What’s It Like?
People that live in Whitby never want to leave! The town offers the best lifestyle opportunities for anyone wanting to be in Durham Region. A favourite for families, there are many great schools including Trafalgar Castle Private School, sports teams, and athletic facilities.
It’s also home to the Lynde Shores Conservation Area, and the tranquil Therma Spa. The downtown is being revitalized with condos, restaurants, and pubs. Go Transit is highly accessible, so commuting is simple. Before leaving Whitby, visitors should see the Whitby Marina Lighthouse, and Lynde House Museum.
Brooklin is a prestigious community within Whitby with a distinct character. Here there are a blend of older and newer homes. Downtown Brooklin is highly walkable, and a designated heritage district. The nearby area of Ashburn offers rural living with easy access to 407, nearby ski hills, and an impressive collection of luxury properties. While most residents have personal vehicles, municipal transit and GO Transit service the entire city.
Top Schools in Whitby
- Williamsburg Public School
- Whitby Shores Public School
- St. Paul Catholic School
- St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic School
- Jack Miner Public School
Whitby Homes
Whitby is home to excellent waterfront communities with a blend of detached houses, semi-detached homes, townhomes, and condos. Detached homes usually sell at around $1M, while semi-detached properties sell around $900,000, townhomes in the mid $800,000s, and condo townhomes/apartments go for around the mid $700,000s/$575,000.
