Jackson Heights, Edmonton, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Roughly 95% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners and 5% are occupied by renters. The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of this neighbourhood is an important part of its character. This area experienced its biggest building boom in the 1990s, so most of the available housing is from this time period. There is a higher proportion of four or more bedroom homes in this part of the city. Read more about Jackson Heights real estate
-
Advertising
Transportation
Cars are a great means of transportation in this neighbourhood. The majority of properties for sale are a short drive from the nearest highway, and it is very convenient to park. However, public transit users may experience limited options in Jackson Heights as a result of the low service level. Thankfully, there are around 20 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. Travelling by bicycle is easy in Jackson Heights because the cycling infrastructure is very comprehensive. It is occasionally difficult for pedestrians to move around in Jackson Heights as few day-to-day needs can be carried out by walking.
Services
Families will welcome the proximity to daycares and primary schools, which are within walking distance from most, if not all, properties for sale in Jackson Heights. In contrast, this area does not contain any high schools. In terms of food, it is very rarely feasible for home buyers in Jackson Heights to do their grocery shopping by walking. Nonetheless, getting to the closest pharmacy and therefore some basic food items is generally easy. There are also a limited number of options for those who value close by restaurants and cafes.
Character
Jackson Heights offers a calm atmosphere and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. There are a few public green spaces close by for residents to check out and they are very well-distributed, making it very easy to access them from a lot of locations within this area. This neighbourhood is also quiet, as the streets are usually quite peaceful.
