Welcome to the Ford Neighbourhood
Ford Milton Real Estate
Ford is named after one of Milton’s earliest and most industrious families, the Ford family, who emigrated here in the 1830s and farmed this land for generations. The present-day neighbourhood was created by the Town of Milton in 2004 as part of the Boyne Survey, alongside Bowes, Cobban, and Walker, as Milton’s growth moved southward.
Ford At a Glance
Established
2004
Population
8,712
Builders
Branthaven, Great Gulf, Green Park, Mattamy Homes
Vibe
Family-centric and quiet, with great parks and schools
Household Types
68%
Families with children
Broad Age Ranges
- 0 – 14 years29%
- 15 – 64 years66%
- 65 years and over16%
Diversity
* Not specified in available sources
Home Types
Discover What Ford Has to Offer
Homes on Wide Lots
Real estate here features an abundance of large, two-storey, single-family, detached homes on sizable residential lots, most with built-in garages and large front porches.
Built for Slower, Safer Streets
Traffic-calming roundabouts are in place to encourage slower driving within the neighbourhood, alongside sidewalks, trails, and bicycle lanes built into the community plan.
A Neighbourhood Filled with Schools
The neighbourhood is home to many schools, making it one of the most education-friendly communities in South Milton.
A Park Anchor Families Actually Use
Ford Neighbourhood Park draws consistent use from residents throughout warmer months, busy enough on a summer afternoon to tell you something real about how many families actively live here.
Schools
Public
Viola Desmond Public Elementary School
(French Immersion)
Boyne Public Elementary School
Elsie MacGill Secondary School
Catholic
St. Scholastica Catholic Elementary School
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Secondary School
Parks & Green Space
parks in Ford
- Ford Neighbourhood Park
- Raspberry Park
- Bronson Park
- Benjamin Chee Chee Park
Local Amenities
Groceries & Daily Needs
- Sobeys Extra, Beer Store
- Plaza at Louis St. Laurent Avenue & Bronte Street South (grocery store, pharmacy)
Dining
- Starbucks, Baskin Robbins, Pizza Nova
- Derry Heights Plaza; restaurants, bakery, Tim Hortons
Health & Wellness
- Glen Eden Pharmacy, Shoppers Drug Mart
Recreation
- The Milton Sports Centre and Milton Community Sports Park are both reachable from Ford, extending the neighbourhood's recreational access considerably
Getting Around
- Milton Transit Route 9 to the Milton GO Station
- Highways 401 and QEW
Recent Sales in Ford
parks & green space in scott
Green space is woven into the fabric of this neighbourhood in a way that’s not always the case in newer communities. Key parks include Holloway Park, Scott Neighbourhood Park East and West, Savoline Park, and McCready Park, giving residents plenty of options for everyday walks, weekend recreation, and kids’ outdoor time. The escarpment trails just beyond the neighbourhood’s edge add a layer of natural access that most communities in the GTA can only aspire to.
Schools in the Scott Neighbourhood
Families considering Scott Milton real estate will find good options close to home. Escarpment View Public School serves junior kindergarten through grade eight, and Queen of Heaven Catholic Elementary School is also within the neighbourhood. For secondary school, students attend nearby institutions in adjacent communities. The school proximity and quality are among the reasons young families consistently rank Scott as one of their top choices in Milton.
Local Amenities Worth Knowing
Scott is a predominantly residential neighbourhood, which means everyday conveniences are mostly found along nearby commercial corridors rather than embedded in the streets themselves. Within minutes you’ll find a Pizza Pizza, Tim Hortons, Canada Post, Shoppers Drug Mart, and Total Health Pharmacy. For a fuller shopping experience, the wider Milton amenity base, including grocery stores, banks, the Milton District Hospital, and Highway 401 access, is a short drive away.
Understanding Who Ford Appeals To
Ford appeals most strongly to families who want newer construction with strong school access, solid park infrastructure, and a community that has been building its character steadily over two decades. Buyers who have compared Ford to its Boyne Survey neighbours like Cobban, Walker, and Bowes, often find that Ford’s relative maturity, its established school infrastructure, and its fully developed park system tip the decision.
Support for Buyers and Sellers in Ford
If Ford has caught your attention, we’d encourage you to look closer. The Keystone team works in this neighbourhood and knows what strong value looks like here. Whether you’re buying, selling, or still deciding, we’re happy to be a useful resource.
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