Markers Acres, Kingston Real Estate Listings

Driving is a great transportation option in this area. It is especially convenient to find a place to park, and nearby highways, such as Highway 401, are very easy to reach from any location in Markers Acres. However, travelling by transit can be sometimes challenging in this neighbourhood by reason of the low service level. Nevertheless, the neighbourhood is connected by a few bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. Despite the fact that certain bicycling-friendly areas can be found, biking is sometimes challenging in this neighbourhood as the bicycling network is not very well-developed, and there are a good number of hills. Walking is also not particularly feasible for residents in Markers Acres since running daily errands is impractical without a vehicle.

It is a very short distance to reach primary schools and daycares from most houses for sale in Markers Acres. However, this neighbourhood does not contain any high schools. Regarding food, the nearest supermarket in this neighbourhood is typically only a rather short walk away. Likewise, Markers Acres is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat, and a limited variety of cafes is available as well.

Markers Acres offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Public green spaces, like Shannon Park, are especially well-situated and there are about 20 of them nearby for residents to visit, which results in them being easy to get to from most locations within this neighbourhood. This part of the city is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic close to Highway 401 or the railway line.

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing around 45% of dwellings in Markers Acres, and the rest are mainly small apartment buildings and townhouses. Roughly half of properties in this part of Kingston were constructed between 1960 and 1980, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This neighbourhood offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes. About 60% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners and 40% are rented.

Located in Greater Kingston, Markers Acres is a car-friendly neighborhood with easy access to Highway 401. While public transit options are limited, the area offers convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes. With primary schools and daycares within walking distance, it's a family-friendly area with a quiet atmosphere and plenty of green spaces to enjoy. The housing stock is diverse, including single detached homes, apartments, and townhouses, with a mix of homeowners and renters. Whether you're interested in a two-bedroom or three-bedroom home, there are options available in this peaceful and well-connected neighborhood in Kingston, Ontario.