Community of Westgate

Westgate is a well-planned, desirable community, located near many schools, major shopping centres, hospitals, and other necessities. A majority of the houses in this area were built after the 1960s, and there are also many newer properties.  Westgate is bordered on the north by Bovaird Drive East, on the east by Dixie Road, on the south by the Queen Street Corridor, and on the west by Highway 410.  Westgate real estate listings feature well-maintained homes along quiet streets lined with mature trees and neat lawns and gardens. There are plenty of parks in the neighbourhood. Parr Lake South Park features a scenic man-made lake. Other parks in the area include Nuffield Park, Bramalea Limited Community Park, Lafrance Park, and Laurelcrest Park.  Westgate homes for sale are ideal for families, thanks to its safety, convenient location, and proximity to amenities such as schools. MLS listings for Westgate reflect the diverse needs of families with children. There are many spacious, detached residences with three or more bedrooms, as well as smaller bungalow properties with sizeable yards.

Because Highway 410 borders it, Westgate is a very convenient neighbourhood for commuters to Toronto. Other major roads in Westgate include Bovaird Drive East and Williams Parkway. Queen Street is also just moments south of Westgate, which provides a direct route to Downtown Brampton.  Brampton Transit and Zum buses are available to Westgate residents. For rail commuters, bus routes provide connections to the Brampton and Mount Pleasant GO Stations.

Bramalea City Centre (25 Peel Centre Drive), a large indoor mall boasting over one million square feet of retailers, is just moments away from Westgate real estate. Fashion retailers in Bramalea City Centre include big-name favourites such as Forever 21, Gap, American Eagle Outfitters, H&M, and Old Navy. There is also a large selection of restaurants and fast food, ranging from sushi to chocolate shops.  Trinity Common Mall (Great Lakes Drive) is also nearby, and features shops such as Tommy Hilfiger, Claire’s, and Staples.

For a local shopping experience, the Downtown Brampton shopping district is centred at Queen Street and Main Street, a stone’s throw from Westgate. There are over three hundred charming shops and restaurants to explore in Downtown Brampton, not to mention an excellent theatre district.

There are a wide variety of educational options available to Westgate families, both secular and religious. Elementary schools in Westgate include Russell D. Barber Public School (255 North Park Drive) and St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Separate School (550 North Park Drive). One secondary school option is the North Park Secondary School (10 North Park Drive).

There are many ways to spend the afternoon in Westgate’s many parks. Parks near Westgate real estate include tennis courts, basketball courts, trails for running and walking, and playground equipment for kids.  Because Westgate is only minutes away from Downtown Brampton, Westgate families have access to all of Brampton’s many yearly festivals and events, as well as its arts and theatre culture.