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MENZIE
Avenue, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - 2 bedroom bungalow in the Ward. Portage your canoe or kayak a short walk down to the Eramosa river ...
6
FERNDALE
Road, Lions Head, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Cozy country home on just under 1 acre, walking distance to beautiful village of Lions Head and the ...
20
SHACKLETON
DR, 32
, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Welcome Home to 20 Shackleton Drive, Unit 32! This adorable and generously sized end unit executive...
38 SUFFOLK ST W
, Guelph, Ontario,
Canada
Exhibition Park
Exquisite ""Edwardian"" Red Brick,2.5 Storey,In The Heart Of Downtown Guelph.Stately Oak Front Doors,Sidelights+Beveled ...
#506 -8 CHRISTOPHER CRT
, Guelph, Ontario,
Canada
Hanlon Creek
Welcome To 8 Christopher Crt , A South End Condo Located On The 5th Floor With A Great View From The Corner Balcony. You...
8
Christopher
CRT, 506
, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Welcome to 8 Christopher Crt , a south end condo located on the fifth floor with a great view from ...
10 OLD RUBY LANE
, Puslinch, Ontario,
Canada
Rural Puslinch
Stunning 3300 Sq. Ft Bungalow In Desirable Puslinch, On Just 5 Min From Hwy. 401. Situated On A 1 Acre Lot With A ...
122
Freshmeadow
Way, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Dreaming of homeownership? Your search ends here and the dream becomes a reality. Discover this well...
269 MILLVIEW CRT
, Guelph/Eramosa, Ontario,
Canada
Rockwood
Located In Rockwood, 30 Minutes From Pearson Airport And The Gta. Custom Bungalow Will Surely Impress! Sizeable 2540 Sq ...
#5 -101 FREDERICK DR
, Guelph, Ontario,
Canada
Pine Ridge
Executive One Level Town Home Waiting For Your Personal Touches. Enter Off Your Courtyard Into This 1600+ Sq Ft Home. ...
4569 CONCESSION 11
, Puslinch, Ontario,
Canada
Rural Puslinch
Imagine A Home Satisfying All Of Your Families Desires Without Giving Up The Refinement And Quality You Want. This ...
101
Guelph
Street, Rockwood, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - A fabulous opportunity for a mixed-use building. Whether you have a dream of running your own ...
101
Guelph
STREET, Guelph/Eramosa, ON,
Canada
(Rockwood)
A Fabulous Opportunity For A Mixed-Use Building. Whether You Have A Dream Of Running Your Own Business & Need A Place To...
42
Bedford
Road, Lot 2
, Guelph/Eramosa, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Looking to buy a nice Christmas gift? Here is one that will knock your families socks off! A brand ...
10
OLD RUBY LANE
., Puslinch, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Welcome to 10 Old Ruby Lane this stunning 3300 sq.ft. Custom Built Charleston Bungalow was spared no...
269
MILLVIEW
CRT, Rockwood, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Located in picturesque Rockwood, 30 minutes from Pearson Airport and the GTA. This beautiful custom ...
40
White Bark
Way, Belwood, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Fabulous community for retirees, seniors or empty nesters looking to downsize their space but not ...
145
Coker
CRES, Guelph/Eramosa, ON,
Canada
(Rockwood)
Directions: Due To Construction Take Hwy 7 To Ridge Rd. Left Onto Joliffe Ave. Then Left Onto Coker Cres. Worth The ...
23
Woodlawn
Road East, 804
, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Expansive, 8th floor views of Riverside Park, Speed River valley and countryside to the north! This ...
4569
Concession 11
., Puslinch, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Imagine a home satisfying all of your families desires without giving up the refinement and quality ...
23
Hughes
Street, Collingwood, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Gorgeous never lived in Sunvale Home. Check out the amazing views of the escarpment and treed area ...
125
Downey
Road, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Your search has ended! This fabulous bungalow with outstanding gardens beckons you as soon as you ...
101
Frederick
DR, 5
, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Executive one level town home waiting for your personal touches. Enter off your courtyard into this ...
55
YARMOUTH
Street, 702
, Guelph, ON,
Canada
Guelph and District - Okay, so you’d like to live DOWNTOWN close to everything... maybe a nice apartment all on one floor....
Choosing the right neighbourhood is an important part of finding a home. If you love the house but hate the neighbours, or have the perfect kitchen but have an agonizing two-hour commute, you’re never going to feel completely comfortable living there.
Your best bet is to figure out if your neighbourhood is a good fit with your family before you start looking for a home there (or certainly before you put in an offer). Spend some time there; take a walk through the streets, visit local shops and restaurants, and pick up a community paper to get a sense of the area’s personality.
Here are few questions that can help you figure out if a neighbourhood is right for you:
What does the area look like? Do homes look cared for? Even in moderately-priced areas, pride of ownership helps keep property values up. Keep an eye out for signs of neglect like overgrown laws, houses in need of paint and vacant lots (which can be zoned for commercial use, or end up getting used as dumps). On the other hand, if an area has a lot of neglected-looking homes but you notice that a number look like they’ve been recently renovated, that may be a sign that the neighborhood is becoming gentrified; buying a home there and fixing it up can be a good long-term investment.
What types of people live there? Families? Retirees? First-time homeowners? Professionals with no kids? An area populated mainly by young families, for example, will feel very different from one with lots of college and university students.
How convenient is it? Figure out how far you’ll have to travel to do everyday stuff like grocery shopping. Where’s the closest gym? Dry cleaner? Post office? What about parks and recreational facilities? Being close to amenities isn’t important to everyone, but it’s a real day-to-day time saver, and can make the difference in the feel of a neighborhood; a place where people walk to the store and the library has a very different flavor than an area where people have to drive everywhere they need to go.
Is it a safe place to live? Vandalism and deterrents like “Beware of dog” signs or bars on windows can mean there’s a high crime rate in the area. Keep an eye out for graffiti, too – it could be a sign of gang activity. Check with local police for info about crimes in the area; they’ll also be able to tell you about how active area residents are in terms of crime prevention and community policing.
Are there schools nearby? If you have kids, proximity and quality of schools is a major consideration. Talk with people who live in the area, and call local schools or check online to get test scores and ratings. Figure out exactly where schools are located to see if your kids can walk or if they’ll have to be driven or bussed.
How long will it take to get to work? Do a dry run of your commute in rush hour. Figure out how often buses run past your house or how far you are from a major highway. If you need access to the airport, is it easy to get there by car, bus or taxi?
What are the property values like? Your home is an investment, so it pays to buy in an area where properties will increase in value. Ask your REALTOR® for info on property values in the area for the last 10 years so you can get a sense of how much they have gone up over time.
What’s in store for the area? Development can change the personality of a neighborhood, and increase taxes and traffic. Look for new construction in the area and check with city hall or the local chamber of commerce for planned housing developments, new facilities, new retailers, etc.
Is it quiet or noisy? Visit the area at different times of day to get a sense of the noise level. A quiet street may be party central once the sun goes down, and an area near a highway may be fine at most times, but noisy at rush hour. Listen for barking dogs, traffic noise, overhead planes, and loud music.
Finding a neighborhood you like is just as important as living in a home you love. Good neighbors, great amenities, nice schools and cool shops can make or break how you feel about your house or condo. So talk to a REALTOR® who specializes in the area you’re interested in, do your research, and you should be able to find a community that fits your needs and your lifestyle.
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