Glenwood Real Estate & Houses for Sale
Glenwood has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Glenwood is very quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. On the other hand, it is very easy to reach public green spaces from many locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them nearby for residents to enjoy. Finally, although this part of the city is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its a few nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities.
Transportation
This part of the city presents house buyers with several alternative modes of transportation. Glenwood is rather transit friendly. More specifically, there are about 30 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually around the corner. It is also convenient for pedestrians to navigate Glenwood; running daily errands is easy without a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. It is convenient to commute by bike in this part of Edmonton because there are a limited number of hills.
Housing
Small apartment buildings are the predominant housing type, representing around half of dwellings in Glenwood, while single detached homes make up most of the remaining housing stock. This area has a good variety of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Around 60% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home whereas owners make up the remainder. About 40% of properties in this area were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1990s.
Services
A supermarket is generally reachable within a very short stroll from most homes for sale in this part of the city. Likewise, there are a fair number of options for those who value nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also very easy to get to a variety of clothing stores on foot. As far as education is concerned, in Glenwood, families will almost always be able to reach schools and daycares without a car.