Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Despite the somewhat busy feel, there are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North. Public green spaces, like Frank Ryan Park and Pinecrest Recreation Complex and Park, are very well-situated and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to check out, resulting in them being easy to access from the majority of locations in the neighbourhood. Finally, this neighbourhood has many areas that are very serene and quiet, although other spots can be noisy, especially closer to Highway 417.

Transportation

This part of Ottawa presents property owners with the choice between various modes of transportation. The fairly good public transit infrastructure makes transit a viable option for many people owing to over 50 nearby bus lines. Walking is also moderately convenient for property owners in this neighbourhood; running day-to-day errands is easy without a car. Commuting by bicycle is convenient in this neighbourhood because this area has fairly good cycling infrastructure.

Housing

The split between homeowners and renters is about even. Large apartment buildings are the main housing type, representing around 40% of buildings in this area, and the remainder are mainly single detached homes and townhouses. About 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This part of Ottawa also has a good selection of unit sizes - it is quite easy to find houses ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

It is straightforward to access the closest supermarket by foot in Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North. Likewise, there is generally a restaurant or cafe just around the corner, for instance on Carling Avenue. A reasonable choice of clothing stores is also available within a rather short walking distance. With regards to education, it is a short stroll to reach daycares and schools from any location in Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North.