Open Houses in Des Explorateurs, Gatineau

Driving is very often the preferred way to navigate this part of Gatineau. Nearby highways are quite easy to reach from any home in this part of the city, and it is convenient to park. However, the public transit service in Des Explorateurs is not particularly frequent. Thankfully, rapid transit stations, including Principale/Bancroft, Arthur-Croteau/Xavier and chemin d'AYLMER/SAMUEL-EDEY with access to the Rapibus 800, are not very far away from the bulk of properties in the urban village. Residents are served by about 20 bus lines, and bus stops are typically nearby. Many of the homes for sale in this urban village are located in places that are not especially conducive to those who travel by foot because few day-to-day needs can be carried out without having to use a vehicle. In contrast, moving around by bicycle is convenient in Des Explorateurs because the cycling network is comprehensive.

It is a very short walk to get to primary schools and daycares from any location in this part of Gatineau. However, there are only a limited number of high schools and consequently they can be an extended walk away. Residents have the choice between public and private elementary schools. With respect to eating, the nearest grocery store in Des Explorateurs is typically only a rather short walk away. Residents benefit from about 20 restaurants and coffee shops as well.

Des Explorateurs is very quiet overall, as the streets tend to be especially tranquil.

About 70% of the population of this urban village own their home and 30% are renters. In this area, around 40% of buildings are single detached homes, whereas the rest are mainly small apartment buildings and townhouses. Around one third of properties in this urban village were constructed after the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s. This area is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes.