Athlone, Edmonton, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Roughly 45% of homes in Athlone were built prior to the 1960s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s and the 1990s. The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of this neighbourhood is an important part of its character. Homeowners occupy roughly 70% of the units in the neighbourhood and the remainder are rented. This part of Edmonton offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Read more about Athlone real estate
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Transportation
Driving is very often the best method to get around in this area. It is very convenient to access a parking spot, and nearby highways are very easy to reach from any home in Athlone. In contrast, this area is not especially transit friendly. Nevertheless, the neighbourhood is served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. There are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Athlone, despite the fact that many day-to-day needs can be met by walking. On the other hand, it is convenient to travel by bike in Athlone since riding a bicycle is made easier by the generally flat terrain, and the cycling network is very comprehensive.
Services
It is rarely possible for house buyers in Athlone to purchase groceries on foot. Nevertheless, getting to the nearest pharmacy and thus some staple foods is usually convenient. There are also a few restaurants in Athlone. With respect to education, parents and their kids will welcome the proximity to daycares and schools, which are within walking distance from most houses for sale in Athlone.
Character
The character of Athlone is exemplified by its calm ambience. This part of Edmonton is reasonably quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour - although there are still several noisier areas, especially near the railway line. Finally, parks, such as Athlone Park, are very well-spread out and there are around 10 of them nearby for residents to enjoy, making them easy to reach.
