Kirkness, Edmonton, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Kirkness did not experience a single building boom; the construction of new homes in Kirkness was spread throughout several decades in recent history. The majority of the housing stock of this neighbourhood consists of townhouses and small apartment buildings, and the remainder are mainly townhouses. About 55% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 45% are renters. This neighbourhood has a good choice of housing sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Read more about Kirkness real estate
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Transportation
This area is car friendly. It is convenient to come across a parking spot. In contrast, the public transit system in Kirkness is fairly poor. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood is connected by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most residences. Travelling on foot is not especially feasible for house buyers in this part of the city since few common errands can be run without the use of a car. However, Kirkness is cycling-friendly as there are not many slopes to challenge bike riders, and the cycling infrastructure is very good.
Services
Families will value the proximity to daycares and primary schools, which are within walking distance from most, if not all, houses for sale in this part of Edmonton. In contrast, there are no high schools in this neighbourhood. With respect to food, in the majority of cases, a car is required to shop for groceries. Nonetheless, reaching the nearest pharmacy and consequently some staple foods is generally convenient.
Character
Home buyers who prefer a calm atmosphere will enjoy Kirkness. This neighbourhood is very quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Lastly, there are a few public green spaces close by for residents to discover, like Kirkness Park, and they are especially well-situated, making them easy to reach.
