Glendale Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Glendale is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of the city. Even though the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located a short distance away. Glendale is wonderful for those who like quiet surroundings, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Green spaces, including Optimist Athletic Park, are especially well-distributed and there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to relax in, making them very easy to get to from most locations in Glendale.

Transportation

Regardless of the mode of transportation, it is rather straightforward to move around in Glendale. The public transit network in this area is reasonably good. More specifically, the nearest rapid transit station, such as 45th Street Station, Sirocco Station and Westbrook Station on the Blue Line - Saddletowne/69 Street CTrain, is commonly a short walk away from the majority of houses in the neighbourhood. Homeowners benefit from about 10 bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. It is also easy for people walking to navigate this part of the city; carrying out daily needs is convenient without a car. Glendale will appeal to physically active home buyers since it is reasonably suited for cycling. In particular, the cycling infrastructure is reasonably comprehensive.

Housing

Most of the housing growth in Glendale occurred pre-1960. In this area, about 60% of buildings are single detached homes, while the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 40% are renters. This neighbourhood has a good choice of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

Families will appreciate that no matter where their house is located in Glendale, schools and daycares are close by. When it comes to food, a supermarket is typically reachable within a very short trip from most homes for sale in this part of Calgary. Moreover, those who like to dine in restaurants or cafes will have a fair number of options in Glendale.