Richmond Hill
A family-friendly town in York Region with quiet residential streets, parks and trails, and Persian bakeries, grocery stores and restaurants along Yonge Street.
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Richmond Green park, Richmond Hill. Photo: Canmenwalker, CC BY 4.0
Richmond Hill sits just north of Toronto in York Region. Many families choose it for its residential streets, its parks and trails, and its easy access to the rest of the GTA.
Getting around
- Highways: 404 and 407 run through or alongside the town.
- Transit: Viva rapid buses run along Yonge Street, and the Richmond Hill GO line connects to downtown Toronto.
Homes you’ll find
Mostly detached houses and townhouses, with condos concentrated along Yonge Street and Highway 7.

Stock photo, not taken in this area.

Yonge Street, Richmond Hill. Photo: atomboy, CC BY 3.0
Everyday life
- Persian bakeries, grocery stores and restaurants along Yonge Street
- Schools run by the York Region public and Catholic boards. Always confirm the school for a specific address with the board.
- Mackenzie Health’s Richmond Hill hospital and large parks such as Richmond Green
Who it often suits
Families looking for more space, and buyers who want familiar shops close by while staying connected to Toronto.