Lower Doon, Kitchener, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Lower Doon did not experience a single building boom; the construction of new dwellings in the neighbourhood was spread throughout several decades in recent history. Single detached homes and townhouses are the predominant housing type in this part of Kitchener. Homeowners occupy about 70% of the dwellings in Lower Doon whereas the rest are rented. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Read more about Lower Doon real estate
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Transportation
Lower Doon is very car friendly. Most real estate listings are a short drive from the closest highway, such as Highway 401, and parking is generally easy. On the other hand, Lower Doon is not very transit friendly. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most residences. Lower Doon is quite amenable to biking as there are a fair number of bike lanes. This part of the city is not very conducive to those who travel by foot since most daily needs are inconvenient to carry out by walking.
Services
Parents and their schoolchildren will value that no matter where their home is located in Lower Doon, primary schools are close by. However, there are no high schools in this area. With respect to food, buying one's groceries generally necessitates the use of a car in Lower Doon. There are a few restaurants and cafes in Lower Doon.
Character
Lower Doon offers a calm environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of Kitchener is quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - however noise can be an issue around Highway 401. Finally, it is very easy to get to parks in the neighbourhood, since most properties have one close by and there are a few public green spaces close by for residents to relax in.