Shellmont Real Estate & Houses for Sale

People who prefer a relaxed environment will enjoy Shellmont. It is easy to access public green spaces from numerous locations within the neighbourhood since there are about 20 of them close by for residents to discover. This part of Richmond is very quiet overall, as the streets tend to be very tranquil.

Transportation

Shellmont is a very good part of Richmond for travelling by car. Accessing a parking spot is quite easy, and many real estate listings are a rather short drive from the closest highway, such as Steveston Offramp Highway. On the other hand, getting around by public transit is difficult in Shellmont. Nonetheless, residents benefit from approximately 10 bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. Most homes for sale in this part of Richmond are located in places that are not especially conducive to those who travel on foot as few common errands can be run without needing to use a car. On the other hand, Shellmont is cycling-friendly since there are a limited number of slopes for cyclists to brave.

Housing

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing roughly 45% of dwellings in Shellmont, whereas the remainder are mainly duplexes. Around 45% of homes in this neighbourhood were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built in the 1980s and the 2000s. This area offers mainly three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy around 70% of the dwellings in Shellmont and 30% are rented.

Services

In this part of Richmond, parents and their children will generally be able to access daycares and schools by walking. Concerning food, a supermarket is typically reachable within a rather short trip from any home in Shellmont. Likewise, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of options, and a limited variety of coffee shops is available as well.