Alderwood
Etobicoke, Toronto, ON
A quiet, established south Etobicoke neighbourhood of modest bungalows and detached houses. Alderwood sits close to the lake and Long Branch GO station, offering genuine waterfront accessibility at prices well below comparable east-end neighbourhoods. Strong family character with deep community roots.
Core & Lifestyle Scores
| 🔒 Safety | 82 | |
| 🎓 Schools | 74 | |
| 🚇 Transit | 62 | |
| 🌳 Green Space | 76 | |
| 🛒 Walkability | 64 | |
| 🤝 Community | 78 | |
| 👶 Family Life | 80 | |
| 🐕 Pet Friendly | 76 | |
| 🏃 Active Living | 72 | |
| 🍽️ Dining | 58 | |
| ☕ Café Culture | 52 | |
| 🎭 Arts & Culture | 52 | |
| 🌙 Nightlife | 36 | |
| 🚲 Cycling | 56 | |
| 🧘 Wellness | 64 |
Neighbourhood Signals
- Long Branch GO Station — Lakeshore West line to Union Station in under 30 minutes.
- Proximity to Lake Ontario and waterfront trail system.
- Very safe — consistently low crime in this established residential pocket.
- Limited independent retail — depends on Lakeshore Blvd for most amenities.
- Car-dependent for most daily errands outside the GO corridor.
Schools Nearby
- Alderwood Public School (72/100)
- Bishop Allen Academy (78/100)
Transit Access
- 🚇 Long Branch GO Station (Lakeshore West)
- 🚇 Lakeshore Bus (501)
- 🚇 Brown Line Bus (44)
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