Condos For Sale in Fort Townshend, St. John's

Active property owners will value the very pedestrian-friendly character of Fort Townshend; carrying out day-to-day needs is easy, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. However, this part of the city is not especially suited for bicycling because the topography is not very flat, and there are a limited number of bike lanes. Residents using public transit may have limited choices in Fort Townshend as a result of the low service level. Thankfully, house owners benefit from a few bus lines, and bus stops are typically nearby. On the other hand, driving is a reasonably good medium of transportation in Fort Townshend. It is easy to find a place to park, and the majority of properties for sale are a very short car ride from the nearest highway.

In Fort Townshend, parents and their children will usually be able to access both primary and secondary schools by walking. However, it can be challenging to reach daycares as a pedestrian. When it comes to eating, home buyers in Fort Townshend will appreciate that a grocery store is always only a very short walk away. Residents benefit from a few restaurants and coffee shops as well.

Fort Townshend is reasonably good for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Although this part of the city is not known for its lively atmosphere, its main streets can still be quite dynamic.

The split between homeowners and renters is about even. Around one quarter of dwellings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in this neighbourhood, while the remainder are mainly single detached homes. Most housing in this area was built pre-1960, during its largest construction boom. This part of St. John's is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes.