Is King a good place to live?
King Township is the GTA’s top choice for country estate living close to the city. It offers large lots, horse farms and three small villages (King City, Nobleton and Schomberg) on the Oak Ridges Moraine, with a GO station in King City. It is the most expensive municipality in York Region: the typical detached home was about $1.74 million in September 2026.
- Best for: buyers who want land, privacy and a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Toronto; families using private schools.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): $1,529,300 composite; detached $1,739,800 (TRREB MLS® HPI).
- Getting downtown: about 45–55 minutes from King City GO to Union Station on the Barrie line.
- Communities to know: King City, Nobleton, Schomberg, Kettleby and the Holland Marsh.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About King Township, Ontario
Most of King lies on the protected Oak Ridges Moraine and in the Greenbelt, which keeps it largely rural: rolling hills, forests, farms, horse properties and golf courses. Its three main villages are King City, Nobleton and Schomberg.
In the north, the Holland Marsh is one of Canada’s most productive farming areas, often called Ontario’s “salad bowl.” The south end, around King City, is home to estate subdivisions and some of the GTA’s most valuable properties.
King is also home to Seneca Polytechnic’s King campus and several well-known independent schools, including The Country Day School and Villanova College.
| Fact | King |
|---|---|
| Population (2021 Census) | 27,333 |
| Region | York Region |
| Area | About 333 km² |
| Benchmark price, all homes (Sept 2026) | $1,529,300 |
| Benchmark price, detached (Sept 2026) | $1,739,800 |
| GO station | King City GO (Barrie line) |
| Major highways | 400, Highway 9, Highway 27 |
| Villages | King City, Nobleton, Schomberg |
📍 King, York Region, Ontario
King Neighbourhood Guide
King City
King City is the township’s largest village, with a small main street on Keele Street, the King City GO station and some of the GTA’s most exclusive estate neighbourhoods.
- King City GO station
- Keele Street village shops
- Estate subdivisions and large lots
- Close to Highway 400
Nobleton
Nobleton in the southwest is a growing village with newer family homes, larger lots and quick access to Vaughan and Highway 27.
- Village core on King Road
- Nobleton Arena and parks
- Close to Kleinburg and Vaughan
- Larger lots than most of the GTA
Schomberg
Schomberg in the north is a heritage village with a historic Main Street, the Schomberg Fair and quick access to Highway 9 and the 400.
- Historic Main Street
- Schomberg Fair
- Highway 9 and 400 access
- More affordable than King City
Rural King / Kettleby / Holland Marsh
Outside the villages, King offers acreage, horse farms and country estates, plus the agricultural Holland Marsh in the north.
- Acreage and equestrian properties
- Greenbelt and Moraine protection
- Kettleby hamlet
- Holland Marsh farmland
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| King City | estate living with GO access | Estate and large detached homes | Luxury |
| Nobleton | families wanting a village | Detached homes on larger lots | Upper |
| Schomberg | small-town heritage living | Older detached, some newer | Mid to upper |
| Rural King / Kettleby / Holland Marsh | acreage and horse properties | Farms, estates, rural homes | Upper to luxury |
King Demographics
Who lives in King?
King attracts established families, executives, business owners and equestrian enthusiasts who want space and privacy close to the city. It has some of the highest household incomes in Ontario.
Growth and housing demand
Because most of King is protected by the Greenbelt and the Oak Ridges Moraine plan, growth is limited to the villages. That scarcity supports prices, although the luxury market slowed in 2026, with prices down about 8% year over year.
Schools in King
Public and Catholic schools
King City Secondary School
Public secondary · King CityConfirm catchment with YRDSBKing City Public School
Public elementary · King CityConfirm catchment with YRDSBNobleton Public School
Public elementary · NobletonConfirm catchment with YRDSBSchomberg Public School
Public elementary · SchombergConfirm catchment with YRDSBThe Country Day School
Independent co-ed schoolConfirm catchment with the school directlyVillanova College
Independent Catholic 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 in King Township, on Dufferin Street near Lake Seneca. York University is about 25 minutes south.
Transit and Getting Around King
King City GO station
Barrie line trains run from King City GO to Union Station, one of the fastest rural-to-downtown commutes in the GTA.
Highways
Highway 400 runs north–south through King, with Highway 9 in the north and Highway 27 in the west. Pearson Airport is about 30–40 minutes away.
Local transit
YRT service is limited in King, so most residents drive. Some routes connect King City to Vaughan and Richmond Hill.
Approximate commute times from King
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station (GO) | 45–55 min | Barrie GO from King City |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 45–70 min | Highway 400 |
| Vaughan Metropolitan Centre | 20–25 min | Highway 400 |
| Pearson Airport | 30–40 min | Highway 400 / 427 |
| Aurora | 15–20 min | King Road / Bloomington |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in King
Parks & Nature
- Cold Creek Conservation Area
- Oak Ridges Trail
- Happy Valley Forest
- Seneca King campus trails
- Holland Marsh
Villages & Shopping
- King City Keele Street shops
- Nobleton village
- Schomberg Main Street
- Farm stands in the Holland Marsh
- Vaughan and Aurora shopping nearby
Recreation
- King City Arena
- Trisan Centre (Schomberg)
- Nobleton Arena
- Golf clubs across the township
- Equestrian centres
Culture & Events
- King Heritage & Cultural Centre
- Schomberg Fair
- Holland Marsh Soup Fest
- Eaton Hall (Seneca King)
- King Township Public Library
King Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $1,529,300 |
| Detached | $1,739,800 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | -8.03% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. TRREB reports only limited benchmarks for other home types in King because of low sales volumes. Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
Because King has few townhouses or condos, the market is almost entirely detached and estate homes. Prices vary hugely by lot size, so the benchmark is only a starting point.
Schomberg and parts of Nobleton offer the most accessible prices, while King City estates and acreage properties set the top of the market.
Pros and cons of living in King
Pros
- Country living close to Toronto
- Large lots, estates and equestrian properties
- King City GO station
- Protected Greenbelt and Moraine land
- Well-known independent schools
Cons
- Highest home prices in York Region
- Very limited transit outside King City
- Few condos, townhouses or rentals
- Shopping and services require a drive
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Frequently Asked Questions About King
Yes, if you want space and privacy. King City offers estate homes, large lots, a small village core and a GO station with direct trains to Union. It is expensive and car-dependent, so it suits buyers with larger budgets who value country living.
In September 2026, the MLS® Home Price Index benchmark for all home types in King was $1,529,300 and the detached benchmark was $1,739,800, the highest in York Region (TRREB).
King Township includes the villages of King City, Nobleton and Schomberg, the hamlet of Kettleby, and rural areas including part of the Holland Marsh.
About 45 to 55 minutes on the Barrie GO line from King City GO to Union Station. Driving downtown via Highway 400 takes about 45 to 70 minutes.
Most of King is protected by the Greenbelt and the Oak Ridges Moraine plan, which limits new development. Combined with large lots, estate homes and proximity to Toronto, that scarcity keeps prices high.
King City Secondary School and several public elementary schools serve the township, along with independent schools such as The Country Day School and Villanova College.
Mostly, yes. King covers about 333 km², most of it farmland, forest and estate properties, with development concentrated in King City, Nobleton and Schomberg.
No. King City is the largest village within King Township. The township also includes Nobleton, Schomberg, Kettleby and surrounding rural areas.
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.
