Duvernay Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Home buyers who prefer a slower-paced atmosphere will enjoy Duvernay. This neighbourhood is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - although there are still several noisier sections, especially near one of the 2 airports (Hydrobase Commodore,Hydrobase Boisvert & Fils), the railway line, Autoroute Papineau or Autoroute 25. Lastly, the greenery in this area is prominent; green spaces, including Centre de la nature and Parc Don-Bosco, are very well-distributed and there are over 100 of them nearby for residents to visit, making them easy to reach. Furthermore, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for most streets is good.

Transportation

This neighbourhood will please home buyers that value different means of transportation. Travelling by car is straightforward in this part of Laval. Many houses for sale are a short drive from the closest highway, such as Autoroute Papineau, and it is easy to park. The transit system in Duvernay is practical. There are around 30 bus lines, and bus stops are commonly very close by. There are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of this area, although many common errands can be run without the use of a vehicle. On the other hand, Duvernay is reasonably conducive to cycling because it is an even ride to most locations.

Housing

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing about two thirds of dwellings in Duvernay, while small apartment buildings are the main alternative in the housing stock. This part of the city is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy roughly 85% of the properties in the neighbourhood and 15% are rented. Roughly one third of homes in this neighbourhood were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1990s.

Services

The closest supermarket in this neighbourhood is usually only a rather short distance away. Residents benefit from over 50 restaurants and cafes as well. With regards to education, in Duvernay, families will generally be able to reach primary schools and daycares as pedestrians. In contrast, high schools are not especially numerous and thus tend to require an extended distance to get to.