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      History:

      Myrtle, was originally known as Well’s Corners. In 1856, the name of the community was changed to Wellwood and sometime in the 1860s the name of this community was changed again likely coinciding with the opening of the village post office. By the mid to late 1800s Myrtle had a post office and general store, a school, a church and some businesses. This hamlet has never lost its rural roots  In 1968, Myrtle became part of the Town of Whitby when the Town amalgamated with Whitby Township.

      Overview:

      Myrtle is a pretty rural hamlet situated in the northeastern section of the Town of Whitby. This small community is centred along Myrtle Road. Produce farms and garden centres are the main landmarks. The 407 ETR is easily accessed form here making Myrtle an ideal option for commuters who want to live outside the City.

      Homes:

      Myrtle has a mix of bungalows and detached houses on mature tree-lined streets. The housing stock is older but very well maintained.

      Recreation:

      Cycling is a popular recreational activity as Myrtle Streets follow the Green Belt Route. There are plenty of golf courses nearby as well as cross-country and downhill skiing options.

          Myrtle Stats

          Walkability:

          Low

          Bikeability:

          High

          Public Transit:

          Low

          Affordability:

          Medium

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          Medium

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          20 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          25 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          25 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          50 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          10 Minutes

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.