Westboro, Ottawa, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In Westboro, around 30% of dwellings are single detached homes, and the remaining properties are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses. About 40% of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed prior to the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 2000s. This part of Ottawa has a good variety of housing sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Around 55% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home while renters make up the remainder. Read more about Westboro real estate
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Transportation
Westboro will appeal to home buyers that use different modes of transportation. The public transit system in this area is very practical. For instance, it is easy to come across a nearby rapid transit station, such as Westboro 1b and Westboro 2a on the 75 |, from the majority of residences in the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is connected by approximately 40 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually just around the corner. Westboro is also a fairly convenient part of Ottawa for pedestrians; many day-to-day errands can be run without having to resort to a vehicle. Westboro is very appropriate for cycling because there are countless bike lanes.
Services
Parents and their kids will welcome that wherever their house is situated in Westboro, daycares and schools are nearby. Regarding eating, it is generally practical for property owners in this part of the city to buy their groceries by walking. Additionally, Westboro is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat, and a small selection of coffee shops is available as well. A decent selection of clothing stores can also be found within a reasonably short walking distance.
Character
Westboro is a good neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a relaxed ambience. This area is quiet overall, as the streets are usually peaceful - although there are still several noisier sections, especially closer to Highway 417. Finally, green spaces, like Byron Linear Tramway Park, are very well-spread out and there are around 10 of them close by for residents to discover, which makes it easy to get to them.
