Is Unionville a good place to live?
Yes. Unionville is one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in the GTA, especially for families. It pairs a heritage village and ravine parks with highly ranked schools, a GO station and quick access to Highways 404 and 407. Unionville is part of the City of Markham, where the typical detached home was about $1.44 million in September 2026. Detached homes in Unionville’s top school catchments usually sell above that.
- Best for: school-focused families, move-up buyers and anyone who wants village charm close to Markham’s tech and business hub.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): Markham composite benchmark $1,052,500; detached $1,441,700; townhouse $731,700 (TRREB MLS® HPI). TRREB does not publish a separate Unionville index.
- Getting downtown: about 45–60 minutes to Union Station on the Stouffville GO line from Unionville station.
- Areas to know: Main Street Unionville, the Toogood Pond area, Upper Unionville, South Unionville and the condos of Downtown Markham next door.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About Unionville, Ontario
Unionville was founded in 1794 by German settlers brought to the area by William Berczy. The village grew around a grist mill on Bruce Creek, and its name comes from the Union Mills, built in 1839 and named for the union of Upper and Lower Canada. The old mill pond is now Toogood Pond, one of Markham’s favourite walking spots.
Main Street Unionville is a heritage conservation district lined with 19th-century homes turned into shops, restaurants and pubs. The Varley Art Gallery, named for Group of Seven painter Frederick Varley, who lived on Main Street, sits at its north end. The street even stood in for Stars Hollow in the first season of Gilmore Girls.
Around the village, Unionville filled in with family subdivisions from the 1970s onward. Today it sits beside Downtown Markham, the city’s new urban centre, and close to the York University Markham Campus, CF Markville and the Highway 404 tech corridor.
| Fact | Unionville |
|---|---|
| Municipality | City of Markham, York Region |
| Founded | 1794 |
| Heritage district | Main Street Unionville |
| Benchmark price, Markham (Sept 2026) | $1,052,500 |
| Benchmark price, Markham detached (Sept 2026) | $1,441,700 |
| GO station | Unionville (Stouffville line) |
| Major highways | 407 ETR, 404, Highway 7 |
| School boards | YRDSB, YCDSB, Viamonde, MonAvenir |
📍 Unionville, York Region, Ontario
Unionville Neighbourhood Guide
Main Street Unionville
The historic village around Main Street and Toogood Pond. Homes are rare and heritage rules apply, but you can walk to shops, restaurants, the gallery and festivals.
- Walk to Main Street, the bandstand and Toogood Pond
- Heritage permits needed for exterior changes
- Unionville GO a short walk south
- Very limited supply
Old Unionville
Established family streets around the village, built mostly from the 1970s to the 1990s. Demand is driven by school catchments, including Unionville High School and its Arts Unionville program.
- Mature trees and generous lots
- Close to Unionville High School and Bill Crothers
- Popular for renovations and rebuilds
- Confirm catchment before you buy
Upper Unionville
A newer luxury enclave in north Unionville with large executive homes, quiet crescents and ravine and park space.
- Large custom and executive homes
- Quiet, low-traffic streets
- Close to Highway 404 and Kennedy Road
- Some of Markham’s highest prices
South Unionville
Newer subdivisions south of Highway 7 near Kennedy Road, close to Downtown Markham, the Viva rapidway and Highway 407.
- Newer construction and layouts
- Walk or bus to Downtown Markham
- Quick access to the 407
- Freehold towns at lower entry points
Downtown Markham (next door)
The new urban core just southwest of Unionville, with condos, restaurants, Cineplex, the Markham Pan Am Centre and the York University Markham Campus.
- Most affordable way into the area
- Viva Highway 7 rapidway
- Markham Pan Am Centre and York University
- Walk to restaurants and entertainment
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Unionville | heritage village living | Heritage homes, infill, a few towns | Premium |
| Old Unionville | top school catchments | Detached homes, 1970s–90s | Premium |
| Upper Unionville | luxury homes | Large newer detached homes | Luxury |
| South Unionville | newer family homes | Detached, semis, freehold towns | Upper |
| Downtown Markham (next door) | condo buyers | Condos and stacked towns | Entry to mid |
Unionville Demographics
Who lives in Unionville?
Unionville draws families who put schools first, professionals working in Markham’s tech, finance and health sectors, and downsizers who want to stay near the village. Like the rest of Markham it is very diverse, with large Chinese-Canadian and South Asian communities.
Growth and housing demand
The village and established neighbourhoods are largely built out and protected, so supply of detached homes stays tight. Most new housing nearby is condos and townhouses in Downtown Markham and along Highway 7. That keeps detached prices in Unionville’s best school catchments among the highest in York Region.
