Is Newmarket a good place to live?
Yes. Newmarket is one of the best-value places to live in York Region. It has a lively historic Main Street, a major regional hospital, GO trains and Viva rapid transit, and the lowest detached benchmark of York Region’s larger towns, at about $1.07 million in September 2026.
- Best for: families and first-time buyers who want York Region schools and amenities at a lower price; health-care workers near Southlake.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): $959,500 composite; detached $1,074,200; townhouse $682,100; condo $462,400 (TRREB MLS® HPI).
- Getting downtown: about 60–70 minutes from Newmarket GO to Union Station on the Barrie line.
- Neighbourhoods to know: Main Street / Old Newmarket, Stonehaven-Wyndham, Summerhill Estates, Glenway, Woodland Hill and Armitage.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About Newmarket, Ontario
Newmarket grew around the Holland River and its historic Main Street, which today is one of York Region’s liveliest heritage downtowns, with restaurants, patios and Riverwalk Commons.
The town is a regional hub for health care, government and shopping. Southlake Regional Health Centre, York Region’s administrative centre and Upper Canada Mall are all here.
Newmarket was one of the first York Region towns with dedicated rapid-transit lanes: Viva rapidways run along both Yonge Street and Davis Drive, connecting to the GO train and bus terminals.
| Fact | Newmarket |
|---|---|
| Population (2021 Census) | 87,942 |
| Region | York Region (regional seat) |
| Area | About 38 km² |
| Benchmark price, all homes (Sept 2026) | $959,500 |
| Benchmark price, detached (Sept 2026) | $1,074,200 |
| GO | Newmarket GO (Barrie line), Newmarket GO bus terminal |
| Rapid transit | Viva Blue and Yellow rapidways |
| Major highways | 404, Yonge Street, Davis Drive |
| Hospital | Southlake Regional Health Centre |
📍 Newmarket, York Region, Ontario
Newmarket Neighbourhood Guide
Main Street / Old Newmarket
The streets around historic Main Street have Victorian and early-20th-century homes, an easy walk to restaurants, Riverwalk Commons, Fairy Lake and the GO station.
- Main Street restaurants and patios
- Riverwalk Commons events
- Fairy Lake and Tom Taylor Trail
- Newmarket GO station nearby
Stonehaven-Wyndham
Stonehaven-Wyndham in northeast Newmarket is known for larger executive homes, quiet crescents and access to Highway 404.
- Larger lots and executive homes
- Quick access to Highway 404
- Parks and trails
- Popular with move-up buyers
Summerhill Estates / Woodland Hill
Summerhill Estates and Woodland Hill on the west side are newer family subdivisions with parks, schools and quick access to Yonge Street shopping.
- 1990s–2000s construction
- Close to Upper Canada Mall
- Parks and elementary schools
- Mix of freehold towns and detached
Glenway / Armitage
Glenway, built around a former golf course, and Armitage in the south end are established neighbourhoods with mature trees and larger lots.
- Mature trees and larger lots
- Close to Aurora and Yonge Street
- Ravine and trail access
- Good mix of home styles
Yonge & Davis / Southlake area
The Yonge and Davis corridors are Newmarket’s growth areas, with new condos along the Viva rapidways and close to Southlake Regional Health Centre.
- Viva rapidways on Yonge and Davis
- Walk to Southlake hospital
- Newmarket GO bus terminal
- Most affordable entry point
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street / Old Newmarket | walkability and character | Heritage detached, towns | Mid |
| Stonehaven-Wyndham | larger executive homes | Large detached homes | Upper |
| Summerhill Estates / Woodland Hill | young families | Detached, semis, towns | Mid to upper |
| Glenway / Armitage | established family streets | Detached homes | Mid to upper |
| Yonge & Davis / Southlake area | condo buyers and health-care workers | Condos, towns, older detached | Entry |
Newmarket Demographics
Who lives in Newmarket?
Newmarket draws families priced out of southern York Region, health-care workers at Southlake, government employees and commuters. It is increasingly diverse, with growing South Asian, Chinese-Canadian, Iranian-Canadian and Caribbean communities.
Growth and housing demand
Newmarket is close to built out, so most growth is mid- and high-rise housing along the Yonge Street and Davis Drive rapidways and around the GO station. Prices fell about 9% year over year by September 2026, one of the larger drops in York Region.
