Parkhill Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Parkhill has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. Although this part of the city is not known for its lively atmosphere, with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located close by. Parkhill is wonderful for those who prefer quiet areas, as the streets are usually especially tranquil. Access to green spaces in the neighbourhood, such as Stanley Park, is very easy since there are about 30 of them nearby for residents to check out.

Transportation

This neighbourhood provides home buyers with the choice between a diversity of means of transportation. Parkhill is moderately suitable for people who prefer to get around by walking; many common errands can be run without the use of a car, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. Parkhill will also attract physically active people because it is rather suited for biking. More specifically, there are a good number of bike lanes. Owing to 2 rapid transit stations (39th Avenue Station and Erlton / Stampede Station) on the Red Line - Somerset - Bridlewood/Tuscany CTrain, and a few nearby bus lines, the transit system in Parkhill is fairly good. This neighbourhood is also moderately car friendly. It is very easy to park.

Housing

In Parkhill, roughly one third of dwellings are single detached homes, while large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses are also present in the housing stock. This part of the city has a good selection of housing sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 40% are renters. The homes in this part of the city are quite new, since roughly 40% of its dwellings were constructed after the year 2000, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s.

Services

It is easy to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store as a pedestrian from anywhere in Parkhill. In addition, with around 30 restaurants and a few coffee shops, Parkhill is a very good place in which to eat out. It is also very easy to access a selection of clothing stores without a car. In terms of education, parents and their schoolchildren will value the proximity to daycares and schools, which are within walking distance from most homes for sale in this neighbourhood.