Schools in Unionville
Public and Catholic schools
Unionville High School
Public secondary · Arts Unionville programConfirm catchment with YRDSBBill Crothers Secondary School
Public secondary · sports-focused programConfirm catchment with YRDSBMarkville Secondary School
Public secondary · central MarkhamConfirm catchment with YRDSBSt. Augustine Catholic High School
Catholic secondary · north Unionville areaConfirm catchment with YCDSBWilliam Berczy Public School
Public elementary · UnionvilleConfirm catchment with YRDSBParkview Public School
Public elementary · UnionvilleConfirm catchment with YRDSB| 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
The York University Markham Campus is in Downtown Markham, minutes from Unionville. Seneca Polytechnic’s Markham campus, the University of Toronto Scarborough and York University’s Keele campus are all within commuting distance.
Transit and Getting Around Unionville
GO Train: Unionville station
Unionville GO station, south of Main Street, connects to Union Station. Service is expanding toward all-day, two-way trains.
Viva Highway 7 rapidway
Dedicated bus lanes on Highway 7 link Unionville and Downtown Markham to Richmond Hill Centre and Cornell.
York Region Transit
Local routes feed Unionville GO and connect to TTC subway stations at Finch and Don Mills.
Highways
Highway 407 runs along the south edge and Highway 404 is a few minutes west. Downtown Toronto is about 35–60 minutes by car.
Approximate commute times from Unionville
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station (GO) | 45–60 min | Stouffville GO from Unionville |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 35–60 min | Highway 404 / DVP |
| Downtown Markham | 5–10 min | Drive or Viva |
| Pearson Airport | 30–40 min | Highway 407 ETR |
| Richmond Hill Centre | 15–20 min | Viva Highway 7 |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in Unionville
Parks & Nature
- Toogood Pond Park
- Rouge River and Bruce Creek trails
- Unionville Millennium Bandstand park
- Milne Dam Conservation Park
- Rouge National Urban Park (15 min)
Shopping
- Main Street Unionville shops
- CF Markville
- Downtown Markham
- First Markham Place
- Pacific Mall (15 min)
Recreation
- Crosby Memorial Arena
- Markham Pan Am Centre
- Unionville library branch
- Stiver Mill farmers’ market
- Angus Glen Golf Club nearby
Culture & Food
- Varley Art Gallery
- Unionville Festival
- Thursday nights at the bandstand
- Main Street pubs and restaurants
- Highway 7 Asian dining
Unionville Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $1,052,500 |
| Detached | $1,441,700 |
| Semi-detached | $1,032,900 |
| Townhouse | $731,700 |
| Condo apartment | $517,200 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | -6.02% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. TRREB does not publish a separate index for Unionville. The table and first chart show the City of Markham; detached homes in Unionville’s top school catchments usually sell above the Markham benchmark. Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
Detached homes in Old Unionville and Upper Unionville usually trade well above the Markham benchmark because of school catchments and lot sizes. South Unionville offers newer freehold homes, and condos in Downtown Markham are the most affordable way into the area.
With prices down from their peak, buyers have more choice than they have had in years. We help clients check catchments, compare recent sales on the same streets and decide whether a renovation or rebuild makes sense.
Pros and cons of living in Unionville
Pros
- Some of Ontario’s highest-ranked public schools
- Heritage Main Street and Toogood Pond
- Unionville GO and the Viva rapidway
- Minutes from Downtown Markham and the 404 tech corridor
- Strong long-term demand
Cons
- Among the highest prices in York Region
- Very limited supply in the village
- Highway 7 and 404 traffic at rush hour
- Heritage rules on village renovations
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unionville
Yes. Unionville is one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in the GTA, with a heritage Main Street, Toogood Pond, highly ranked schools and a GO station. The main downside is price, since detached homes in top school catchments are among the most expensive in York Region.
Yes. Unionville is a community within the City of Markham, not a separate town. Property taxes and city services are run by Markham.
TRREB does not publish a separate Unionville index. In September 2026, the MLS® Home Price Index benchmark for all home types in Markham was $1,052,500, and the detached benchmark was $1,441,700. Detached homes in Unionville’s top school catchments usually sell above those figures.
Unionville High School (with its Arts Unionville program), Bill Crothers Secondary School and Markville Secondary School are the main public high schools, and St. Augustine Catholic High School is the main Catholic option. Always confirm catchment with the school board for the exact address.
The Stouffville GO train takes about 45 to 60 minutes from Unionville station to Union Station. Driving downtown via Highway 404 and the Don Valley Parkway takes about 35 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic.
Yes. Main Street Unionville stood in for the fictional town of Stars Hollow in the first season of Gilmore Girls, and the street still draws visitors and film crews today.
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.
