Oakwood Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Oakwood is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighbourhood. Although this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, the vibe can still be quite lively around its main streets, and with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by. Most areas in Oakwood are very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. There is not that much greenery in this part of the city; more specifically, residents will find that there are few tree-lined streets. Nonetheless, public green spaces, including Earlscourt Park, are especially well-situated and there are about 20 of them nearby for residents to relax in, resulting in them being very easy to reach from most locations in the neighbourhood.

Transportation

Oakwood does not necessitate use of a car since various other means of transportation are available. The transit service in this area is very practical as a consequence of about 10 nearby bus lines. Most houses for sale in this neighbourhood are located in areas that are also especially suitable for pedestrians; most day-to-day needs are very convenient to meet without the use of a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. It is convenient to move around by bicycle in Oakwood.

Housing

In Oakwood, about 45% of dwellings are small apartment buildings, while single detached homes and townhouses make up most of the remaining housing stock. This neighbourhood also has a good selection of unit sizes; it is quite easy to find houses ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. The split between homeowners and renters is about even. This neighbourhood experienced its most significant building boom before the 1960s, so most of the available housing is from this time period.

Services

Families will appreciate the proximity to daycares and schools, which are within a short distance from all houses for sale in Oakwood. Regarding food, a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a very short trip away in this part of the city. Likewise, there are over 50 restaurants and a few coffee shops to experience in Oakwood. It is also very easy to get to a variety of clothing stores by foot.