Open Houses in Elm Park, Winnipeg

Physically active house buyers will enjoy the reasonably pedestrian-friendly nature of Elm Park; carrying out day-to-day needs is convenient on foot, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This part of the city is also a fairly convenient part of Winnipeg for cyclists. More specifically, riding is made easier by the generally flat terrain, and there are a fair number of bike lanes. Commuting by public transit is sometimes difficult in Elm Park. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and bus stops are typically nearby. In contrast, the car is very often the preferred method to move around in Elm Park. The majority of houses for sale are a very short drive from the closest highway, and it is very convenient to park.

House buyers in this neighbourhood will welcome that a grocery store is always only a rather short walk away. Moreover, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner. Residents benefit from a good number of nearby clothing stores. In terms of education, families will value that wherever their home is situated in this part of Winnipeg, schools and daycares are nearby.

Elm Park offers a great variety of green spaces to enjoy, despite its sometimes busy feel. There are a few parks close by for residents to unwind in and they are especially well-distributed, making them very easy to get to. This area remains relatively quiet, as there are few pedestrians; however.

The homes in this part of Winnipeg are very old, because around 80% of its dwellings were built prior to the 1960s, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s. The substantial percentage of single detached homes in the housing stock of this area is an important part of its character. Homeowners occupy about 80% of the dwellings in Elm Park while the rest are rented. This area offers mainly two bedroom and three bedroom homes.