Commercial Spaces For Lease in Rockway, Kitchener

The best approach to move around in Rockway is very often a car. It is very convenient to come across a parking spot, and many properties for sale are a very short drive from the nearest highway, such as Highway 8. However, Rockway is not an especially pleasant part of Kitchener for moving around by public transit. Nevertheless, it is convenient to find a nearby rapid transit station, including Mill Station and Borden Station on the ION Light Rail, from the bulk of houses in the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is linked by approximately 10 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually around the corner. Walking is not very popular in Rockway, although many day-to-day errands can be run without the use of a car. Getting around by bicycle is also sometimes difficult in Rockway as the cycling infrastructure is not particularly well-developed, and riding a bike is rendered arduous by the often steep terrain. Thankfully, bicycling is more feasible in some sectors than others, and there is a rather high density of cyclists.

In Rockway, families will typically be able to reach daycares and schools by walking. When it comes to food, the closest supermarket in this area is usually only a rather short trip away. In addition, there is typically a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. House buyers can find a fair number of clothing stores within a short distance.

There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Rockway. It is very easy to access parks from most locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 20 of them nearby for residents to relax in. Lastly, this part of the city is a wonderful area for those who aren't bothered by a bit of noise, as during busy hours, traffic can occasionally be loud.

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing most dwellings in Rockway, and the remaining houses are mainly small apartment buildings. This area offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes. The split between homeowners and renters is about even. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood occurred pre-1960.