Highlands Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Highlands is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this neighbourhood. Although the atmosphere is not the most lively in this area with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located close by. Highlands is fairly good for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. It is very easy to access green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them close by for residents to enjoy.

Transportation

Highlands presents house buyers with the choice between different means of transportation. Owing to a few nearby bus lines, residents can count on public transit to move around in this area. Highlands will also draw people who appreciate living in a compact community because it is rather pedestrian-friendly; most daily needs are easy to carry out without needing to get in a car. Highlands will attract active home buyers since it is fairly suitable for bicycling. In particular, the topography is flat.

Housing

Single detached homes and townhouses are the main housing type in Highlands. This neighbourhood has a good selection of housing sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Homeowners occupy about 80% of the properties in Highlands and the rest are rented. Most of the houses available in the housing market in this neighbourhood were constructed before the 1960s, when a majority of the housing growth occurred.

Services

Property owners in Highlands will be pleased to learn that a grocery store is always only a short stroll away. Likewise, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and a limited selection of coffee shops is available as well. In terms of education, families will welcome the proximity to schools and daycares, which are within a short distance from all homes for sale in Highlands.