Kentley Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Kentley has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Even though the ambience is not the liveliest in this part of Hamilton with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located close by. Kentley is very quiet, as the streets are generally very calm. There are around 10 green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in, including Sam Manson Park and Sisters of St. Joseph Park, which results in them being very easy to access from most locations in this part of Hamilton.

Transportation

This part of the city is fairly suitable for those who prefer to travel on foot; many daily needs can be met without a car. Kentley is also reasonably cycling-friendly because cyclists do not encounter significant elevation changes. Driving is usually the favoured method to get around in Kentley. Many homes for sale are a short car ride from the nearest highway, such as Red Hill Valley Parkway, and parking is easy. However, travelling by public transit is sometimes difficult in this area. Nevertheless, residents have access to about 10 bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by.

Housing

In Kentley, around 40% of dwellings are single detached homes, while the rest are mainly large apartment buildings and small apartment buildings. This area offers mainly one bedroom and three bedroom homes. Renters occupy around 60% of the properties in the neighbourhood and 40% are occupied by owners. A majority of the housing growth in this part of the city occurred between 1960 and 1980.

Services

Families will appreciate the proximity to daycares and primary schools, which are within walking distance from most properties for sale in Kentley. On the other hand, families may consider it difficult to access high schools by foot. With respect to food, it is especially convenient to get to the nearest supermarket without the need for a vehicle from most homes for sale in Kentley. Furthermore, this part of the city is a good place in which to go out to eat or go to a cafe. It is also convenient to reach a selection of clothing stores on foot.