Blackburne Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Blackburne is a great neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. The noise levels in this part of the city are very low, as the streets are generally very calm. Finally, there are approximately 10 parks close by for residents to discover and they are very well-situated, resulting in them being very easy to access from most locations within Blackburne.

Transportation

Moving around by car is very easy in Blackburne. Nearby highways are very easy to reach from any home in this area, and it is very convenient to park. In contrast, the public transit service in Blackburne is rather limited. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood is served by about 10 bus lines, and it is easy to find a nearby bus stop from most residences. Cycling is convenient in this part of Edmonton. Blackburne is not very suitable for people who like to get around as pedestrians since few common errands can be run without a car.

Housing

Roughly 95% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 5% are renters. In this neighbourhood, most buildings are single detached homes, while townhouses are the main alternative in the housing stock. This part of the city experienced its biggest construction boom between 1990 and 2000, so most of the available properties are from this era. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes.

Services

A supermarket is usually accessible within a long distance from most properties for sale in Blackburne. There are also a few choices for those who care about close by restaurants and cafes. Concerning education, in Blackburne, parents and their children will typically be able to access daycares on foot. In contrast, there are no primary schools and no high schools in this neighbourhood.