Cowie Hill, Halifax, Nova Scotia Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Roughly 60% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners and 40% are occupied by renters. About 60% of dwellings are townhouses, making it easy to find townhouses in this neighbourhood, whereas the rest are mainly small apartment buildings and single detached homes. This part of Halifax experienced its main construction boom between 1960 and 1980, so most of the available properties are from this time period. This neighbourhood also has quite a good selection of unit sizes - there is a higher proportion of three bedroom homes in this area. Read more about Cowie Hill real estate
Transportation
Cowie Hill is very car friendly. It is very easy to park. On the other hand, Cowie Hill is not an especially pleasant part of Halifax for moving around by public transit. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are ordinarily nearby. This part of the municipality is not especially suitable for those who travel by foot because many daily needs are sometimes difficult to carry out by walking.
Services
Buying one's groceries often demands the use of a car in Cowie Hill. Nonetheless, it is generally a reasonably short distance to the nearest pharmacy, which can supply some basic food items. Concerning education, it is a short walk to access primary schools and daycares from anywhere in Cowie Hill. On the other hand, this area does not have any high schools.
Character
The character of Cowie Hill is exemplified by its slower-paced ambience. There are a few parks nearby for residents to check out, making them very easy to access. This part of the municipality is also great for those who like quiet areas, as the streets tend to be very peaceful.