Overlanders, Edmonton, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Over half of the housing stock of Overlanders consists of townhouses and small apartment buildings, and the remaining houses are mainly single detached homes. Around 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were built between 1960 and 1980, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1980s and the 1990s. This part of the city also has a good variety of housing sizes; it is quite easy to find properties ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About two thirds of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and one third are owners. Read more about Overlanders real estate
Transportation
This neighbourhood is especially car friendly. It is straightforward to park, and nearby highways are very easy to drive to from any location in this area. In contrast, the public transit network in Overlanders is rather limited. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighbourhood, and it is very convenient to find a nearby bus stop from most properties. Overlanders is amenable to biking because Overlanders has a fairly good cycling infrastructure. Travelling on foot is not very practical for residents in Overlanders as few daily errands can be run without the use of a vehicle.
Services
Purchasing one's groceries often demands the use of a vehicle in Overlanders. In terms of education, it is a reasonably short walk to reach daycares and primary schools from any location in Overlanders. In contrast, this part of the city does not contain any high schools.
Character
The character of Overlanders is exemplified by its calm environment. This part of the city is fairly good for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as the streets tend to be reasonably peaceful - however noise can be problematic close to the railway line. Lastly, public green spaces, such as Kennedale Ravine and Overlanders Park, are very well-distributed and there are a few of them nearby for residents to visit, which makes it very easy to reach them from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood.
