What is it like to live near each GO station in Markham?Markham’s four Stouffville line stations each sit in a different kind of neighbourhood. Unionville GO is beside Downtown Markham’s condos and shops, near the Pan Am Centre. Centennial GO serves established streets near Markville. Markham GO sits by historic Main Street Markham in Markham Village. Mount Joy GO serves the newer communities of Wismer and Greensborough. Choose the station by the daily life around it, then check the walk, the train times and the noise close to the tracks.
Living near a GO station can mean leaving the car at home for the downtown commute. But each station’s neighbourhood feels very different, and that daily life matters as much as the train.
Michael John Lau, a REALTOR® with the Kaizen Real Estate Team, one of the most active real estate teams in Markham and York Region, helps commuters compare the areas around each station, not just the distance to the platform.
Unionville GO, 155 YMCA Blvd.
- Around it: Downtown Markham, with newer condos and townhomes, restaurants, shops and the Markham Pan Am Centre.
- Daily life: walkable errands, Viva Rapidway on Highway 7, and the Civic Centre nearby.
- Suits: first-time buyers, downsizers and professionals who want a condo lifestyle.
Centennial GO, 320 Bullock Dr.
- Around it: established residential streets near Markville Shopping Centre.
- Daily life: mall shopping, schools and parks, with a mix of detached homes and townhomes.
- Suits: families wanting a quieter residential setting with a short walk to the train.
Markham GO, 214 Main St. N.
- Around it: Markham Village and historic Main Street Markham, with cafes, shops and community events.
- Daily life: heritage character, older homes and walkable streets.
- Suits: buyers who want character and community, and accept older homes and heritage rules.
Want to live near the train?
Michael John Lau can show you homes near the station that fits your commute and lifestyle.
Book a buyer consultationSearch Markham homesPrefer to talk? Call the Kaizen Real Estate Team at (647) 370-8885.
Mount Joy GO, 1801 Bur Oak Ave.
- Around it: Wismer and Greensborough, with newer detached homes, semis and townhomes.
- Daily life: parks, schools and newer plazas along Bur Oak and Markham Road.
- Suits: families wanting newer homes and a train option.
Comparing the four
| Station | Housing mix | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Unionville | Condos, townhomes | Urban, busy, walkable |
| Centennial | Detached, townhomes | Established, residential |
| Markham | Older detached, heritage | Village, historic |
| Mount Joy | Newer detached, semis, townhomes | Family suburb |
Before you buy near a station
- Walk to the platform at rush hour and time it.
- Check Stouffville line trips at your commute times.
- Listen for trains and crossing bells from bedrooms near the tracks.
- Check parking: Markham bans overnight street parking without an exemption, $6 each online since October 1, 2026.
- Look up development planned near the station.
See commuting from Markham to downtown Toronto. Ultimately, the decision is yours. The goal is to make sure you have all the information before you choose a station and a street.
Pick the neighbourhood first; the station comes with it. Call the Kaizen Real Estate Team at (647) 370-8885 or book a consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Which GO stations are in Markham?
Unionville, Centennial, Markham and Mount Joy, all on the Stouffville line.
Which Markham GO station has the most condos nearby?
Unionville GO, beside Downtown Markham.
Which station is near Main Street Markham?
Markham GO, at 214 Main Street North.
Which GO station serves Wismer and Greensborough?
Mount Joy GO, at 1801 Bur Oak Avenue.
Is it noisy living near the tracks?
Homes right beside the line can hear trains and crossing bells. A few streets away often helps.
Can I park overnight on the street near a station?
Only with an exemption or permit. Online exemptions cost $6 each since October 1, 2026.
Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchandani are licensed REALTORS® with the Kaizen Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, Brokerage, 9763 Markham Rd, Markham, ON L6E 1A4. Licence #4784577. Call (647) 370-8885. Station addresses are from GO Transit station listings. Parking rules are from the City of Markham (2026). Neighbourhood descriptions are general and vary by street. Check current GO schedules. This article is general information only and is not financial, legal or tax advice. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract with another brokerage.
