Douglas-Gilpin Real Estate & Houses for Sale

The character of Douglas-Gilpin is exemplified by its calm environment. This part of the city is reasonably quiet overall, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic - although that is not the case around Trans-Canada Highway. Lastly, public green spaces, such as Burnaby Sports Complex East and Discovery Place Conservation Area, are very well-distributed and there are approximately 40 of them close by for residents to explore, which makes them very easy to reach.

Transportation

This area will attract property owners that value a variety of means of transportation. The transit in Douglas-Gilpin is fairly practical. More specifically, property owners profit from a multitude of rapid transit stations on the Millennium Line. Homeowners benefit from about 10 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most homes. Cycling is also convenient in Douglas-Gilpin. Walking in Douglas-Gilpin is not very common, despite the fact that many daily needs can be met without the need for a vehicle. On the other hand, the best method of transportation in this neighbourhood is very often driving. The majority of homes for sale are a short drive from the nearest highway, such as Trans-Canada Highway, and it is easy to come across a place to park.

Housing

Single detached homes are the main housing type, representing around 30% of dwellings in Douglas-Gilpin, and the remaining properties are mainly small apartment buildings, duplexes, and townhouses. This neighbourhood also has a good variety of unit sizes; it is quite easy to find properties ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About two thirds of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the remainder are rented. Around 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed between 1960 and 1980, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s.

Services

It is difficult to access the closest grocery store without the need to get in a vehicle in this part of the city. Furthermore, this area is a fairly good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. With regards to education, in Douglas-Gilpin, parents and their kids will generally be able to reach schools and daycares without a vehicle.