The Rouge neighbourhood in eastern Scarborough is one of Toronto's most naturally blessed residential areas, bordered directly by the Rouge National Urban Park — Canada's first national urban park. The community sits at the eastern edge of the City of Toronto, with Steeles Avenue to the north, Kingston Road to the south, and the Rouge River and park to the east.
This proximity to a national park — over 79 square kilometres of protected natural land — is an extraordinary amenity for an urban Toronto neighbourhood. Residents can access forest trails, river ecosystems, and natural landscapes within walking distance of their homes.
The Rouge offers competitive pricing for City of Toronto properties. Detached homes — predominantly two-storey from the 1980s-1990s — range from $900K to $1.4M. Some premium properties adjacent to the park reach higher. Townhomes and semi-detached homes range from $700K to $1.0M.
The neighbourhood attracts buyers who want detached home ownership with significant green space access, at prices below comparable homes in central or west Toronto.
Rouge is within City of Toronto — both Ontario and Toronto Municipal LTT apply. On a $1.0M home, combined LTT is approximately $24,475. First-time buyers receive up to $8,475 combined rebate.
The Rouge Park offers hiking, cycling, and nature experiences including the Glen Rouge Campground — one of the few campgrounds accessible by public transit in North America (via the Rouge Hill GO station and trail connections). Proximity to the park supports property values in the eastern section of the neighbourhood.
Rouge Hill GO Station (Lakeshore East line) provides direct rail access to Union Station in approximately 30-40 minutes. This transit option is significant for buyers who work downtown and want to live near the eastern Scarborough waterfront and park corridor.
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