Burrows-Keewatin Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Burrows-Keewatin is a fairly good neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a slower-paced ambience. Most areas in this part of Winnipeg are reasonably quiet, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Lastly, it is very easy to get to public green spaces from numerous locations in the neighbourhood since there are around 10 of them nearby for residents to visit.

Transportation

This part of the city is very car friendly. It is a reasonably short car ride to the closest highway from anywhere in this neighbourhood, and it is easy to park. On the other hand, the transit service in Burrows-Keewatin is fairly poor. Thankfully, the neighbourhood is linked by a few bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. Despite the fact that there are a limited number of elevation changes to challenge cyclists, getting around by bicycle is at times difficult in Burrows-Keewatin as the cycling infrastructure is not particularly extensive. A majority of the homes for sale in this neighbourhood are located in places that are also not particularly well-suited for pedestrians because few daily needs can be carried out without a car.

Housing

About two thirds of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and one third are owners. In this area, around 40% of dwellings are single detached homes, while the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. About 45% of properties in this part of the city were built pre-1960, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s. This part of Winnipeg offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes.

Services

It is convenient to access the nearest supermarket on foot from anywhere in Burrows-Keewatin. In addition, a restaurant is typically just around the corner, and a limited variety of coffee shops is available as well. As far as education is concerned, parents and their children will appreciate the proximity to schools and daycares, which are within walking distance from most homes for sale in Burrows-Keewatin.