Lower Doon Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Lower Doon is a very good neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a relaxed environment. This part of Kitchener is very quiet, as the streets tend to be very tranquil near Highway 401. Finally, green spaces, including Willowlake Park and Pinnacle Hill Natural Area, are very well-distributed and there are approximately 20 of them nearby for residents to check out, making them very easy to access.

Transportation

This area is very car friendly. It is a very short drive to the nearest highway, such as Highway 401, from any location in this area, and parking is generally easy. In contrast, Lower Doon is not an especially convenient part of Kitchener for moving around by public transit. Thankfully, homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. Bicycling is easy in this neighbourhood because Lower Doon boasts fairly good cycling infrastructure. Most homes for sale in this neighbourhood are located in areas that are not very suitable for pedestrians because running common errands is impractical without a vehicle.

Housing

In Lower Doon, around 45% of dwellings are single detached homes, but small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy about 60% of the units in the neighbourhood and the remainder are rented. Roughly 40% of homes in this part of the city were built after the year 2000, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s.

Services

Families will welcome that wherever their property is located in Lower Doon, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, there are no high schools in this area. With regards to food, the nearest supermarket in Lower Doon is usually only a very long stroll away. There are also a few choices for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes.