Renfrew Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Renfrew is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighbourhood. Although the atmosphere is not the most lively in this part of Calgary, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and finding one of the approximately 10 nightlife venues is very easy because they are generally situated in very convenient locations. Renfrew is very quiet, as the streets tend to be very tranquil. Reaching green spaces in the neighbourhood, including Saint Patrick's Island and Deerfoot Athletic Park, is very easy since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore.

Transportation

This part of the city provides home buyers with several alternative means of transportation. The transit network in this part of Calgary is rather accessible. Commuters can count on Bridgeland - Memorial Station and Zoo Station on the Blue Line - Saddletowne/69 Street CTrain. There are about 30 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and it is especially convenient to get to a nearby bus stop from most properties. House buyers who want to live in a community that's walkable will also welcome the rather pedestrian-friendly nature of this part of Calgary; running daily errands is easy without the use of a vehicle, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. This neighbourhood will attract active people because it is rather suitable for bicycling. In particular, Renfrew is home to good cycling infrastructure, and the terrain is mainly flat.

Housing

In Renfrew, about 30% of buildings are small apartment buildings, while the remainder are mainly duplexes and single detached homes. Roughly one third of homes in this neighbourhood were built pre-1960, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 2000s. This area has a good variety of housing sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About 55% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 45% are renters.

Services

Both general and specialty grocery stores are typically accessible within a reasonably short stroll from most houses for sale in Renfrew. In addition, those who like to dine out won't have to walk far in Renfrew, where over 50 restaurants and around 10 cafes can be found. It is also a rather short distance to a good variety of clothing stores. As far as education is concerned, in Renfrew, parents and their kids will generally be able to reach schools and daycares without the use of a vehicle.