In recent years, a growing number of Families have been favoring life in an urban condo over a house in the suburbs. Yet, suburbanites vehemently proclaim that the suburbs are more suitable place to raise a family. But how true is that clean? Let’s have a closer look.

Quality Time

It isn’t uncommon for GTA residents to spend between 30 minutes and an hour commuting each way to work. Over the course of a year, that adds up to days spent away from the home, sitting in your car. We’ve often heard parents complain that they barely get to see their young children during the week because they get home shortly before their bedtime.

With a condo in Liberty Village or another part of the city, that commuting time is cut down dramatically. Plus, with the nearby public transportation options, there’s no need to use the car at all.

Significant Cost Savings

When living in a condo downtown, not only will you find that you use your car far less, you may find it unnecessary to have it at all, particularly if yours is a two car family. You’ll also save on some of your energy bills since there isn’t a house to heat.

A Varied And Diverse Environment In Which To Raise Your Kids

Life in the city brings access to an incredible range of artistic, cultural and educational activities. Your children will have the benefit of experiencing people of different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds, providing a richer and well-rounded experience.

There’s also a plethora of great family-friendly activities only a stone’s throw away. You’ll love taking the kids to nearby playgrounds, parks, museums and movie theaters.

Families In Downtown Condos Tend To Be More Active

With all the amenities like schools, shops and parks within walking distance, you’ll find you spend far less time in the car and more time walking, biking or taking public transit. All of this adds up to a more active, physical lifestyle.

Boosting Social Skills And Self Confidence

When children have the opportunity to interact with a larger number of culturally diverse people, their Social Skills tend to be better developed. Life in the city also helps improve their sense of self-reliance and confidence as they learn to navigate the street and use public transit and the subway.

These are just a few reasons that more and more families are trading in the backyards and picket fences for life in a downtown or Liberty Village condo. It seems a simple choice if it means you’ll be able to spend more time with your family, save money and provide a fuller and healthier childhood for your kids.

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