Cliffcrest is a quiet, mature residential neighbourhood in south Scarborough, set atop the Scarborough Bluffs around Kingston Road and McCowan Road. It is best known for its leafy streets, larger lots and direct access to Bluffer's Park, with its marina and beach at the foot of the Bluffs. The combination of green space, lake views and a calm, established feel makes Cliffcrest a popular choice for families and buyers looking for space close to the water. If you are searching for homes for sale in Cliffcrest, you will find an established, family-friendly part of Scarborough with more space than the central city and a real sense of community.
Location and transit
GO Transit's Lakeshore East line serves the area for quick trips to Union Station, and frequent TTC buses on Kingston Road connect to Kennedy station (Line 2), while McCowan routes connect north to Scarborough Centre. Highway 401 lies a short drive to the north, and Kingston Road and Lake Shore Boulevard give drivers routes west toward downtown.
Who lives in Cliffcrest
Cliffcrest draws families, professionals and downsizers who want a peaceful, established setting with green space and the lake close by. Buyers are often attracted by the larger lots, the proximity to Bluffer's Park and the Bluffs, and the sense of a settled, neighbourly community within the city.
Homes for sale in Cliffcrest
The housing stock is dominated by detached homes, including mid-century bungalows and two-storey houses, along with a steady stream of custom rebuilds and renovations on the area's generous lots. Properties closer to the Bluffs and with lake views carry a premium, and there is a healthy mix of original homes and modernised or newly built houses.
What to consider before buying
For properties near the Bluffs, pay close attention to lot setbacks, slope and drainage, and have any older home's foundation, roof and systems inspected. Commuting leans on GO Transit, buses and driving rather than a local subway, so plan your route, and as always confirm school catchments and spend time in the area before deciding.
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