Ellis Crescent

Ellis Crescent at a glance

Ellis Crescent is a quiet residential loop in Milton's Dempsey neighbourhood. The street sits south of Derry Road, within a grid of similar crescents and cul-de-sacs that define this pocket of the community. The crescent is framed by mature trees and well-maintained lawns, giving it a settled, family-oriented feel.

Housing stock on Ellis

The street has a uniform but not monotonous streetscape, with subtle variations in rooflines and porch designs.

Main floors feature open-concept living and dining areas with a separate family room. Basements are unfinished in many homes, providing room for future customization. The condition of the stock is generally good, with several properties having updated kitchens or bathrooms in recent years. Landscaping is well kept, and the crescent's loop layout minimizes through traffic, adding to its appeal for families.

What's nearby

For daily errands, the nearby plaza at Derry Road and Thompson Road offers a pharmacy, bank, and fast food.

The market right now

Ellis Crescent trades rarely, with only a handful of recorded transactions over the past year. The street is home to detached residences in the Dempsey neighbourhood, a residential area oriented toward family ownership and long-term occupancy. Activity has been sparse enough that a price range cannot be reliably established from resale comps; the street's own history offers limited visibility into typical pricing patterns.

Buyers drawn to Ellis Crescent are likely seeking the character of an established residential street in a neighbourhood with strong school proximity and family amenities. Chris Hadfield PS sits immediately adjacent; Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School is within walking distance. The area benefits from proximity to Milton Community Park and several local grocery anchors, supporting the pattern of long-term family residence.

Comparable homes nearby

Buyers at asking have been the norm, with homes closing near ask price on average, indicating balanced negotiation dynamics without systematic discounting pressure.

Where this street reaches

Ellis Crescent sits in Dempsey, a pocket of Milton that trades quiet residential rhythm for deliberate access. The street itself sees no through traffic, so the road network handles the load without the noise of a busier corridor.

If different priorities matter more

If you're considering alternatives in similar pockets, buyers who want a more walkable connection to transit might look at streets closer to the GO station, where the tradeoff is tighter lots and more street noise. Those seeking newer construction with larger floor plans may find the newer subdivisions in Dempsey's western edge appealing, though they trade mature landscaping for fresh build. Each option shifts the balance of convenience and character.