Forest Hill
Offers a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Offers a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle.
A peaceful neighbourhood perfect for families and retirees looking for a quiet escape from the city's busy pace. It offers a serene setting while still being close to essential amenities, making it a popular choice for many.
Tucked away in the west end of Kitchener, Forest Hill is a serene community that offers a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. It’s an ideal spot for families and retirees seeking peace, yet it remains conveniently close to essential amenities. The neighbourhood’s picturesque charm is a key reason why many choose to call it home.
Driving through Forest Hill, you’ll encounter a diverse range of architectural styles, from quaint bungalows to elegant two-story homes. Most of these residences date back to the 1960s, reflecting the era’s quality craftsmanship. More recent additions, such as townhomes, have expanded the variety of housing options available to buyers.
A major attraction of Forest Hill is its proximity to parks and green spaces. Residents can enjoy leisurely walks amidst well-kept gardens and tree-lined streets. Forest Hill Park, a favorite local spot, is ideal for picnics and family games. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby trails in Meinzinger Park and Lakeside Park offer excellent opportunities for hiking and biking. In addition to its natural beauty, Forest Hill boasts easy access to shopping and entertainment. Highland Hills Mall, Highland Centre, Evergreen Mall, and The Sunrise Centre are just a short drive away, offering a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
The Forest Heights Community Centre, adjacent to Highland Hills Mall, provides various activities and programs, including sports, fitness classes, and arts and crafts for all ages. Public school students in Forest Hill attend Forest Hill or Southridge for grades JK-6, Queensmount for grades 7 and 8, and Forest Heights for high school. Catholic students go to St. Paul or St. Francis for grades JK-8 before continuing their education at Resurrection for high school.
256,885 people live in Forest Hill, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $104,300. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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There's plenty to do around Forest Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Little Short Stop Stores Limited, Yuen Woo Chinese Restaurant, and Humpty Dumpty Snack Foods.
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| Dining | 0.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.32 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.33 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.41 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.53 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.42 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.33 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.33 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.68 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.7 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.24 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.41 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.52 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.64 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.74 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Forest Hill has 99,810 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Forest Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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