Uptown Real Estate & Houses for Sale
Uptown is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighbourhood. Even though the ambience is not the liveliest in this part of Saint John, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and it is very easy to find places to go out at night as they are well-distributed throughout the neighbourhood. Uptown is very good for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Green spaces are especially well-situated and there are about 20 of them nearby for residents to unwind in, which makes it easy to access them.
Transportation
Walking is especially feasible for home buyers in Uptown; many common errands can be run without a car, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This part of the city is also reasonably suited for biking since the bicycling infrastructure is rather well-developed. Getting around by car is convenient in Uptown. Many houses for sale are a very short car ride from the nearest highway, and it is easy to find a parking spot. In contrast, Uptown is not an especially pleasant part of Saint John for moving around by public transit. Thankfully, homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes.
Housing
Most homes in Uptown were built pre-1960, during its main construction boom. In this neighbourhood, the majority of buildings are small apartment buildings, and the rest are mainly large apartment buildings. About 85% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters and 15% are occupied by owners. This part of the city is especially good for those looking for one bedroom homes.
Services
It is very convenient to access the nearest supermarket as a pedestrian in Uptown. Likewise, there are a good number of choices for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. Property owners benefit from a fair number of clothing stores within a short distance. In terms of education, daycares and schools are especially convenient to access without a car from most houses for sale in this part of the city.