Parkgate Real Estate & Houses for Sale

People who prefer a slower-paced ambience will enjoy Parkgate. It is very easy to get to parks from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to check out. This area is also especially quiet, as the streets tend to be very peaceful.

Transportation

Cars are a very good mode of transportation in this area. Parking is easy. In contrast, residents using public transit may experience limited choices in this area by reason of the low service level. Nevertheless, homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most houses. This area is very amenable to bicycling as this neighbourhood has fairly good cycling infrastructure. Getting around as a pedestrian is not particularly convenient for residents in Parkgate because running common errands is sometimes difficult without needing a car.

Housing

Small apartment buildings are the main housing type, representing the vast majority of dwellings in Parkgate, while the rest are mainly single detached homes. This part of District of North Vancouver also has quite a good choice of unit sizes; however this neighbourhood is especially good for those looking for two bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy around 80% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood whereas the remainder are rented. Most of the housing growth in this area happened in the 1990s.

Services

It is a short walk to access daycares and primary schools from anywhere in Parkgate. In contrast, this neighbourhood does not contain any high schools. Regarding eating, the nearest supermarket in Parkgate is typically only a very short stroll away. Residents benefit from a few restaurants and coffee shops as well.