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Neighborhood Overview

Thornhill, York

Sale : 809546 - 14850000
Rent : 2449 - 6900
118 Houses for Sale in Thornhill
72 Houses for Rent in Thornhill

Thornhill Neighbourhood Overview

A suburban district situated in the regional municipality of York in Ontario, Canada, Thornhill is flanked by two cities; the City of Markham and the City of Vaughan. It’s a peaceful countryside neighbourhood and an ideal location for someone who is looking for work-life balance. For the unversed, Thornhill also has one of the highest densities of any neighbourhood present in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). Plus, its close proximity to social conveniences and amenities makes it a perfect choice for families. Bayview Glen, Olde Thornhill and Westmount are a few popular residential communities situated nearby. Thornhill is one of the largest neighbourhoods present in Ontario and over the years several neighbourhoods have developed within it. The best part is that one can choose from a wide spectrum of condominium buildings and townhomes here.

Buildings in Thornhill

7171 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

7 For Sale
3 For Rent

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1 Grandview Ave

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale
4 For Rent

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7165 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

2 For Sale
2 For Rent

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16 Elgin St

Thornhill, York

4 For Sale

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7161 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

3 For Rent

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7167 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale
1 For Rent

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7811 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

2 For Sale

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16B Elgin St

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale
1 For Rent

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180 Dudley Ave

Thornhill, York

2 For Rent

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7161 Yonge St N

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale
1 For Rent

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7451 Yonge St

Thornhill, York

1 For Rent

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16A Elgin St

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale

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60 Inverlochy Blvd

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale

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308 John St

Thornhill, York

1 For Sale

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62 Suncrest Blvd

Thornhill, York

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Livability & Lifestyle of Thornhill

According to Area Vibes, Thornhill has a livability score of 77 out of 100. Considering the benchmarks, it is quite a good score for any neighbourhood. Considering moving here? Then knowing the following data will be crucial for you. Take a dekko!

Liveability	77
Amenities	A+
Cost of Living	F
Employment	C-
Housing	B+
Schools	B+
Crime Rate	A+

People & Culture of Thornhill

Historically, the very first settlers in Thornhill had arrived in 1794. The neighbourhood of Thornhill takes its name from Benjamin Thorne who came here in 1820. He used to work on a sawmill and a gristmill. Eventually, the name of this neighbourhood came to be known as Thorne’s mill. Then, over a period of time, it came to be known as Thorne’s hill.

Index	Thornhill
Median household income	$75,965
Unemployment rate	4.0%
In labour force	58.4%

The people in this area majorly speak the English language. The use of French is almost negligible.

Index	Thornhill
Speak English only	87.4%
Speak French only	0.0%

Thornhill Neighbourhood Nearby

Thornhill is a quaint neighbourhood present in Ontario, Canada. It’s got an amazing vibe and is an ideal place to live. It has every basic amenity readily available from schools and colleges to shopping complexes, banks, etc. A few of the noteworthy schools located here are:

Thornhill secondary school
Thornhill woods public school
Thornhill public school

Thornhill is also a place where you can enjoy and gulp down scrumptious food. So, those who love food and enjoy tasting delicacies will definitely like the below-mentioned restaurants.

Terra restaurant
Sofram Thornhill
Stonefire

Thornhill also has many shopping complexes where you can splurge and shop for all your daily essentials. A few of them are

Promenade shopping centre
Thornhill square shopping centre
Thornhill woods centre

In case you face any kind of health emergency, there are multiple options available for you to have a checkup.

Thornhill medical centre
MyHealth centre
All health medical centre

Top Attractions & Places to Visit in Thornhill

If living in Thornhill then you can explore various attractions located in or nearby this area. A few of the notable ones are

Cham Shan Temple

A beautiful Buddhist temple situated in the Niagara Falls area, the Cham Shan temple is a very nice and peaceful place to visit. Those who are religious can visit the temple and see it from inside too. For those who travel via their respective vehicles; parking is free inside the temple premises.

Sugarbush Heritage Park

If you want to slip away from the everyday chaos of city life then a visit to Sugarbush Heritage park would be no less than a treat for your soul. It’s just what you need for your family outings.

Sante Healing Spa & Salt Caves

If overall health and well-being is what you seek then pinning your hopes on this spa and salt caves would be a good option. Here you can opt for massages, aesthetics, flotation therapy, an infrared sauna and much more.

Things To Do in Thornhill

Go for a spa session

A fan of personal wellness? Then you can go for your spa sessions at Hand & stone massage and facial spa or Sante salt cave & healing spa. You won’t regret your time spent here.

National Ballroom academy

Love dancing? Sign up for dance classes at National Ballroom Academy. From the basics of ballroom dancing to Latin dancing, you get to cover it all.

Explore shopping centres

All shopping enthusiasts will simply love this place. Yorkdale shopping centre, Promenade shopping centre, and Central square are some of the nearby shopping centres that you turn to when shopping for daily essentials.

Distance & Commute from Popular Locations

From Toronto International Airport, Thornhill neighbourhood is situated 30 km away. To drive here, it would roughly take you about 30-40 minutes depending on the traffic conditions.
Cham Shan Temple is just 3 km away. It will take you about 5-10 minutes to drive here depending upon the traffic conditions.
Sugarbush Heritage Park is just 6-7 km away. It will roughly take you about 15-30 minutes to drive here.

