Barrhaven

Barrhaven East is a serene and picturesque neighborhood perfect for those seeking a peaceful living environment. With an abundance of green spaces like Stonebridge on the Jock and Heart's Desire Forest/Park, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for recreation and relaxation. The community is family-friendly, with easy access to daycare and primary schools, ensuring a great start for young learners. Commuting is convenient, featuring numerous bus lines and bike lanes, making travel enjoyable. Whether you prefer single-family homes or charming apartment buildings, Barrhaven East offers a welcoming atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Enjoy life in this attractive neighborhood!

Home buyers who prefer a slower-paced environment will enjoy Barrhaven East. The noise levels in this area are especially low, as the streets tend to be very peaceful. Lastly, there are about 40 green spaces close by for residents to check out, such as Stonebridge on the Jock and Heart's Desire Forest / Park, and they are very well-spread out, making it very easy to access them.

Roughly 80% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas renters occupy the remainder. Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing about 45% of dwellings in this area, whereas the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. This neighbourhood experienced its most significant construction boom following the year 2000, so most of the available properties are from this time period. This neighbourhood offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes.

It is generally feasible for home buyers in Barrhaven East to buy groceries by walking. There are also a limited number of choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. Regarding education, in Barrhaven East, parents and their children will usually be able to get to daycares and primary schools by walking. However, it can be difficult to reach high schools as a pedestrian.

Commuting by car is convenient in Barrhaven East. It is convenient to park. However, the public transit service in this part of Ottawa is not particularly frequent. Nevertheless, commuters benefit from various rapid transit stations. There are about 20 bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. This part of Ottawa is quite amenable to cycling as there are a good number of bike lanes, and cyclists do not face serious slopes. Barrhaven East is not particularly convenient for walking because running daily errands is sometimes difficult.

Barrhaven West is a serene neighborhood characterized by its tranquil atmosphere and welcoming community. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, residents have easy access to approximately 30 parks, such as Stonebridge on the Jock and W.C. Levesque Fields, ideal for leisurely strolls or family outings. With a mix of single detached homes and townhouses, the area offers a range of housing options, primarily catering to families with a higher proportion of three-bedroom homes. Residents can enjoy convenient proximity to schools, daycares, and a variety of supermarkets and dining options, making Barrhaven West a charming place to call home.

Barrhaven West offers a calm ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of the city is great for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, there are around 30 parks close by for residents to explore, like Stonebridge on the Jock and W.C. Levesque Fields, and they are very well-spread out, making them easy to reach from a lot of locations in Barrhaven West.

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing many buildings in Barrhaven West, and the rest of the properties are mainly townhouses. This part of Ottawa also has quite a good choice of housing size options - there is a higher proportion of three bedroom homes in this area. Around 85% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners while renters occupy the remainder. Most housing in this part of the city was built following the year 2000, during its biggest building boom.

Reaching one of approximately 10 supermarkets on foot is practical for some, but not all, property owners in Barrhaven West. There are also a few choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. In terms of education, daycares and primary schools are straightforward to walk to from anywhere in this part of Ottawa. On the other hand, it can be challenging to reach high schools on foot. Families benefit from public and private elementary schools.

Driving is very often the preferred way to navigate Barrhaven West. It is easy to park. On the other hand, the public transit network in this part of Ottawa is not especially accessible. Thankfully, the nearest rapid transit station, such as Kilbirnie / Blackleaf, River Mist / Brambling and Marketplace 1a (a), is ordinarily a short walk away from most homes in the neighbourhood. There are approximately 20 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally just around the corner. A majority of the houses for sale in this part of Ottawa are located in places that are not particularly well-suited for walking because few day-to-day needs can be carried out by walking. However, commuting by bicycle is easy in Barrhaven West as there are a good number of bike lanes, and riding is facilitated by the generally flat terrain.