A Rare Development Opportunity Along York Region’s Gateway Corridor
3187 Stouffville Road presents a unique opportunity to acquire 4.79 acres of Highway Commercial (HC) zoned land in one of the most protected and visually clean stretches of the Greater Toronto Area. Strategically positioned on a major traffic corridor with direct access to Highway 404, the property balances high-visibility exposure with a peaceful, nature-immersed setting, offering both commercial power and long-term brand alignment.
Location Advantages
This site fronts one of York Region’s most important east-west commuter routes. Stouffville Road connects the growing communities of Richmond Hill, Aurora, and Markham with Whitchurch-Stouffville and is part of the daily movement pattern for residents, professionals, and regional visitors. Unlike many corridors, this stretch is uniquely preserved by Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine protections, ensuring low visual clutter and long-term development restrictions on surrounding parcels. This allows a future owner or operator to benefit from exceptional prominence without saturation.
Zoning & Use Flexibility
Zoned Highway Commercial (HC), the site allows for a broad range of uses, including:
Automotive sales and service
EV showroom and charging campus
Golf driving range or miniature golf
Commercial entertainment destination
Restaurants and drive-thru food service
Hotels and motels
Clinics, medical wellness, and private clubs
Gas station, convenience, or transit-adjacent concepts
All uses are subject to Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville approval through Site Plan Control.
Natural Advantage Meets Infrastructure Readiness
The property is bordered on three sides by protected conservation land, providing privacy, environmental harmony, and a visually pristine buffer zone—ideal for brands focused on wellness, experience, or nature-forward retail.
Notably, the site is supported by:
Well water at approx 135 litres per minute, high volume for commercial use
Hydro at the lot line
Potential gas access through Enbridge (must confirm with Enbridge and the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville)
Possibility for septic development using Waterloo Biofilter or similar approved technology (no septic on site. Suggestion only)
This infrastructure allows operators to move forward without the delays typically associated with full urban servicing while retaining long-term environmental responsibility.
A Strategic Site for Flagship Growth
Whether developed as a flagship destination or as an extension of an existing national brand, 3187 Stouffville Road offers rare flexibility in a location that’s both elevated and efficient. Just 35 minutes from downtown Toronto and under 10 minutes from the Stouffville GO train station, the site places your brand within reach of over 1 million people while allowing a differentiated experience set apart from the typical suburban strip.
The site is ideal for forward-thinking developers, institutional investors, or end-users in:
Automotive and mobility sectors
Experiential wellness and recreation
Boutique hospitality and resort-style retail
Sport, golf, and entertainment offerings
Environmental, Cultural & Economic Anchors
The property is immediately adjacent to:
Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area (seasonal maple syrup festival, trails, and ecological education)
Tree Top Trekking (one of Ontario’s most popular zipline and aerial adventure parks)
These existing attractions create a powerful synergy for brands looking to tap into local tourism, experiential family markets, and outdoor health-conscious visitors.
Summary
This is a rare shovel-ready commercial property with no comparable parcels available nearby. Its unique combination of location, zoning, conservation adjacency, and high-performing natural infrastructure make it one of the most exciting opportunities for thoughtful, aligned commercial development in Ontario today.
Laura McBride
Sutton Group- Heritage Realty Inc.
