Riverside Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Riverside offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Although this neighbourhood is not known for its lively ambience, with its a few bars, it is sometimes difficult to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located within walking distance. At the same time, this neighbourhood is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.

Transportation

The favoured approach to move around in this area is very often a car. It is very easy to park, and the majority of houses for sale are a rather short drive from the nearest highway. However, Riverside is not very transit friendly. Nonetheless, there are approximately 10 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most homes. It is difficult for people walking to get around in Riverside because few common errands can be run without a car. In contrast, it is convenient to travel by bike in Riverside.

Housing

Roughly 30% of properties in Riverside were built between 1960 and 1980, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1990s. In this part of Medicine Hat, most dwellings are single detached homes, while small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home while renters make up the remainder. This area has a good choice of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

In Riverside, families will generally be able to get to daycares without a car. On the other hand, high schools are not especially plentiful in Riverside, and consequently often beyond walking distance, and there are no primary schools. With regards to eating, it is rarely an option for property owners in Riverside to buy their groceries without the need for a car. In addition, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, and residents are served by a few cafes as well.