Oka, QC Real Estate - Houses For Sale in Oka, Quebec
Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing roughly 90% of buildings in Oka, and the rest of the properties are mainly duplexes. This part of the Greater Montreal metropolitan area is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Roughly 85% of the population of this municipality own their home and the rest are renters. This municipality did not experience a single construction boom; the construction of new dwellings in Oka was spread throughout several decades in the twentieth and twenty-first century. Read more about Oka real estate
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About Living in Oka, Quebec
Transportation
The favoured method to move around in this municipality is very often driving. Parking is generally easy. However, commuting by transit can be very hard in this part of the Greater Montreal metropolitan area as a result of the infrequent service. Nonetheless, property owners are served by a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is typically relatively close by. Oka is not very well-suited for those who travel by foot as common amenities such as post offices or laundromats can be a very long walk away.
Services
High schools and primary schools are not numerous in this municipality, and accordingly not always within walking distance. Additionally, parents may consider it very difficult for their kids to access daycares as a pedestrian. Regarding eating, it is very rarely possible for property owners in Oka to do their groceries on foot.
Character
Oka offers a calm environment and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. There is a fair amount of greenery in this municipality as the tree canopy coverage for the majority of streets is good. Although it is sometimes hard to get to green spaces since they are sparse. Despite that, there are a few green spaces nearby for residents to explore. This municipality is very quiet overall, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.
