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Steeles Avenue East, Markham

Steeles Avenue East in Markham, ON — shopping, food, parks.

3 parks & green spaces · 7 places to eat

WalkableTransit-friendlyFamily-friendlyGreen & outdoorsyQuiet
open now 18 places mapped 30 events this week
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What's it like to live in Steeles Avenue East?

Is Steeles Avenue East a good place to live?

Steeles Avenue East is a very walkable neighbourhood in Markham (Walk Score 85/100 — most errands on foot). There are 8 schools within the area. 25 transit stops nearby. It's a quiet area with no major roads or rail lines running through it. And 7 parks and green spaces, 7 places to eat, and 7 shops and services are mapped within walking distance.

What schools are in Steeles Avenue East?

There are 8 schools in and around Steeles Avenue East including Banting and Best Public School, The Divine Infant Catholic School, Macklin Public School. See the guide below for what's closest.

What is Steeles Avenue East known for?

Steeles Avenue East is known locally for its 7-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Steeles Avenue East this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Steeles Avenue East, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Steeles Avenue East best for?

Based on what's here, Steeles Avenue East suits families and the outdoors.

Choose your own adventure - Steeles Avenue East

Tap what you feel like doing, set how long, pick how you'll get around, and we'll route it and time it from real places.

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    Three hand-picked days through Steeles Avenue East, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Pizzaville Pizza
    2. Stroll Milliken Park Park
    3. Lunch New Da Fu Seafood Cuisine Chinese
    4. Treat Subway Sandwich
    5. Browse Field Fresh Supermarket Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead James Edward Park Park
    2. Picnic Middlefield Corners Park
    3. Grab a bite Nguyên Hương Vietnamese
    4. Casual dinner Jatujak Thai Restaurant Thai
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Milliken Park Community Recreation Centre Community Centre
    2. Local shop Pasumai Market Supermarket
    3. Tonight Museum Admission Wed Jun 24 · 10:00 AM
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    Through the lens

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

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    Schools in Steeles Avenue East

    8 schools mapped in and around Steeles Avenue East, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.

    Showing the 6 closest of 8 schools in and around Steeles Avenue East.

    Could you live here?

    Falling for Steeles Avenue East? 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 Steeles Avenue East and the surrounding area.

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Steeles Avenue East?

    Steeles Avenue East has 3 parks and green spaces, 7 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 Steeles Avenue East?

    Most of Steeles Avenue East 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 Steeles Avenue East?

    Steeles Avenue East sits in Markham, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Steeles Avenue East?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Steeles Avenue East, and can connect you with a local agent.

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