Funny thing happened to me about 7 years ago....I met my husband. Now that isn't the funny part just so you know.
When I first spoke with him, I asked him where he lived; at the time I lived in Lindsay which is north east of Uxbridgeby about 45 minutes. He repied Uxbridge--Ok--so I drove down which seemed like an eternity to a town which had multiple names for the same streets and if you drove too far you passed it. Little did I know that I would fall in love with the town or for that matter him. I was shocked to find out the gas stations where not open then on Sundays, what only one street was your downtown core? Wholly Cow! And get this it was busy with people browsing the shops dispite the new Walmart.
Eventually we married, 5 kids between us full time. I enrolled as a Cub leader, now a ScoutLeader for Uxbridge (which for those who know me 7 years ago this was unfathomable). Why? Well who thaught I would get married, more kids, move again, and oh my goodness the small town. Where is the night life? I became enchanted. Scouts has taught me patience and how to have fun, this small town; Uxbridge, has taught me to SLOW DOWN.
People who enjoy horses (equestrian) love Uxbridge for this reason as they have places to ride. Did I mention Snow Mobiles? Well hook up to the trails they go north to Fenlon Falls and beyond. Yes we have lots of snow. Do you enjoy skiing? Ski Lakeridge or Dagmar both are running full swing...perfect for March break Durham District School board... What about Camps...Camp Samac in Oshawa offers a Summer camp.
Uxbridge is a huge hockey town, you see the kids (of all ages) skating and playing hockey on open ponds right in town! Tell me where else do you find that? Elgin Pond has 2 rinks that get checked frequently.
House prices in Uxbridge: in town ranges from $230000 to $600000 Estate and Rural homes from$500000 to approx $1600000+
I would love to help you find that dream home. Uxbridge is 20 minutes to Stouffville, 20 minutes to Whitby, 30 minutes to Markham, 10 minutes to Port Perry, 45 minutes to Lindsay and Oshawa, http://mapq.st/fs2Dj8
I have been helping/selling real estate for over 10 years, so, when looking for a Realtor ask for references.
Funny Thing, I fell in love with the little town. Now when I last spoke (wrote) about Uxbridge, I found it difficult to tell you why. That being said I have a series of videos so you can somewhat see what I mean.
Uxbridge is a small community just north of Pickering and Whitby by 20 minutes, it is just east of Port Perry by 5 minutes and 20-25 minutes to Markham and Newmarket. Davis Drive is a major road for commuters here as is Bloomington Rd (highway 47/Toronto St).
We have a lovely downtown core which is pleasant to walk around and perhaps you can come in the summer by the Historical Stouffville/Uxbridge Train. Many people do. Uxbridge was home to Lucy Maud Montgomery and was founded my the Quakers. Uxbridge is twinned with Catawissa Pennysilvania. We have a wonderful hospital with caring doctors/nurses., professional offices, and great trails for you hikers. Did you know Uxbridge is the offical Trial Capital of Canada?
If you are looking to get out of the hustle and bustle but be close enough to commute this is the town for you!
Part of the Series of Videos in Uxbridge, Ontario showing the Historic Railway and Victorian style of construction.
One of the main pieces of History in Uxbridge is the Joseph Gould Institute circa 1887.(Uxbridge Library). The history goes back to the mid 1800 and instead of blathering on I will give you the link...click here
It was the perfect day to take photos and as I did I was reminded why I enjoy this small community...the people and the tranquility! As I was shooting I had the opportunity to meet great people who wondered what the heck I was doing...although in Uxbridge you will frequently find people out taking photographs.
Part 2 of the Series, Once, Twice, Three times , I hope you enjoy this as I enjoyed bringing it to you.
Once, Twice Three times a Charm. Touring Uxbridge
A picture is worth a thousand words. A tour is has little words but gives you an insite to what makes Uxbridge, Ontario the community people love to call home.
Uxbridge is one of the highest elevated communities in Uxbridge, giving you breathtaking view, enjoy them. You will see, Quaker Hill located at Concession 6 and Durham Rd. 8 - the historic buildings, senery and the homes located in the background. To the north of Durham Rd. 8 (Brock St) is an area called Quaker Village. This established area is approximately 20 years old, with Victorian Replicas . Schools for this area are Quaker Village Public School, St. Joesph Catholic School, and Uxbridge Secondary School. French Immerison is available at Uxbridge Public School which is located near thehospital. Mason Homes was built less than 5 years old is is just to the north/east of Quaker. Houses in this subdivision range up to approximately $550,000.
Lincon Homes: The area further East is a little older being approximately 20-25 years old with the exception of the historic homes in the area. Same school district. Homes in this area vary, we have ranch bungalows, detached two storey, old victorian homes circa 1900's and semi-detached. Pricing goes from $300000 to $550 000.
To the South of Brock Street are two subdivisions. Butternut and Doble Homes. Butternut consists of lovely semi detached, towns, and detached homes. There is a new Retirement home located right at D.8. Doble homes is well established, there you will find detached homes, condominium townhouses, two storeys and back splits, and raised bungalows. Pricing is similar to the previous area.
Central area, the hospital zone, has lovely starter homes, circa 1960s-70s.
North in town, Large lots, several styles, approx 25+/- years old, ie: Young &, North Streets.
Hot spots Century home seekers are your 1st, 2nd, 3rd street area. Homes in this subdivision seldom are available but are highly sought after.
Barton Farms is approximately 7 years old with new homes just finished. Mostly 2 storey homes, Park nearby and Soccer Fields/Conservation Area. Homes go from mid $300000 and up. Schools for this area are Joesph Gould Public School, Uxbridge Secondary School. Catholic School is the same for all of Uxbridge. Should your youth want to continue in the Seperate school for high school they get bused out otherwise they go to Uxbridge Secondary School.
Estates of Avonlea (Coral Creek Homes) are built by Fabio Furlan, excellent quality homes, mostly brick construction, large lot sizes, park, ball dimond, school right around the corner. The homes in this subdivison are two storey and bunglow style and sell up to $540000.
Testa subdivison is to the South Coral Creek and Reach. Variety of homes here! Bungalows, 2 storey, split level homes. Same school zone, area here is short jaunt to trails, Elgin Park. Sell range here is mid $300000 to mid $400000
Campbell Drive, to the west of the hospital has oversized large lots, with homes that are for those who are looking for green space, tranquility and larger homes. In this area you will find Heathwood homes who have built homes adjoining Campbell Drive to Cemetary Rd. Seldom do homes appear for sale on Cemetary Road. Sought after area.
Wooden Sticks, your thinking golf right? Well yes, but across the street is Wooden Sticks Estates. Large homes, some backing onto green space, hooked onto the Trails of Uxbridge,Elgin Park, again a well sought after neighbourhood. Pricing starts around the $500000.
To recieve homes for sale or just curious what your property is worth feel free to call me at 416-803-7556 or email me at houseandhomegta@gmail.com .
Funny thing happened to me about 7 years ago....I met my husband. Now that isn't the funny part just so you know.
