Willowdale, Waterloo Real Estate Listings

The car is usually the best transportation option in Willowdale. It is very convenient to come across a parking spot, and the majority of properties for sale are a short drive from the nearest highway, such as Highway 85. On the other hand, getting around by transit can be difficult in this part of Waterloo due to the service's low frequency. Nevertheless, the neighbourhood is served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties. Willowdale is not especially appropriate for biking because the bicycling infrastructure is sometimes poor, and bicycle riders are faced with a considerable amount of slopes. Thankfully, some bike-friendly pockets exist. Walking is also not very common in Willowdale, although many daily errands can be run without the use of a vehicle.

The nearest grocery store in Willowdale is typically only a reasonably short walk away. Moreover, a restaurant is usually just around the corner. In terms of education, in Willowdale, parents and their schoolchildren will usually be able to access both primary and secondary schools by walking. On the other hand, it can be difficult to get to daycares as a pedestrian.

The character of Willowdale is exemplified by its slower-paced ambience. Most areas in this part of Waterloo are quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - however noise can be bothersome around Highway 85. Lastly, it is easy to get to green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are a few of them close by for residents to explore.

In Willowdale, many dwellings are single detached homes, while large apartment buildings and townhouses are the main alternatives in the housing stock. A majority of the housing growth in this part of the city took place in the 1960s and 1970s. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy roughly two thirds of the units in Willowdale and one third are rented.