Downtown Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere will feel at home in Downtown. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this part of the town finding one of the a few bars is very easy as they are generally located around the corner. Thanks to the presence of few pedestrians, this area is relatively quiet; however there can be more noise for those who are near the airport (Ajax (Pickering General Hospital) Heliport). Access to parks is very difficult from most locations within the neighbourhood since they aren't well-spread out. Despite that, there are about 30 parks nearby for residents to unwind in.

Transportation

Downtown is bike-friendly. Downtown is also well-suited for people who like to get around by foot; carrying out daily needs is easy without a car, and various businesses are close at hand. The public transit service in Downtown is not especially frequent. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most residences. In contrast, Downtown is very car friendly. Parking is generally easy, and nearby highways are very easy to drive to from any home in this part of the town.

Housing

The predominance of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of Downtown is an important part of its character. Roughly 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This neighbourhood also has a choice of housing sizes - however this area is particularly good for those looking for two bedroom homes. Roughly three quarters of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters whereas owners occupy the remainder.

Services

It is usually practical for house buyers in Downtown to purchase their groceries without a car. Moreover, there is typically a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. It is also easy to reach a selection of clothing stores as a pedestrian. When it comes to education, it is a very short stroll to access daycares and schools from any location in Downtown.