Markham's Best Neighbourhoods for Buyers Who Want a Short Walk to GO Transit
Markham's Best Neighbourhoods for Buyers Who Want a Short Walk to GO Transit
Walking to the train changes your whole commute: no hunt for parking, no second car, and a calmer start to the day. Here is where to look in Markham.
Neeraj Moolchandani is a top real estate agent in Markham, Ontario.
The Short Answer
Markham has four GO stations on the Stouffville Line: Unionville at 155 YMCA Boulevard, Centennial at 320 Bullock Drive, Markham at 214 Main Street North, and Mount Joy at 1801 Bur Oak Avenue. Unionville and Mount Joy have the largest parking lots, with about 1,620 and 1,333 spaces, while Centennial and Markham have about 451 and 413, so walking matters even more there. Nearby areas include Downtown Markham and south Unionville, Markville and Markham Village, and Wismer and Greensborough. Check walking routes, train noise, and level crossings before you buy.
Neeraj and the Kaizen Real Estate Team, one of the teams Markham commuters trust with their search, often hear the same wish: I want to walk to the train. Here is how each station area compares.
Markham's Four GO Stations
| Station | Address | Parking Spaces | Nearby Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unionville GO | 155 YMCA Boulevard | About 1,620 | Downtown Markham, Markham Centre, south Unionville |
| Centennial GO | 320 Bullock Drive | About 451 | Markville, west Markham Village |
| Markham GO | 214 Main Street North | About 413 | Markham Village and Main Street Markham |
| Mount Joy GO | 1801 Bur Oak Avenue | About 1,333 | Wismer, Greensborough |
Station addresses and parking counts are approximate and can change. Check GO Transit for current schedules.
Unionville GO: Condos and Urban Living
Unionville GO sits near Markham Centre, the city's growing downtown. Condo towers, townhouses, and York University's Markham campus are close by, along with Highway 7 Viva rapid transit. Metrolinx's Stouffville Line GO Expansion plans more frequent, all day service to Unionville, with a goal of trains every 15 minutes. No firm date has been published.
Best for: condo buyers, young professionals, and investors who want transit at the door. See our condo buyer's guide.
Want homes within a 10 minute walk of a GO station? Neeraj can map them for you. Call or text Neeraj at (647) 370 8885.
Centennial and Markham GO: Established Streets
These two stations have smaller parking lots, so living within walking distance is a real advantage. The areas around them include established detached homes, townhouses, and the heritage character of Markham Village and Main Street Markham.
Best for: buyers who want mature trees, older homes with character, and a walkable main street.
Mount Joy GO: Newer Family Homes
Mount Joy GO serves the newer northeast communities of Wismer and Greensborough. Expect newer detached homes, semis, and freehold townhouses, many on quiet crescents, with Bur Oak Secondary School nearby.
Best for: families who want newer homes and a GO commute for office days.
The Trade Offs
- Train noise. Homes right beside the tracks hear trains and horns. A few streets back is often the sweet spot.
- Level crossings. Some roads cross the tracks at grade, which can mean waits for drivers.
- Station traffic. Rush hour drop offs add traffic on nearby streets.
- Price. Walkable transit can add appeal and support resale, but it is one factor among many. It is not a promise of higher value.
- Parking at home. Condo units near stations may come with one spot or none. Confirm before you buy.
Walk the route with us before you offer. It makes the decision easy. Call or text Neeraj at (647) 370 8885.
How to Test the Walk
- Walk from the front door to the platform at rush hour and time it.
- Check sidewalks, lighting, and crossings on the route.
- Try it again on a winter morning if you can.
- Look at the train schedule for your direction and times.
For hybrid workers, read our remote worker neighbourhood guide too.
Commuting by train? Let us find you a home that makes it simple. Call or text Neeraj at (647) 370 8885.
GO Transit Neighbourhood Questions, Answered
How many GO stations are in Markham?
Markham has four GO stations on the Stouffville Line: Unionville, Centennial, Markham and Mount Joy.
Which Markham GO station has the most parking?
Unionville GO has about 1,620 parking spaces and Mount Joy GO about 1,333. Centennial and Markham GO are smaller, with about 451 and 413 spaces.
What neighbourhoods are walking distance to Mount Joy GO?
Mount Joy GO at 1801 Bur Oak Avenue serves parts of Wismer and Greensborough, which have newer detached homes, semis and townhouses.
Will GO service in Markham get more frequent?
Metrolinx's Stouffville Line GO Expansion plans more frequent, all day service, with a goal of trains every 15 minutes to Unionville. No firm date has been published.
Is it noisy to live near a GO station?
Homes right beside the tracks can hear trains and horns. Living a few streets back often gives an easy walk with less noise. Visit at different times before you buy.
Walk to the Train. Come Home Calmer.
Neeraj will help you find homes within an easy walk of the GO station that fits your commute.
Call or text (647) 370 8885 · info@kaizenrealestate.ca
Kaizen Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, Brokerage · 9763 Markham Rd, Markham, ON L6E 1A4
Station details: GO Transit station listings. Service plans: Metrolinx. Schedules and parking change; confirm with GO Transit. This article is general information, not legal, tax, mortgage, or financial advice. Market commentary describes current conditions and is not a promise of future prices. Information is believed accurate but should be independently verified. Not intended to solicit properties currently under contract.
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