Timberlea Real Estate & Houses for Sale

The character of Timberlea is exemplified by its calm ambience. The greenery in this part of Kirkland is quite prominent as the tree canopy coverage for numerous streets is fairly good. It is very easy to reach green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to discover. This area is also very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.

Transportation

Timberlea is very car friendly. The majority of real estate listings are a very short drive from the nearest highway, such as Autoroute Félix-Leclerc, and it is especially convenient to park. In contrast, commuting by transit can be challenging in Timberlea due to the low service level. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and it is straightforward to find a nearby bus stop from most residences. Timberlea is bike-friendly since the area is reasonably flat. On the other hand, Timberlea is not very well-suited for those who get around by foot because common amenities such as barbers or laundromats can be an extended walk away.

Housing

Roughly half of properties in Timberlea were built in the 1980s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 1990s. The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of this neighbourhood is an important part of its character. Homeowners occupy roughly 95% of the units in the neighbourhood and 5% are occupied by renters. However this neighbourhood is notable for those looking for four or more bedroom homes.

Services

Property owners in Timberlea commonly have to use a vehicle to purchase their groceries. Residents are served by a few restaurants and cafes as well. With regards to education, parents and their children will find that wherever their property is located in Timberlea, daycares are nearby. In contrast, this area does not contain any primary schools or high schools.