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Oakridge

Scarborough's quiet corner with big-box convenience

About Oakridge

Oakridge sits in the western reaches of Scarborough, a residential neighbourhood defined by modest post-war homes, wide streets, and easy access to the commercial strips along Danforth Avenue and Victoria Park Avenue. It is an area where longtime homeowners have deep roots and newer families are drawn by relative affordability and the abundance of green space. Oakridge Park itself serves as the community hub, with sports fields, a playground, and a wading pool that buzzes with activity all summer. Victoria Park Avenue and Danforth Road provide the commercial spine, with plazas offering grocery stores, pharmacies, and a rotating cast of restaurants reflecting the area's multicultural makeup. The neighbourhood is bookended by ravine lands to the north and south, and residents take advantage of the connecting trail systems for dog-walking and jogging. It is not flashy, but Oakridge delivers dependable neighbourhood living with room to breathe.

Key Highlights

Walkability

60/100 — Local errands accessible on foot; some stretches require a car

Transit

TTC bus 12 Kingston Road, bus 113 Danforth; Victoria Park station (Line 2) to the west

Vibe

Unassuming, practical, green

What Makes Oakridge Special

Oakridge Park with sports fields, playground, and wading pool
Victoria Park Avenue shopping plazas for everyday needs
Access to ravine trail systems on the neighbourhood edges
Affordable post-war housing relative to central Toronto
Multicultural dining along Danforth Road corridor
Proximity to Scarborough Bluffs for weekend outings

Liveability Scores

48

Walk Score

Car-Dependent

55

Transit Score

Good Transit

46

Bike Score

Minimal Infrastructure

Local Favourites in Oakridge

The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.

Cafes & Coffee Shops

RoastAroma Specialty Cafe

4.9

3495 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1E2, Canada

62 reviews

Ethio Natural Coffee

4.7

3224 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1C1, Canada

181 reviews

The Daily Perk Coffee Co.

4.1

Victoria Park Subway Station, 777 Victoria Park Ave, Scarborough, ON M4C 5S8, Canada

62 reviews

Bakeries

Princes Pastries

4.9

3331 Danforth Ave Unit A, Scarborough, ON M1L 3M9, Canada

388 reviews

Tradition Fine Foods Ltd

4

663 Warden Ave., Scarborough, ON M1L 3Z5, Canada

138 reviews$

Parks & Green Spaces

Moreau Trail Park

4.6

55 Herron Ave #4V3, Toronto, ON M1L 4V3, Canada

29 reviews

Oates Park

4.5

10 Oates Dr, Scarborough, ON M1L 0A8, Canada

118 reviews

Gus Harris Trail

4.5

Gus Harris Trail, Scarborough, ON M1L 3P2, Canada

57 reviews

Warden Woods

4.4

74 Firvalley Ct, Toronto, ON M1H 3W5, Canada

376 reviews

Restaurants

Dhaka Kitchen

4.4

459 Pharmacy Ave, Toronto, ON M1L 3G7, Canada

679 reviews

ADDA Bengali Kitchen & Catering

4.3

3342 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1C8, Canada

2,349 reviews$$

Lobongo Fine Dining

4.2

3454 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1E3, Canada

1,264 reviews

Harvey's

4.2

3400 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1E1, Canada

495 reviews$

Domino's Pizza

4.2

447 Pharmacy Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 3G7, Canada

996 reviews$

Playgrounds

Byng Park Playground

4

313 Pharmacy Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1P9, Canada

2 reviews

Bars & Pubs

James Black Bear Pub

3.8

3276 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 1C3, Canada

83 reviews$

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