Downtown Real Estate & Houses for Sale

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a neighbourhood, Downtown is a fairly good option. Most areas in Downtown are reasonably quiet, as the streets are usually tranquil. On the other hand, there are about 20 public green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, such as Earl Haig Park, and they are especially well-situated, making them very easy to access. Lastly, even though this part of Brantford is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets are still quite dynamic, and with its a few nightlife venues, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by.

Transportation

Downtown is moderately amenable to cycling as the bicycling network is good. House buyers who appreciate living in a compact community will also enjoy the reasonably pedestrian-friendly nature of this part of the city; running daily errands is easy without a vehicle, and a variety of businesses are close by. The public transit service in Downtown is not very frequent. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood is served by a few bus lines, and it is very easy to reach a nearby bus stop from most homes. In contrast, Downtown is a fairly good part of Brantford for getting around by car. Parking is easy.

Housing

Around 45% of dwellings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in Downtown, while large apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This part of the city is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Nearly 90% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and 10% are owners. The buildings in this part of the city are quite old, since around 45% of its buildings were constructed pre-1960, while most of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 2000s.

Services

Families will value that no matter where their property is situated in Downtown, schools and daycares are nearby. When it comes to food, it is especially convenient to get to the closest grocery store as a pedestrian in Downtown. In addition, there is typically a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. Property owners can find a fair number of clothing stores within walking distance.