Old University Real Estate & Houses for Sale

The character of Old University is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. Public green spaces, like Centennial Park and Royal City Park, are very well-situated and there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to check out, making it very easy to get to them. This part of Guelph is very quiet overall, as the streets are very tranquil.

Transportation

Home buyers who value being able to walk to everything will be pleased with the reasonably pedestrian-friendly character of Old University; many daily needs are convenient to carry out without a vehicle. Bicycling is also convenient in this part of Guelph. This neighbourhood is not particularly transit friendly. Nonetheless, homeowners can rely on the Guelph Central with access to the Kitchener. Property owners are served by approximately 20 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is typically around the corner. However, the best method to navigate Old University is very often driving. It is very convenient to come across a parking spot, and it is a reasonably short drive to the nearest highway from any home in this part of the city.

Housing

Roughly 55% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the remainder are rented. In this neighbourhood, about half of buildings are single detached homes, while the remainder are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and duplexes. Roughly 40% of properties in this part of the city were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1990s. This neighbourhood has a good variety of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

It is often feasible for house buyers in Old University to purchase groceries by walking. Additionally, there is usually a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. In terms of education, it is a very short trip to access daycares and primary schools from any location in this part of Guelph. On the other hand, families may consider it difficult for their kids to access high schools by foot.