Downtown Real Estate & Houses for Sale
Downtown is a great part of Regina for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area with its around 10 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. However, parks are especially well-situated and there are approximately 10 of them nearby for residents to relax in, which makes them easy to get to from many locations within Downtown.
Transportation
Regardless of the mode of transportation, it is easy to get around in Downtown. This part of the city is rather transit friendly due to around 10 nearby bus lines. Most homes for sale in this area are located in areas that are also rather suitable for people who like to get around on foot; running daily errands is easy without a car, and a variety of businesses are fairly close at hand. Travelling by bicycle is convenient in this part of Regina because Downtown has good bicycling infrastructure, and it is a flat ride to most locations.
Housing
About two thirds of buildings are large apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in Downtown, while small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood is particularly good for those looking for one bedroom homes. Around 85% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters whereas owners occupy the remainder. About one third of homes in this neighbourhood were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s.
Services
It is a reasonably short trip to get to primary schools and daycares from anywhere in Downtown. On the other hand, parents and their kids may find it challenging to access high schools without a vehicle. When it comes to food, house buyers in this area will appreciate that a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short stroll away. Likewise, owing to 100-odd restaurants and cafes in Downtown, there is typically a place to get a meal or beverage just around the corner. It is also very easy to get to a variety of clothing stores without needing a vehicle.