River-Osborne, Winnipeg, Manitoba Real Estate and Homes for Sale
About half of buildings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in River-Osborne, and the remaining properties are mainly large apartment buildings. However this part of the city is especially good for those looking for one bedroom homes. Renters occupy around 80% of the properties in River-Osborne and 20% are occupied by owners. About 45% of properties in this part of Winnipeg were constructed pre-1960, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s. Read more about River-Osborne real estate
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Transportation
No matter the means of transportation, it is very straightforward to travel in River-Osborne. This neighbourhood will attract active people because it is very convenient for walking; many daily needs can be met without having to use a vehicle, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. River-Osborne is very transit friendly by reason of many nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Blue |, and about 10 nearby bus lines. Cars are also a very good transportation option in River-Osborne. It is a very short drive to the closest highway from anywhere in this neighbourhood.
Services
In this neighbourhood, parents and their children will almost always be able to reach primary schools and daycares on foot. On the other hand, this area does not have any high schools. As far as eating is concerned, it is straightforward to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store by walking from most homes for sale in this area. Moreover, those who enjoy dining in restaurants or cafes will have a fair number of choices in River-Osborne. A reasonable variety of clothing stores is also available within a rather short walking distance.
Character
There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in River-Osborne, despite its sometimes busy feel. Public green spaces, including Donald Riverbank, are especially well-spread out and there are a few of them nearby for residents to explore, which makes them very easy to reach. Lastly, this part of the city is a fairly good area for those who don't mind a little noise, since during busy hours, traffic can occasionally be bothersome, although there are still several quieter pockets.