Hillhurst Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Hillhurst has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Hillhurst is very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. However, it is very easy to reach parks in the neighbourhood since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to unwind in. Finally, although the ambience is not the most lively in this part of the city, its main streets can still be quite dynamic, and with its approximately 20 bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

Transportation

Regardless of the mode of transportation, it is convenient to travel in this part of the city. Thanks to a multitude of nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Blue Line - Saddletowne/69 Street CTrain and Red Line - Somerset - Bridlewood/Tuscany CTrain, and approximately 30 nearby bus lines, the fairly good transit makes transit a viable option for many. Hillhurst will also appeal to home buyers who want to reside in a compact area since it is rather suited to getting around on foot; carrying out daily needs is straightforward without a vehicle, and a variety of businesses are close by. A large number of people in the area use their bicycle because Hillhurst boasts very good cycling infrastructure, and there are not many elevation changes to confront cyclists.

Housing

In Hillhurst, about 30% of dwellings are single detached homes, while large apartment buildings and small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood also has a good selection of housing sizes - it is quite easy to find homes ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. The split between renters and homeowners is about even. This neighbourhood did not experience a single building boom; the construction of new dwellings in the neighbourhood was spread throughout several decades in recent history.

Services

Property owners in Hillhurst will value that a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short trip away. Moreover, there are over 100 restaurants and about 20 cafes to experience in Hillhurst. It is also a short trip to a very good variety of clothing stores, for example along Kensington Road North-west. With regards to education, families will welcome that no matter where their home is situated in this neighbourhood, schools and daycares are close by.