Fernwood Real Estate & Houses for Sale
Fernwood is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of Victoria. Fernwood is good for those who like a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are usually peaceful. On the other hand, it is very easy to get to public green spaces since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to enjoy. Finally, although this area is not known for its vibrancy, the vibe is still quite energetic around its main streets, and places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the neighbourhood.
Transportation
House buyers in Fernwood benefit from various choices to get around without using a car. Thanks to about 10 nearby bus lines, this area is fairly transit friendly. Fernwood is also very suitable for pedestrians; meeting daily needs is convenient without needing a vehicle, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This area will draw active home buyers because it is reasonably suited for cycling. More precisely, Fernwood has good bicycling infrastructure.
Housing
In Fernwood, most buildings are small apartment buildings, while duplexes and single detached homes are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. About two thirds of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and owners make up the remainder. The buildings in this area are quite old, since around 40% of its buildings were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s.
Services
Both general and specialty grocery stores are usually accessible within a short distance from any home in Fernwood. Moreover, those who are fond of dining out won't have to go far in this part of the city, where over 50 restaurants and about 10 cafes are available. Home buyers have access to numerous nearby clothing stores. As far as education is concerned, families will welcome that no matter where their home is situated in this area, daycares and schools are close by.