South Pickering · Pickering
Highbush - the 1990s-2000s family subdivision north of Finch
Highbush is a 1990s-2000s planned family subdivision in north-central south Pickering, with detached and townhouse homes, strong schools and the Rouge Park trails minutes away.
Highbush overview
Highbush is one of Pickering's 15 official south urban neighbourhoods, occupying the area north of Finch Avenue between Whites Road and Altona Road. Most of Highbush developed in the 1990s and 2000s as a planned family subdivision, with detached and townhouse housing on planned, curving streets.
Housing is dominated by 1990s-2000s detached two-storey homes on 30-40 ft lots, with substantial townhouse complexes and condo townhouses. The streets are newer than most south Pickering neighbourhoods, with more uniform housing stock and a clean, modern subdivision feel.
Highbush PS - the local DDSB elementary school - is one of the area's anchors, with St. Isaac Jogues CES serving the Catholic catchment. The secondary catchment depends on specific address but includes Pine Ridge SS and Dunbarton HS.
Transit and access include Pickering GO (5-10 minute drive south), Hwy 401 (south) and Hwy 407 / 412 / 418 (short drive north). The neighbourhood's location gives easy access to both downtown Toronto via GO and to the new 407 network for east-west commuters.
From a real estate perspective Highbush is one of the more attainable family-buyer markets in established Pickering, with strong demand from young families upgrading from condos and townhouses elsewhere. The Krzewski Group works it with proper marketing and patient negotiation.
Highbush at a glance
The community in numbers and character
- Location
- North of Finch Avenue between Whites Road and Altona Road, north-central south Pickering.
- Typical housing
- 1990s-2000s detached two-storey homes on 30-40 ft lots, townhouse complexes, condo townhouses.
- Market character
- Attainable family-suburban Pickering market with strong demand from young upgrade buyers.
- Who it suits
- Highbush is for young families who want newer Pickering housing, easy 401 and 407 access and strong schools.
- Newer 1990s-2000s housing stock
- Altona Forest on the doorstep
- Easy 401 / 407 access
- Strong family-oriented community
Lifestyle
Living in Highbush
Highbush is for young families who want newer Pickering housing, easy 401 and 407 access and strong schools.
Schools. Pine Ridge Secondary School, Dunbarton High School (DDSB); St. Mary Catholic Secondary School (DCDSB); Highbush PS, Altona Forest PS, and more.
Parks & lifestyle. Altona Forest; Petticoat Creek Conservation Area nearby; Rouge National Urban Park to the west; Subdivision community parks.
Schools, transit, parks
Practical details for Highbush
Schools
- Pine Ridge Secondary School, Dunbarton High School (DDSB)
- St. Mary Catholic Secondary School (DCDSB)
- Highbush PS, Altona Forest PS
- St. Isaac Jogues CES
Transit & access
- Pickering GO 5-10 minute drive
- Hwy 401 south
- Hwy 407 / 412 / 418 short drive north
- Durham Region Transit
Parks, shopping & lifestyle
- Altona Forest
- Petticoat Creek Conservation Area nearby
- Rouge National Urban Park to the west
- Subdivision community parks
How we work
The Krzewski Group in Highbush
Whether you are buying your first home in Highbush, upgrading from a starter, downsizing, leasing or selling an investment property, Daniel and Heather Krzewski bring the same disciplined process to every file. Editorial-grade photography, video and floor plans. Pricing built on live comparable data, not wishful thinking. Negotiation that protects every dollar of your equity.
As Sales Representatives at Crown North Realty Inc., Brokerage, with Daniel also serving as the brokerage's owner and president, you get owner-level accountability and a team that genuinely knows every street, every school catchment and every transit timeline in Highbush.
Good to know
Frequently asked - Highbush
Are Highbush homes mostly newer?
Yes - most Highbush homes date from the 1990s and 2000s, giving the neighbourhood a uniform, modern subdivision feel.
What is Altona Forest?
Altona Forest is a 53-hectare wooded area in Pickering protected as an Environmentally Significant Area, with trails, boardwalks and educational signage. It is one of the largest natural areas inside the Pickering urban boundary.
Is Highbush good for first-time buyers?
The newer detached homes are generally above first-time buyer price points, but the townhouses and condo townhouses are often viable first-time buyer options.
How is the commute from Highbush?
Pickering GO is 5-10 minutes south; Hwy 401 is south; Hwy 407 / 412 is a short drive north. The combination supports both downtown Toronto and east-end / Markham commuters.
Let's talk
Thinking of buying or selling in Highbush?
Daniel and Heather Krzewski work Highbush actively. Whether you are buying, selling or leasing, get a sharp, evidence-based perspective on your move.
Prefer to talk now? (416) 551-1026