Georgestown, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Townhouses are the predominant housing type, representing roughly 40% of dwellings in Georgestown, while small apartment buildings and single detached homes make up most of the remaining housing stock. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood took place before the 1960s. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of three bedroom and two bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy about 70% of the properties in Georgestown while the remainder are rented. Read more about Georgestown real estate
Transportation
Georgestown will attract active house buyers because it is well-suited for walking; running daily errands is easy. Getting around by car is convenient in this part of St. John's. It is easy to access a place to park, and it is a very short drive to the closest highway from any home in this neighbourhood. On the other hand, the public transit network in Georgestown is rather poor. Thankfully, the neighbourhood is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes.
Services
It is very easy to access the nearest supermarket by walking in this area. Likewise, there are a good number of opportunities within walking distance for those who value restaurants and cafes. It is also easy to reach a selection of clothing stores on foot. With respect to education, it is a rather short walk to get to schools and daycares from any location in this part of St. John's.
Character
Georgestown is great for those who prefer quiet surroundings, as the streets are usually very calm.
