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Aurora Estate

History of Aurora Estate

James Lloyd became the known landowner in this region. He belonged to a group of Quaker families who migrated to Canada during the 1800s. Apart, from being a landowner Lloyd held the role of a father to nine children. His sons were known for their qualities, including integrity. Among them were a Justice of the peace a doctor, a dentist, a politician and even a mounted police officer.

Lifestyle

Yonge Street, known as the Main Street, in Aurora offers a range of shopping options. There are shopping plazas for you to choose from. One of them is the Aurora Shopping Centre situated at 14800 Yonge Street, which houses than thirty merchants, including a supermarket. Another option is the Smart Centres Aurora located at 14760 Yonge Street, where you can find stores, like Winners and State & Main Kitchen & Bar.

Aurora Estate

Aurora Estates as the name suggests is a cluster of communities situated on the outskirts of the breathtaking Oak Ridges Moraine. The two notable neighbourhoods, in this area are Hunters Glen, located to the east off Yonge Street and Elderberry Trail situated to the west off Yonge Street.

These communities boast gated mansions nestled on wooded lots. Aurora Estates shares its border with Richmond Hill municipality. Towards the part of this neighbourhood you’ll find Beacon Hall Golf Club and the historic Aurora Cemetery.

Within this neighbourhood there are institutions discreetly tucked away on roads including Willows Estate Nursing Home, Ontario Provincial Police Highway Safety Division headquarters Ontario Streams management office, Service Ontario government office, York Catholic District School Board facilities along with Cardinal Carter Catholic High School and Child Care Centre. Additionally you will find E’cole Secondaire Catholique Renaissance.

Aurora Estates also includes signature communities such, as Allure At The Gates of Aurora Wycliffe Gardens, Beacon Hall Ascot Park Elderberry Hill and Renaissance. Soon to join this mix are Princeton Heights—a collection of custom estate homes—and Le Triomphe—a luxury boutique condominium inspired by design.

Transit

In this area you’ll find a total of 109 transit stops. The majority of people who live here rely on vehicles, for their commute with many traveling to neighboring cities.

Destination of Residents Commute

  • Commute within the city – 27%
  • Commute to another city – 72%

Various Modes of Commuting

  • Vehicle – 90%
  • Transit – 8%
  • Walk/bike – 1%

Duration of Residents Commutes

  • 15 to 29 minutes – 23%
  • 30 to 44 minutes – 23%
  • 45 to 59 minutes – 13%
  • 60 minutes and over – 17%
  • Less than 15 minutes – 23%

Aurora Estates Elementary, Secondary High Schools

Aurora Estates boasts elementary and secondary schools, as well, as special programs for both levels. The community is served by a total of 6 schools and 7 Catholic schools. These schools offer programs such, as Advanced Placement, French Immersion and International Baccalaureate.

  • Public Schools: 6
  • Catholic Schools: 7

Public

  • Highview PS
  • ÉS Norval-Morrisseau
  • Académie de la Moraine
  • Lester B. Pearson PS
  • Dr. G.W. Williams SS
  • Aurora Grove PS

Catholic

  • St. Joseph Catholic ES
  • ÉSC Renaissance
  • Light of Christ Catholic ES
  • ÉÉC Saint-Jean
  • Holy Spirit Catholic ES
  • St. Maximilian Kolbe HS
  • Cardinal Carter Catholic SS

Aurora Estates Parks & Facilities

It’s quite enjoyable to spend time at the parks around here. In Aurora Estates the parks offer playgrounds, for children. This neighbourhood has a total of three parks, with a total of six facilities. On average each park has around two facilities.

  • Number of Parks: 3
  • Number of Recreation Facilities: 6

Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks

  • Playgrounds – 2
  • Pool – 1
  • Golf Course – 1
  • Driving Range – 1
  • Trail – 1

Aurora Estates Homes

Aurora Estates boasts the concentration of luxurious estate homes, in the town of Aurora. Many of these homes are nestled on one or two acre lots, surrounded by trees and perched on a hill offering breathtaking views of the serene countryside. The architectural styles vary from Neo Classical to Georgian and Colonial Revival with influences ranging from French Chateau to English Manor Style and Palladian designs.

These exquisite residences often include a library or office on the floor a home theater, a wine cellar, integrated home automation systems well as multiple garages either attached or built in. The beautiful lots are shaped by the rolling hills and verdant forests of the Oak Ridges Moraine region creating a setting for these homes.

The former Highland Gate Golf Course is undergoing a transformation, into a residential community known as Allegro. This community will comprise 159 homes. Will feature walking trails. These spacious properties will be situated on 50 and 60 foot lots enveloped by trees that were preserved from the golf courses landscape. These luxury abodes will showcase 10 foot ceilings. Incorporate eco friendly features to promote sustainability.

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