289 boyd avenue

Within a short walk, residents enjoy a McDonald's restaurant just 146 m away and Machray School only 150 m from the property. Daily grocery needs are easily met at Mom & Dad's Grocery (276 m) and Olympia Grocery (635 m).

Multiple places of worship, including Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral (184 m) and Ashkenazi Synagogue (348 m), reflect the area's diverse community. Recreational spaces such as St. John's Lawn Bowling Pitch (329 m), Redwood Park (423 m), and St. John's Park (496 m) provide outdoor options within a few minutes' walk.

Crime data for St. John's shows a dramatic improvement from 2022 to 2026. Violent incidents peaked at 446 in 2022 but dropped to just 32 in 2026, while property crimes fell from 845 to 40 over the same period. All categories show steep declines in 2026 compared to previous years.

Although 2025 saw elevated drug and federal statute incidents, the overall trend is strongly positive, with total incidents falling from over 1,300 in 2022 to about 101 in 2026.

289 Boyd Avenue offers excellent transit connectivity and a wide range of nearby amenities, including schools, parks, and grocery stores within walking distance. The significant drop in crime in recent years makes the area increasingly attractive to a variety of buyers.

This property is well-suited for families due to nearby schools and parks, and for first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into a revitalizing neighbourhood. Commuters will appreciate the frequent bus routes to downtown and key destinations.