Niagara Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Niagara is a great neighbourhood for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. This area has many places for those looking for a dynamic vibe. There are many nearby entertainment venues, there are very often a very large number of people around, and with its a few bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by. Greenery is not especially present in this part of Toronto; more specifically, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for the majority of streets is sub-par. However, reaching public green spaces is very easy from a lot of locations in the neighbourhood since there are about 10 of them close by for residents to relax in.

Transportation

Niagara is a great part of the city with respect to getting around without a car. It is very easy for pedestrians to navigate this area; most common errands can be run without having to use a car, and various businesses are especially nearby. Physically active people will also value the very bicycling-friendly nature of this neighbourhood. For instance, bike-share stations are hardly ever more than a few blocks away, and Niagara features a fairly good bicycling infrastructure. Travelling by public transit is very easy in this part of the city. For example, there are around 10 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and the closest bus stop is typically very close. However, cars are a somewhat poor transportation option in Niagara. That being said, most homes for sale are a rather short drive from the nearest highway.

Housing

The proportions of homeowners and renters are about even. The large percentage of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of this area is an important part of its character. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has happened after the year 2000. This part of Toronto is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.

Services

It is a short walk to access daycares and schools from most homes for sale in this part of Toronto. At the primary level, both public and private schools can be found. In terms of eating, it is very often feasible for home buyers in Niagara to buy general and specialty groceries by walking. Moreover, thanks to over 50 restaurants and around 10 coffee shops, this part of the city is a great area in which to go out to eat, for instance along Queen Street.