Shawinigan, QC Real Estate - Homes For Sale in Shawinigan, Quebec
Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing many buildings in Shawinigan, whereas the remainder are mainly small apartment buildings. This city also has a good selection of unit sizes; it is quite easy to find properties ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About 60% of the population of this city own their home and 40% are renters. Around 45% of homes in this city were built pre-1960, while most of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1980s. Read more about Shawinigan real estate
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Transportation
Cars are a great transportation option in this city. It is very easy to find a parking spot. Walking is not very feasible for residents in this city as meeting daily needs is difficult on foot.
Services
There are only a few high schools and primary schools in Shawinigan and accordingly they can be a long walk away. Residents have the choice between public and private secondary schools. Likewise, daycares are not numerous and consequently not always within walking distance. As far as food is concerned, a fraction of property owners in Shawinigan may be able to shop for groceries on foot in one of approximately 40 stores, while others will have to use another means of transportation. A small variety of restaurants is available in Shawinigan as well.
Character
Shawinigan is reasonably quiet, as the streets tend to be tranquil - however some parts can be quite loud, especially around Autoroute de l'Énergie or one of the railway lines. Green spaces are spread out sporadically, which makes it sometimes difficult to get to them. Despite that, there are over 100 parks nearby for residents to unwind in, like Parc de la Rivière-Noire and Parc de l'Île-Melville.