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Highland Road West, Forest-Hills

Highland Road West in Forest Hills, ON — shopping, food, parks.

4 parks & green spaces · 21 places to eat

WalkableTransit-friendlyFamily-friendlyFoodieGreat for shoppingQuiet
— open now 75 places mapped 3 events this week
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What's it like to live in Highland Road West?

Is Highland Road West a good place to live?

Highland Road West is a walker's paradise neighbourhood in Forest-Hills (Walk Score 100/100 — daily errands need no car). Homes for sale here run a median of about $539,900. There are 3 schools within the area. 23 transit stops nearby. It's a quiet area with no major roads or rail lines running through it. And 4 parks and green spaces, 21 places to eat, and 49 shops and services are mapped within walking distance.

What are homes like in Highland Road West?

There are 11 homes for sale in and around Highland Road West, priced from $310,000 to $740,000 (median about $539,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What schools are in Highland Road West?

There are 3 schools in and around Highland Road West including Southridge Public School, Queensmount Public School, St. Louis Education Centre - St. Francis Campus. See the guide below for what's closest.

What is Highland Road West known for?

Highland Road West is known locally for its 21-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Highland Road West this week?

There are 3 events on this week in and around Highland Road West, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Highland Road West best for?

Based on what's here, Highland Road West suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through Highland Road West, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Pita Factory Quick bite
    2. Stroll Overlea Park Park
    3. Lunch Quesada Mexican
    4. Treat Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream
    5. Browse Food Basics Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Southridge Park Park
    2. Picnic Queensmount Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Subway Sandwich
    4. Run around Filsinger Park Playground Playground
    5. Casual dinner Topper's Pizza Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Queensmount Park Arena Sports Centre
    2. Coffee Gino's Pizza Pizza
    3. Local shop Glogowski Euro Foods Greengrocer
    4. Dinner out Flamehouse Bar and Gril Indian
    5. Tonight Garnetta Crowell & DaGroovmasters Thu Jun 25 · 8:00 PM
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    What it costs to live in Highland Road West

    From homes on the market right now in and around Highland Road West.

    $539,900Median list price
    $340,000 – $649,000Typical range
    11Homes for sale
    $431Median $/sq ft
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    Schools in Highland Road West

    3 schools mapped in and around Highland Road West, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.

    Queensmount Public School0.3 km
    St. Louis Education Centre - St. Francis Campus0.6 km
    Southridge Public School0.7 km

    Could you live here?

    Falling for Highland Road West? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Highland Road West and the surrounding area.

    Margery "Marge" Nadalin Obituary (2026) - Palm City, FL - Forest Hills Memorial Park & Palm City Chapel - Legacy obituaryForest Hills Ontario News · Jun 17Wilco & Yo La Tengo Team Up For Collaborative Encore At Forest Hills Stadium - JamBaseForest Hills News · Jun 22New wall divides neighboring Forest Hills businesses after parking controversy - FOX 17 West Michigan NewsForest Hills News · Jun 22Mikhail Davydov Obituary - Forest Hills, NY - Dignity MemorialForest Hills News · Jun 21Forest Hills Area EMS celebrates 50th anniversary - WJACForest Hills News · Jun 21Forest Hills Gardens Flag Day 2026 - qgazette.comForest Hills News · Jun 20
    Get directions Parking · 44 lots Where to stay — of 22 open now

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    What is there to do in Highland Road West?

    Highland Road West has 4 parks and green spaces, 21 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Highland Road West?

    Most of Highland Road West is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Highland Road West?

    Highland Road West sits in Forest Hills, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Highland Road West?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Highland Road West, and can connect you with a local agent.

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