Westdale South, Hamilton, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In Westdale South, roughly 40% of dwellings are large apartment buildings, but small apartment buildings and single detached homes are also present in the housing stock. This area has a good variety of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About two thirds of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters and one third are occupied by owners. Most of the housing growth in this part of the city took place before the 1960s. Read more about Westdale South real estate
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Transportation
Westdale South will attract property owners that appreciate different modes of transportation. Westdale South is a fairly pleasant part of Hamilton for travelling by public transit. More precisely, residents benefit from a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most properties. Westdale South is also conducive to those who travel by foot; many daily needs can be met without needing to use a car. Biking is challenging in this part of the city as the cycling infrastructure is not very comprehensive, and cyclists encounter a significant amount of elevation changes. Nonetheless, a few bicycling-friendly areas exist.
Services
It is very often an option for property owners in this area to purchase general and specialty groceries on foot. Moreover, there are a good number of choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also easy to get to a number of clothing stores on foot, for example along King Street. Regarding education, parents and their schoolchildren will appreciate that no matter where their house is located in Westdale South, schools and daycares are close by.
Character
Westdale South is a fairly good neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a slower-paced environment. Public green spaces are very easy to get to since there are a few of them nearby for residents to unwind in. Most areas in this neighbourhood are reasonably quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic - although there are still several noisier sections, especially closer to Highway 403.