Keswick Area is a peaceful and charming neighborhood in Edmonton, Alberta, with a slower-paced ambience and plenty of public green spaces to explore. The predominant housing types are single detached homes and row houses, offering a choice of sizes and ideal for those seeking three bedroom homes. With 85% of properties occupied by homeowners, Keswick Area is a great place for those looking to establish roots and become part of a friendly community. Although the area may not be very convenient for walking or cycling, it is very easy to park and the low levels of traffic noise add to the overall tranquility of the neighborhood.
People who prefer a relaxed environment will enjoy Keswick Area. This neighbourhood is very quiet, as the streets are especially tranquil. Lastly, there are approximately 20 public green spaces close by for residents to check out, such as River Valley Area and Ridgecrest Park, resulting in them being easy to reach from numerous locations within this area.
Roughly three quarters of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners and one quarter are occupied by renters. In this area, about 70% of dwellings are single detached homes, while small apartment buildings make up most of the remaining housing stock. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has happened following the year 2000. This neighbourhood also has quite a good selection of unit sizes; there is a higher proportion of three bedroom homes in this area.
It is rarely an option for property owners in this part of the city to reach the closest supermarket by foot. There are a few opportunities for those who value close by restaurants. With regards to education, it is a rather short stroll to access both primary and secondary schools from most houses for sale in this part of the city. On the other hand, daycares are not particularly numerous and thus tend to require an extended trip to get to.
Driving is a very good transportation option in Keswick Area. Coming across a parking spot is quite easy. However, commuting by transit can be very difficult in this area as a result of the service's low frequency. Thankfully, the neighbourhood is served by a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is typically a short walk away. Keswick Area is not very bicycling-friendly because the cycling network is somewhat poor. Nevertheless, there are a limited number of elevation changes to challenge cyclists. It is also challenging for people walking to navigate Keswick Area as very few daily needs can be carried out without the use of a car.
