Oshawa, ON Real Estate - Homes For Sale in Oshawa, Ontario
In Oshawa, most buildings are single detached homes, whereas the remainder are mainly townhouses. This city offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. About three quarters of the units in the city are occupied by homeowners whereas the rest are rented. This city did not experience a single construction boom; the construction of new dwellings in Oshawa was spread throughout several decades in the twentieth and twenty-first century. Read more about Oshawa real estate
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Transportation
The best way to navigate this city is very often driving. It is very convenient to come across a place to park. On the other hand, public transit riders may have few options in Oshawa due to the infrequent service. Thankfully, house owners are served by the Oshawa Station on the Lakeshore East Line. There are around 30 bus lines, and it is easy to get to a nearby bus stop from most residences. Many of the homes for sale in this city are located in areas that are not very well-suited for walking since very few common errands can be run on foot.
Services
Parents and their children will appreciate that no matter where their house is located in Oshawa, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, high schools are not very abundant and thus not always within walking distance. In addition to public schools, there are private primary and secondary schools. When it comes to food, a fraction of property owners in this city may be able to purchase their groceries by walking in one of over 50 stores, while others will need another means of transportation. There are also a few opportunities for those who value close by restaurants and cafes.
Character
The character of Oshawa is exemplified by its calm ambience. This city is quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic - however some parts can be quite noisy, especially near one of the railway lines, the airport (YOO) or Highway 401. Finally, parks are easy to reach, since there are over 250 of them close by for residents to unwind in and a lot of homes have a park a short walk away.