James Bay, Victoria, British Columbia Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In James Bay, roughly half of dwellings are small apartment buildings, while large apartment buildings and townhouses are also present in the housing stock. This part of the city offers mainly two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Around 70% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and 30% are owners. This area experienced its largest building boom in the 1960s and 1970s, so most of the available properties are from this time period. Read more about James Bay real estate
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Transportation
James Bay affords homeowners several alternative means of transportation. Physically active people will welcome the very pedestrian-friendly character of this area; running common errands is easy by walking, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. The public transit service in James Bay is reasonably good. The neighbourhood is served by around 30 bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. James Bay is also car friendly. It is easy to find a parking spot.
Services
Property owners in James Bay will be pleased to learn that a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short walk away. In addition, there is usually a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. Residents benefit from a fair number of clothing stores within walking distance, for example along Government Street. With regards to education, families will appreciate that no matter where their home is situated in James Bay, schools and daycares are nearby.
Character
James Bay offers a relaxed ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Public green spaces are very easy to access since there are about 10 of them nearby for residents to explore. This area is also reasonably quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.
