Ashby Real Estate & Houses for Sale

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a neighbourhood, Ashby is a fairly good option. Most areas in Ashby are very quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. On the other hand, it is easy to access green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are approximately 10 of them close by for residents to visit. Finally, although this area is not known for its vibrancy, with its about 10 bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

Transportation

Commuting by car is easy in Ashby. The majority of houses for sale are a reasonably short drive from the closest highway, and it is easy to access a place to park. Getting around by foot in Ashby is not very common, even though meeting daily needs is convenient without needing to use a car. This area is also not particularly appropriate for bicycling as there are few bike lanes, and riding is rendered difficult by the typically sloping topography.

Housing

Around 60% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners while the rest are rented. Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing most buildings in this neighbourhood, and the remainder are mainly small apartment buildings. About half of properties in this area were built before the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s. This part of Cape Breton Municipality is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes.

Services

It is convenient to get to the nearest supermarket as a pedestrian in Ashby. Moreover, Ashby is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat, and property owners are served by a few cafes as well. It is also easy to get to a selection of clothing stores without a car. Regarding education, it is a short stroll to reach schools and daycares from most homes for sale in Ashby.