Oak Point Highway Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Oak Point Highway is a great neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. Most areas in this part of Winnipeg are very quiet, as the streets are generally very tranquil - however noise can be problematic around the railway line. Lastly, green spaces, such as Woodsworth Park and Albina Park, are very well-located and there are approximately 30 of them nearby for residents to explore, making it very easy to reach them.

Transportation

Oak Point Highway is particularly car friendly. Nearby highways are especially easy to reach from any home in this area, and it is convenient to find a place to park. In contrast, travelling by public transit is challenging in Oak Point Highway. Nonetheless, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. Cycling is occasionally difficult in this area as the bicycling network is fairly poor. Thankfully, there are a limited number of hills for cyclists to brave. This neighbourhood is also not especially convenient for people who travel on foot since few day-to-day errands can be run without the use of a car.

Housing

Roughly 90% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the remainder are rented. Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing almost all dwellings in this neighbourhood, but townhouses are also present in the housing stock. Roughly 45% of properties in this area were constructed between 1980 and 1990, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s. This neighbourhood offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes.

Services

Daycares and primary schools are straightforward to get to by foot from anywhere in Oak Point Highway. On the other hand, high schools are not particularly plentiful and accordingly not always within walking distance. When it comes to food, it is typically feasible for home buyers in Oak Point Highway to do their grocery shopping without the need to get in a car. Likewise, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, and house buyers are served by a few cafes as well.