Popular Markets in Thornhill

If you want to go shopping for daily essentials then you will find several markets in Thornhill. A few of the notable ones are:

York farmers market - This market first opened in the spring of 1953. It offered a central location to the farmers and is open 4 days a week, from Thursday to Sunday. It is an ideal location if you want to shop for fresh food items at affordable prices.
Spring farm marketplace - This marketplace is situated at the intersection of Clark Avenue & Hilda Avenue in Thornhill. Here you can find retailers like Sobeys, Shoppers Drug Mart and TD Canada Trust.
Sue’s Thornhill fruit market - If you are looking to buy fresh fruits and other items then Sue’s Thornhill fruit market is one of the best options that you can explore.
Village market - From here you can shop everyday dairy essentials items.

Thornhill Demographics

The demographics of a place accurately depicts the data of a place from age, gender, income, race and other information. The important demographic information for the Thornhill neighbourhood is as follows:

Category	Statistics
Population	6,698
Population Density (sq m)	3,103
Median Age	45.9
Gender Ratio	1:1:1
Married Couples	71%
Families with Kids at Home	45%
Speak English Only	87.4%
Speak French Only	0.0%

Things To Do in Thornhill With Kids & Pets

Playing and having a good time with your kids and pets is a much-needed respite for every parent. Here are a few fun things you can do with your kids and pets in Thornhill.

Visit Canada’s Wonderland

Situated at a 20-minute driving distance, Canada’s Wonderland is the perfect combination of family fun, thrill and adventure. If you want to spend some real quality time with your kiddos and furry friends then a visit on any given day will be a balmy experience.

Go to Royal Ontario Museum

Museums are a way of getting to know your past and reflecting on your future. The Royal Ontario Museum is situated at a 30-minute driving distance from Thornhill. It is truly a great opportunity for you to bond with your kids and pets while learning something new and looking at things from a completely new perspective.

Visit Edwards Gardens

Home to Toronto Botanical Gardens, the Edward Gardens is just what you need to spend a peaceful day with your family and friends. Here you can explore the garden tours, nature day camps, and field trips offered by the Toronto Botanical Gardens.

Average Cost of Living in Thornhill

The average cost of living in Thornhill is 7% higher as compared to the Markham average. And it is 19% higher than the national average. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the data about the same.

Index	Thornhill
Cost of living	119
Utilities	130
Groceries	100
Health care	103
Housing	143
Transportation	107
Utilities	130

Real Estate Housing Market of Thornhill

Overall, the real estate market in Thornhill is fairly balanced and stable. In January 2023, the average sale price here remained $668,000. Majorly one can find detached homes here. These account for about 64% of sales. This is followed by condos and semi-detached houses which accounts for 2% of sales. In Thornhill, you will majorly find 3 bedrooms apartments. Housing here is 43% higher than the national average. The sale price of a home located is between $400,000 and $600,000. The average sale price per sq. ft. in Thornhill is $170.

Thornhill - Location Map and Landmarks

Commute
Educational
Hospitals
Shopping & Recreational

Finch Subway, Toronto 3.83 km
Old Cummer Go Station, Toronto 4.81 km

Centerpoint Linc, Toronto 2.05 km
Lillian Public School, Toronto 2.13 km
Brebeuf C Ollege School, Toronto 2.31 km
Newtonbrook Secondary School, Toronto 2.31 km
St Agnes Catholic Elementary School, Toronto 2.45 km
St Paschal Baylon Catholic Elementary School, Toronto 2.54 km
Pleasant Public School, Toronto 2.84 km
Drewry Secondary School, Toronto 3.04 km
Monseigneur De Charbonnel Catholic Secondary School, Toronto 3.08 km
Tyndale University College And Seminary School - Bayview Campus, Toronto 3.2 km

Shouldice Hernia Centre, York 1.77 km
St. John's Rehab, Toronto 3.38 km
North York General Hospital - Branson Site, Toronto 5.11 km
St. Bernard'S Hospital, Toronto 5.54 km
Mackenzie Richmond Hill, York 6.53 km
North York General Hospital, Toronto 7.01 km
North York General, Toronto 7.06 km
Scarborough Health Network – Birchmount, Toronto 9.3 km
Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto 9.49 km
Cortellucci Vaughan, York 10.08 km

Centerpoint Mall, Toronto 1.97 km
Carlo'S No Frills, Toronto 2.09 km
Super Khorak, Toronto 2.5 km
Super Zamani, Toronto 2.56 km
Metro Supermarket, Toronto 3.03 km
Price Chopper, Toronto 3.1 km
Food Basics, Toronto 3.1 km
Price Chopper, Toronto 3.77 km
H-Mart Finch, Toronto 4.03 km
Royal Supermarket, Toronto 4.18 km

FAQ

The average sale price in Thornhill ranges between $6,00,000-$8,00,000, however, it can vary and is subject to change as per factors such as demand of property, and location, etc. For more info about the average home price in Thornhill you can check our website www.squareyards.ca

The average cost of a townhouse in Thornhill is $8,00,000-$1,000,000. This price can vary depending on several factors. To know more about the average townhouse cost in Thornhill please refer to our website.

There are several neighbourhoods situated nearby Thornhill. Bayview Fairways, Brownridge, and Royal Orchard are a few distinguished examples of the same.

Currently, there are about 52 homes listed for sale in Thornhill. However, counting in various parameters, this figure is subject to change owing to the demand, price and location of Thornhill. For more information, you can refer to www.squareyards.ca

On an overall basis, Thornhill has witnessed a steady increase in the number of homes getting sold in the area. Usually, a house is sold between 35-50 days.