Vanier, Oshawa, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In Vanier, about 30% of dwellings are single detached homes, but large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes. The proportions of renters and homeowners are about even. The homes in this neighbourhood are quite old, because about 45% of its buildings were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960. Read more about Vanier real estate
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Transportation
A majority of the houses for sale in this neighbourhood are located in areas that are convenient for those who travel by foot; many daily errands can be run without having to use a vehicle. Cars are a great medium of transportation in Vanier. It is a short drive to the nearest highway, such as Highway 401, from anywhere in Vanier, and it is very easy to park. However, the public transit network in this area is sometimes poor. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties.
Services
It is a rather short walk to access daycares and primary schools from most homes for sale in this neighbourhood. On the other hand, there are no high schools in Vanier. With regards to food, it is very easy to access the closest grocery store by walking in Vanier. Likewise, this part of Oshawa is a good place in which to eat out, and house buyers are served by a few cafes as well. It is also easy to reach a variety of clothing stores on foot.
Character
Vanier offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of Oshawa is good for those who like a quiet atmosphere, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - although that is not the case close to Highway 401 or the railway line. Finally, reaching parks is easy in the neighbourhood since there are about 10 of them nearby for residents to explore.
