Condos For Rent in Harewood, Nanaimo

This part of the city is a fairly pleasant part of Nanaimo for pedestrians; many common errands can be run without a car. This area is also reasonably conducive to bicycling since the cycling infrastructure is good. Public transit users may have limited choices in Harewood due to the low service level. Thankfully, there are approximately 10 bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and bus stops are usually around the corner. In contrast, the favoured way to get around in this part of the city is very often a car. It is convenient to park, and nearby highways are fairly easy to reach from any location in Harewood.

Home buyers in Harewood will welcome that a grocery store is always only a reasonably short walk away. Likewise, there is often a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. Concerning education, it is a short stroll to get to daycares and schools from most properties for sale in Harewood.

Harewood is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of the city. Although the ambience is not the most lively in this part of the city finding one of the around 10 bars is easy since they are generally situated in reasonably convenient locations. Harewood is very quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. It is easy to access public green spaces from numerous locations within the neighbourhood since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to relax in.

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing about 40% of buildings in Harewood, while small apartment buildings and duplexes make up most of the remaining housing stock. Roughly one third of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This area has a good choice of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About 55% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and the rest are renters.

Harewood is a serene and family-friendly neighborhood located in the Greater Nanaimo metropolitan area of British Columbia. Conveniently accessible by car, the area boasts ample parking and is within close proximity to major highways. With schools, daycares, supermarkets, restaurants, and coffee shops nearby, Harewood is a suitable location for families. The neighborhood offers a peaceful ambiance, with minimal street noise and numerous nearby parks, including Buttertubs Marsh Park and Bowen Park. Housing options in Harewood are diverse, with a mix of single detached homes, small apartment buildings, duplexes, and townhouses, offering a range of unit sizes and ownership options. Residents will enjoy the charm and amenities that this delightful neighborhood has to offer.