 kilometres of waterfront trail along the shoreline where they can stroll, jog, skate, or ride their bicycles. Pickering Beach and the wetlands area beside it are gems to be discovered as not everyone seems to know about them. There are marinas, a yacht club and sailing to enjoy. The Seaton Hiking Trail, Petticoat Creek and Greenwood Conservation Area offer further opportunities to absorb nature.

Education

Pickering is served by the Durham District School Board and the Durham Catholic District School Board. The public board operates 17 elementary schools and two secondary schools, Dunbarton High School and Pine Ridge Secondary School.  The Catholic board runs seven elementary schools and one secondary school, Saint Mary Catholic Secondary School. Blaisdale Montessori School, a private school chain, has locations throughout Pickering serving children from preschool age to grade 8.

Demographics

The province of Ontario has designated Pickering as an urban growth centre. Pickering is home to approximately 95,000 residents but with further development over the next 10 to 15 years particularly north of the city, it is estimated that by 2023, Pickering will be home to nearly 170,000 residents. Pickering is represented by cultures from around the world, adding a unique quality to the community.

Recreation & Leisure

Pickering offers recreational and leisure opportunities for all, from children's programs to youth and seniors’ centres. The Pickering Recreation Complex offers a wide variety of activities, from tennis, squash, racquetball, and a weight room, to recreational swimming in the 25-metre pool.  Plentiful parks support activities for all ages including football, soccer, tennis, baseball, basketball, bocce and cricket. Culture enthusiasts will enjoy visits to the Pickering Museum Village, Herongate Barn Theatre, or attending the multitude of annual events which bring this city together, like Winterfest, Heritage Day, Pickering Dragon Boat Races, Theatre in the Park, the Waterfront Concert Series and Artfest.

Economy

Pickering has a strong and economically diverse business community that includes more than 2,000 businesses. Pickering is well known for the Pickering nuclear generating station. Ontario Power Generation, the plants' operator, is the largest single employer in the city.  Pickering is recognized as one of Canada’s best cities for growth companies, citing the following factors: a large young workforce, easy access to big investors, and close proximity to major transportation hubs and post secondary institutions.

Shopping

Pickering residents are spoiled for choice with shops and services. There is excellent shopping at Pickering Town Centre with over 200 stores, while First Pro Shopping Centre offers power-centre format shopping and includes Wal-Mart, Sobey’s, and Canadian Tire. All the major grocery banner stores are in Pickering with many open late. The Pickering Annex complex of retailers specializes in home decor. The Pickering Markets is the biggest indoor market of its kind in Canada. Its 540 booths - open all year - offer antiques, electronics, clothing and lots, lots more.

Community Resources

City of Pickering website
www.cityofpickering.com

City of Pickering
905-420-2222 or 1-866-683-2760

Pickering Central Library
905-831-2789

Pickering Recreation Complex
905-831-8604

Pickering Museum Village
905-683-8401

Durham Catholic District School Board
905-576-6150

Durham District School Board
905-666-5500  

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