Glebe - Dows Lake, Ottawa, Ontario Real Estate and Homes for Sale
In Glebe - Dows Lake, roughly one third of buildings are small apartment buildings, but large apartment buildings, single detached homes, and townhouses are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood has a good choice of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. The proportions of renters and homeowners are about even. This part of the city experienced its largest construction boom pre-1960, so most of the available housing is from this era. Read more about Glebe - Dows Lake real estate
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Transportation
Regardless of the means of transportation, it is very simple to get around in Glebe - Dows Lake. With a few nearby bus lines, the very good public transit infrastructure allows people to get to many destinations without needing a vehicle. Walking is also very practical for residents in this part of the city; many day-to-day errands can be run without having to use a vehicle, and various businesses are close by. This neighbourhood will appeal to physically active home buyers because it is very suited for cycling. In particular, the cycling network is very well-developed.
Services
It is a short walk to access schools and daycares from most houses for sale in this neighbourhood. In terms of food, it is usually feasible for home buyers in Glebe - Dows Lake to purchase general and specialty groceries on foot. Likewise, there are a good number of opportunities for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also easy to access a variety of clothing stores on foot.
Character
Glebe - Dows Lake has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Although this part of Ottawa is not known for its vibrancy, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Glebe - Dows Lake is reasonably quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic, although that is not the case closer to the railway line or Highway 417. There are around 10 green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, like Lansdowne Park, and they are especially well-situated, making it easy to reach them.
