Pleasant View
Quiet North York living with easy highway access
About Pleasant View
Pleasant View is a residential neighbourhood in northeast North York that lives up to its name with gently rolling streets, well-spaced homes, and an abundance of mature trees. The area sits between Sheppard Avenue and Finch Avenue, bookended by Victoria Park Avenue to the west and the hydro corridor to the east. Housing runs the gamut from original 1950s bungalows to split-levels and newer infill builds, attracting a diverse mix of families, retirees, and newcomers. The commercial activity centres along Sheppard Avenue East, where strip plazas offer grocery stores, restaurants, and professional services catering to the area's Chinese, South Asian, and Filipino communities. Pleasant View Park and the George Chicken Forest provide neighbourhood green space, while the proximity to Highways 401 and 404 makes car commuting straightforward. It is a neighbourhood where you can hear birdsong on a weekday morning, a rare luxury this deep inside the city.
Key Highlights
Walkability
55/100 — Walkable along Sheppard Ave; residential streets are car-oriented
Transit
TTC bus 85 Sheppard East, bus 39 Finch East; connects to Sheppard-Yonge station (Line 1)
Vibe
Quiet, practical, leafy
What Makes Pleasant View Special
Liveability Scores
Walk Score
Car-Dependent
Transit Score
Minimal Transit
Bike Score
Minimal Infrastructure
Local Favourites in Pleasant View
The best-rated spots right in the neighbourhood, from cosy cafes to beautiful parks.
Bakeries
Country Style
5545 Van Horne Avenue Pleasantview Arena, North York, ON M2J 4S8, Canada
MarJo Bakery
4.62838 Victoria Park Ave, Toronto, ON M2J 4A8, Canada
Tim Hortons
4Fairview mall, 1800 Sheppard Ave E Unit 1049, North York, ON M2J 5A7, Canada
Fitness & Gyms
Inspire Health & Fitness
4.9Brian Dr, North York, ON M2J 3Y9, Canada
Purple Dragon Karate VP
4.92758 Victoria Park Ave, North York, ON M2J 4A8, Canada
Restaurants
Swift Cafe
4.9245 Fairview Mall Dr Suite 101, North York, ON M2J 4T1, Canada
John Anderson's Hamburgers
4.62832 Victoria Park Ave, North York, ON M2J 4A8, Canada
Lavash Authentic Armenian Restaurant
4.62746 Victoria Park Ave, North York, ON M2J 4A8, Canada
Aoyama
4.52766 Victoria Park Ave, North York, ON M2J 4A8, Canada
Parks & Green Spaces
Van Horne Park
4.5Van Horne Park, 561 Van Horne Ave, Toronto, ON M2J 4S8, Canada
Clydesdale Park
4.4116 Clydesdale Dr, North York, ON M2J 3N2, Canada
Old Sheppard Park
4.3101 Old Sheppard Ave, North York, ON M2J 3L5, Canada
Pinto Park
4.3Pinto Park, 21 Pinto Dr, Toronto, ON M3J 3T9, Canada
Muirhead Park
4.365 Muirhead Rd, North York, ON M2J 3W4, Canada
Playgrounds
Playdium
4.41800 Sheppard Ave E unit y007, North York, ON M2J 5A7, Canada
Allenbury Gardens
4.3150 Fairview Mall Dr, North York, ON M2J 0G3, Canada
Libraries
Toronto Public Library - Pleasant View Branch
4575 Van Horne Ave, Toronto, ON M2J 4S8, Canada
Cafes & Coffee Shops
McDonald's
3.81800 Sheppard Ave E, North York, ON M2J 5A7, Canada
Starbucks Coffee Company
3.81800 Sheppard Ave E, North York, ON M2J 5A7, Canada
Bars & Pubs
Bourbon Street Grill
3.21800 Sheppard Ave E, North York, ON M2J 5A7, Canada
Happening in Toronto
Upcoming events, festivals, and community gatherings across the city.
Hamilton at the Princess of Wales Theatre
Princess of Wales Theatre
St. Lawrence Market Saturday Artisan Market
St. Lawrence Market
AGO Exhibit: Canadian Modernism Reimagined
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Toronto Tech Meetup: AI & the Future of Work
MaRS Discovery District
Jazz Nights at The Rex Hotel
The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar
Improv Comedy Night at Second City Toronto
The Second City Toronto
Nearby Neighborhoods
Explore the communities surrounding Pleasant View.
Guides & Articles
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