Windsor Park Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Windsor Park is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. Although this neighbourhood is not known for its lively atmosphere, its busier streets can still be quite energetic, and with its a few bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located around the corner. Windsor Park is very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. There are about 40 green spaces close by for residents to discover, including Glenmore Athletic Park and Lower Reservoir, and they are very well-situated, which results in them being easy to get to from a large number of locations in this part of the city.

Transportation

Windsor Park affords homeowners several alternative methods of transportation. This neighbourhood will appeal to people who value walkability as it is rather accommodating to walking; many daily errands can be run without a car, and plenty of businesses are rather close at hand. The bicycle is a good method of transportation in Windsor Park. The good transit service allows people to get to many destinations without needing a car by reason of Chinook Station on the Red Line - Somerset - Bridlewood/Tuscany CTrain, and approximately 10 nearby bus lines. Travelling by car is also easy in Windsor Park. It is easy to access a parking spot.

Housing

About 60% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters and the rest are occupied by owners. Small apartment buildings are the predominant housing type, representing most buildings in this part of the city, whereas the rest are mainly single detached homes. About one third of properties in this area were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This part of Calgary also has a good variety of housing sizes; houses range from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

Both general and specialty grocery stores are typically accessible within a short walk from anywhere in Windsor Park. Likewise, with over 50 restaurants and approximately 10 coffee shops, this neighbourhood is a very good place in which to eat out. It is also very easy to access a selection of clothing stores without the need for a vehicle. With respect to education, families will welcome that no matter where their house is situated in Windsor Park, schools and daycares are nearby.