Schools in Newmarket
Public and Catholic schools
Newmarket High School
Public secondary · central NewmarketConfirm catchment with YRDSBHuron Heights Secondary School
Public secondary · east NewmarketConfirm catchment with YRDSBDr. John M. Denison Secondary School
Public secondary · south NewmarketConfirm catchment with YRDSBSir William Mulock Secondary School
Public secondary · north NewmarketConfirm catchment with YRDSBSacred Heart Catholic High School
Catholic secondary · NewmarketConfirm catchment with YCDSBPickering College
Independent day and boarding schoolConfirm catchment with the school directly| Board | System |
|---|---|
| York Region District School Board (YRDSB) | English public |
| York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) | English Catholic |
| Conseil scolaire Viamonde | French public |
| Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir | French Catholic |
Colleges and universities nearby
Seneca Polytechnic’s King campus is about 20 minutes away. York University and Seneca Newnham are reachable by GO train or Highway 404.
Transit and Getting Around Newmarket
Newmarket GO station
Barrie line trains run from Newmarket GO to Union Station. GO buses also leave from the Newmarket terminal at Yonge and Davis.
Viva rapidways
Dedicated bus lanes on Yonge Street and Davis Drive connect Newmarket to Richmond Hill, Finch station and Highway 404.
Highway 404
Highway 404 runs along the east side of town. Downtown Toronto is about 50–75 minutes by car.
Approximate commute times from Newmarket
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station (GO) | 60–70 min | Barrie GO from Newmarket |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 50–75 min | Highway 404 / DVP |
| Finch station (Line 1) | 45–60 min | Viva Blue |
| Pearson Airport | 35–45 min | Highway 404 / 407 |
| Aurora | 10 min | Drive or Viva Blue |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in Newmarket
Parks & Nature
- Fairy Lake Park
- Tom Taylor Trail
- Mabel Davis Conservation Area
- George Richardson Park
- Nokiidaa Trail
Shopping
- Upper Canada Mall
- Main Street Newmarket
- Yonge Street plazas
- Newmarket Farmers’ Market
- Davis Drive retail
Recreation
- Magna Centre
- Ray Twinney Recreation Complex
- Newmarket Community Centre
- Old Town Hall events
- Golf nearby
Culture & Food
- Riverwalk Commons concerts and skating
- Main Street restaurants and patios
- Newmarket Theatre
- Elman W. Campbell Museum
- Jazz+ Festival
Newmarket Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $959,500 |
| Detached | $1,074,200 |
| Semi-detached | $788,600 |
| Townhouse | $682,100 |
| Condo apartment | $462,400 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | -9.03% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
Detached homes in Newmarket typically cost several hundred thousand dollars less than similar homes in Richmond Hill, Vaughan or Markham, which is why many families move here.
Condos along the Yonge and Davis rapidways had a September 2026 benchmark of about $462,400, among the lowest in York Region.
Pros and cons of living in Newmarket
Pros
- Best detached value among York Region’s larger towns
- Lively historic Main Street
- Southlake hospital and regional services
- GO trains plus Viva rapidways
- Strong trail and park network
Cons
- Longer commute to downtown Toronto
- GO train service mostly peak-direction
- Highway 404 congestion southbound
- Fewer luxury options than southern York
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Frequently Asked Questions About Newmarket
Yes. Newmarket is a good place to live, especially for families who want York Region amenities at a lower price. It has a historic Main Street, Southlake hospital, GO trains, Viva rapid transit and lots of parks and trails.
In September 2026, the MLS® Home Price Index benchmark for all home types in Newmarket was $959,500. By type: detached $1,074,200, semi-detached $788,600, townhouse $682,100 and condo apartment $462,400 (TRREB).
Yes. In September 2026 the detached benchmark was $1,074,200 in Newmarket versus $1,307,600 in Aurora, and the composite benchmark was $959,500 versus $1,106,800 (TRREB MLS® HPI).
About 60 to 70 minutes on the Barrie GO line from Newmarket GO to Union Station. Driving downtown takes about 50 to 75 minutes via Highway 404.
Stonehaven-Wyndham for executive homes, Summerhill Estates and Woodland Hill for young families, Glenway for established streets, and the Main Street area for walkability and character homes.
Yes. Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket is a major regional hospital known for its cardiac and cancer programs.
Public high schools include Newmarket High School, Huron Heights, Dr. John M. Denison and Sir William Mulock; Sacred Heart is the Catholic high school; and Pickering College is a well-known independent school.
Newmarket offers lower entry prices than southern York Region, steady demand from Southlake and regional employers, and transit along Yonge and Davis. Prices fell about 9% year over year in 2026, so buyers have more negotiating room.
Last updated October 2026. Written by Damali Thomas and Desemal Thomas, Realtors, and Jermaine Whyte, Mortgage Agent Level 2, at the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage. Data: Statistics Canada 2021 Census; TRREB MLS® HPI; Metrolinx; local school boards.
