Wexford/Maryvale
Location & Borough
Wexford/Maryvale is a residential neighbourhood in Scarborough, situated between Lawrence Avenue East and Ellesmere Road, around the Warden Avenue corridor. It is one of Scarborough's larger and more diverse communities, with a well-established multi-ethnic character and reasonable transit access to both downtown and Scarborough's commercial hubs.
Character & Vibe
Wexford/Maryvale is a genuine multicultural neighbourhood ā South Asian, Caribbean, Chinese, Filipino, and West African communities are all present, and this is reflected in its commercial strips, grocery stores, and religious institutions. The neighbourhood is family-oriented, with a high density of schools relative to its size. It has a stable residential character without the trendiness of inner-city gentrification zones, which is both its limitation (it won't attract the coffee-shop crowd) and its strength (rents remain genuinely affordable).
Transit
Four subway/GO stations and 149 bus stops ā the second-highest bus stop count in this batch ā give Wexford/Maryvale good transit access for a mid-Scarborough neighbourhood. Lawrence East and Warden stations on the Bloor-Danforth line are accessible. Three post-secondary institutions reflect the area's academic connectivity.
Landmarks & Amenities
One hundred twenty dining options ā by far the highest in Scarborough's neighbourhoods in this batch ā reflect the neighbourhood's food-culture richness. Fifteen grocers, 12 healthcare facilities, and 6 nightlife venues add to the amenity density. Fourteen schools (the highest school count in the entire batch) make this an exceptional family neighbourhood.
Parks & Green Space
Twelve parks, with access to the Warden Woods ravine park system ā one of Scarborough's premier natural spaces. Maryvale Park and Wexford Park serve local recreational needs.
Dining & Nightlife
One hundred twenty restaurants make Wexford/Maryvale a serious foodie destination for authentic international cuisine at genuinely affordable prices. The concentration of South Asian, Caribbean, and Chinese restaurants is exceptional. Six nightlife venues provide a modest evening scene.
Schools
Fourteen schools ā the most of any neighbourhood in this entire batch ā and three universities. This extraordinary school density makes Wexford/Maryvale arguably the best family neighbourhood in Scarborough from an education standpoint.
Rental Market
With 83 listings, average rent is $2,109 and median is $2,199 ā the average is lower than the median, suggesting the distribution is slightly left-skewed with some very affordable outliers pulling it down. Range is $500ā$4,400. Excellent value for the school access and dining richness.
Who It's Best For
Families who prioritize school access above all else ā 14 schools within the boundary is remarkable. South Asian, Caribbean, and Chinese community members. Budget-conscious renters who want Scarborough's best food scene. Those who value multicultural community richness over downtown proximity.
