Vanier Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Vanier is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighbourhood. Even though this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Vanier is good for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue, however noise can be problematic close to Highway 401 or the railway line. It is easy to reach parks from the majority of locations in the neighbourhood since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to explore.

Transportation

Home buyers who appreciate residing in a walkable community will enjoy the reasonably pedestrian-friendly nature of this part of the city; running common errands is convenient without a car, and plenty of businesses are rather close at hand. This part of the city is also moderately appropriate for bicycling. The public transit system in this neighbourhood is not particularly practical. Nevertheless, there is the Durham College Oshawa with access to the Lakeshore East. The neighbourhood is connected by about 10 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most residences. In contrast, the car is usually the favoured transportation option in this part of Oshawa. It is a short drive to the nearest highway, such as Highway 401, from anywhere in Vanier, and finding a place to park is quite easy.

Housing

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing about 30% of dwellings in Vanier, and the remainder are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood occurred in the 1960s and 1970s. This part of Oshawa offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes. The proportions of renters and homeowners are about even.

Services

Families will find that wherever their house is situated in this neighbourhood, daycares and primary schools are close by. However, high schools are not particularly plentiful and accordingly not always within a short distance. With regards to food, it is very easy to get to the closest grocery store on foot in this part of Oshawa. Additionally, there are a fair number of opportunities for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also a short trip to a very good choice of clothing stores.