Southdale, Kitchener Real Estate Listings

Southdale is a fairly pleasant part of Kitchener for pedestrians; many daily needs can be carried out without the use of a vehicle. In contrast, biking is occasionally difficult in this area because there are quite a few slopes. Thankfully, a few bicycling-friendly sectors can be found, and the cycling network is fairly good. Driving is a very good transportation option in Southdale. It is a short drive to the closest highway, such as Highway 7, from any home in Southdale, and parking is easy. However, the public transit system in this part of the city is not particularly accessible. Nonetheless, it is easy to come across a nearby rapid transit station, including Mill Station on the 301 | Ion, from the bulk of properties in the neighbourhood. Homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is generally very close.

It is a reasonably short walk to get to both primary and secondary schools from anywhere in Southdale. In contrast, parents may consider it difficult for their schoolchildren to access daycares on foot. As far as food is concerned, the closest grocery store in this neighbourhood is typically only a reasonably short walk away. Additionally, Southdale is a fairly good place in which to eat out.

Southdale offers a slower-paced environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This neighbourhood is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour - although there are still several louder areas, especially close to the railway line or Highway 7. Lastly, it is very easy to reach green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are about 10 of them nearby for residents to unwind in.

Around two thirds of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home while the rest are owners. In this area, the majority of buildings are small apartment buildings, while single detached homes and townhouses are the main alternatives in the housing stock. The homes in this neighbourhood are quite old, because roughly 40% of its dwellings were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960. This part of the city is primarily composed of one bedroom and two bedroom homes.