Scarborough Village is an established, diverse neighbourhood in southeast Scarborough, set around Kingston Road, Markham Road and Eglinton Avenue East, close to the Scarborough Bluffs and Lake Ontario. With a mix of residential streets, local shopping and nearby waterfront parkland, it offers affordable homes in a convenient, well-connected location, popular with families, newcomers and first-time buyers. If you are looking for homes for rent in Scarborough Village, you will find an established, family-friendly part of Scarborough where rental houses and units offer more space than the central city.
Location and transit
GO Transit's Lakeshore East line is accessible at nearby stations such as Eglinton and Guildwood for trips to Union Station, and frequent TTC buses run along Kingston Road, Markham Road and Eglinton, connecting west to Kennedy station on the Bloor-Danforth subway (Line 2). Highway 401 to the north gives drivers quick access across the GTA, and the Bluffs and lake are a short distance to the south.
Who lives in Scarborough Village
The neighbourhood appeals to families, newcomers and first-time buyers who want affordable, established space with good transit and the waterfront close by. Many residents value the central location, the access to GO Transit and buses, and the proximity to the Bluffs, parks and shopping.
Homes for rent in Scarborough Village
Housing is a mix of detached and semi-detached homes and townhouses, along with some newer builds, on streets with reasonable lots. The variety of home types and prices helps a range of buyers and renters find something that fits. Rental supply here is smaller than in downtown apartment districts and leans toward whole houses, basement and upper-level suites, and the occasional townhouse, so well-priced listings tend to attract steady interest from families.
What to consider before renting
Many homes date from the area's original build-out, so check roofs, windows, foundations and mechanical systems and budget for updates. Confirm your commute mix of GO, bus and subway, and visit at different times to gauge traffic on the main roads. As always, verify school catchments before you decide.
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