Bayview Woods-Steeles maintains a stable population and attracts residents across various age groups, particularly those in their 20s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. The neighborhood is characterized by its abundant green spaces, primarily composed of ravines, due to multiple branches of the Don River converging in the area. Notably, the terrain varies significantly in elevation. Housing in the community consists largely of modest bungalows, many of which have been expanded over time with additions like porches and verandas. Residents often adhere to the neighborhood’s architectural style by maintaining a modernist aesthetic

Bayview Woods-Steeles Homes
In this neighbourhood, there are a mix of home types. This neighbourhood has a consistent population, with 37% of households having moved within the past 5 years and 12% having moved within the past year. It has mostly older homes and is a mix of owner and renter-occupied.
Home Types
High-rise apartment/condo – 37%
Single-detached house – 33%
Semi-detached house – 10%
Duplex – 2%
Row house – 4%
Low-rise apartment/condo – 11%
Period of Home Construction
1960 or before – 8%
1961 to 1980 – 71%
1981 to 1990 – 9%
1991 to 2000 – 6%
2001 to 2005 – 0%
2006 to 2010 – 0%
2011 to 2016 – 2%
Number of Bedrooms in Homes
4 or more bedrooms – 40%
1 bedroom – 10%
2 bedrooms – 22%
3 bedrooms – 25%
No bedrooms – 0%
Renters & Owners
Renter – 42%
Owner – 57%
Condominium Status
Not condominium – 90%
Condominium – 9%

Bayview Woods-Steeles Schools
This neighbourhood has great secondary schools, elementary special programs, and secondary special programs. There are 7 public schools and 6 Catholic schools serving this neighbourhood. The special programs offered at local schools include International Baccalaureate, French Immersion, Gifted/Talented Program, and Advanced Placement.
Public
ÉS Étienne-Brûlé
Lester B. Pearson Elementary School
Pineway Public School
A. Y. Jackson Secondary School
Steelesview Public School
Zion Heights Middle School
ÉÉ Paul-Demers
Catholic
Blessed Trinity Catholic School
St. Agnes Catholic School
St. Cyril Catholic School
St. Joseph Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School