Central McDougall Real Estate & Houses for Sale
Central McDougall is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of Edmonton. Even though the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this neighbourhood, the vibe can still be quite dynamic around its busier streets, and finding one of the about 20 nightlife venues is very easy as they are generally situated in very convenient locations. The noise levels in Central McDougall are low, as the streets tend to be peaceful, although there are still several noisier sections, especially close to the airport (Edmonton (Royal Alexandra Hospital) Heliport). There are approximately 40 public green spaces nearby for residents to visit, like Rossdale Park and Airways Park, and they are especially well-spread out, which makes them very easy to reach from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood.
Transportation
Central McDougall offers home buyers the choice between various methods of transportation. Central McDougall is very transit friendly. In particular, rapid transit stations, including Churchill Station, NAIT Station and Corona Station on the Metro Line and Capital Line, are not very far away from most houses in the neighbourhood. Residents are served by about 30 bus lines, and bus stops are generally very close by. It is also very convenient for people travelling on foot to get around in this neighbourhood; all daily needs can be met without a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This neighbourhood is moderately suited for cycling as there are a limited number of hills, and the bicycling infrastructure is comprehensive.
Housing
About one third of homes in Central McDougall were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. The overwhelming majority of dwellings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in this area, while single detached homes are also present in the housing stock. Renters occupy around 90% of the dwellings in Central McDougall whereas the remainder are occupied by owners. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.
Services
Both general and specialty grocery stores are usually accessible within a very short distance from most properties for sale in Central McDougall. Likewise, thanks to 200-odd restaurants and cafes in Central McDougall, there is typically a spot to get some food or drink just around the corner. It is also straightforward to reach a variety of clothing stores on foot. As far as education is concerned, families will appreciate that no matter where their property is situated in Central McDougall, daycares and schools are close by.