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York University Heights

York University Heights in Vaughan, ON — food, arts_culture, shopping.

Presence · 7 parks & green spaces · 44 places to eat

— open now 110 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is York University Heights a good place to live?

York University Heights has 30 parks and green spaces, 44 places to eat, and 14 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 16 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in York University Heights?

There are 16 homes for sale in and around York University Heights, priced from $310,000 to $1,488,000 (median about $499,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is York University Heights known for?

York University Heights is known locally for landmarks like Presence, its 44-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in York University Heights this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around York University Heights, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is York University Heights best for?

Based on what's here, York University Heights suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through York University Heights, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Starbucks Coffee Shop
    2. Stroll Harry W. Arthurs Common Park
    3. Lunch Thaï Express Thai
    4. Treat La Diperie Ice cream
    5. Browse York University Bookstore Books
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Black Creek Trail 1.6 km
    2. Picnic Dan Iannuzi Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Popeyes Chicken
    4. Run around Jack Evelyn Wiggins Park Park
    5. Casual dinner La Prep Quick bite
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Presence Artwork
    2. Coffee Country Style Coffee Shop
    3. Local shop Grocery Checkout Convenience
    4. Dinner out Cucina Italian Cafe Italian
    5. Tonight Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours Sat Jun 20
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    Through the lens

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

    Pizza Pizza
    Cucina Italian Cafe
    Thaï Express
    Arboretum Parking Garage
    The Great Canadian Bagel
    Harry W. Arthurs Common
    La Prep
    Popeyes
    Tim Hortons
    Memory of a Child
    Canlan Ice Sports
    Presence
    The Campus Bubble Tea
    York University Bookstore

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for York University Heights? 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 York University Heights and the surrounding area.

    Vaughan skyscrapers get go ahead - Ontario Construction NewsVaughan Ontario News · Jun 17Police lay charges after thieves wake up Vaughan homeowners to demand Lamborghini keys - Toronto - Global NewsVaughan Ontario News · Jun 17‘Great feeling’: Vaughan lottery player wins big with ticket honouring late mother-in-law - YorkRegion.comVaughan Ontario News · Jun 17Vaughan Home Invasion: Charges Filed Against Toronto Residents - UL LawyersVaughan Ontario News · Jun 171st twin babies born at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital turn 5 - YorkRegion.comVaughan Ontario News · Jun 16Cineplex Brings New Playdium Location to Vaughan Mills - To Do CanadaVaughan Ontario News · Jun 16
    Get directions Parking · 76 lots Where to stay — of 14 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in York University Heights?

    York University Heights has 7 parks and green spaces, 44 places to eat, and landmarks like Presence. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in York University Heights?

    Most of York University Heights 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 York University Heights?

    York University Heights sits in Vaughan, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in York University Heights?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around York University Heights, and can connect you with a local agent.