About the neighborhood

The Terraces offers a tranquil neighborhood with low noise levels and calm streets, providing a peaceful environment. This area features a predominance of single detached homes, mostly built around 1993, primarily offering three-bedroom and larger residences. Secondary schools are conveniently accessible without the need for transportation, enhancing educational proximity. Residents will find pharmacies nearby that supply essential goods, along with several local restaurants and cafes providing variety. Vehicular access is seamless, with easy highway connections and abundant parking options throughout the neighborhood. While parks are located just outside the immediate area, they serve as pleasant destinations for outdoor relaxation, complementing the community’s serene atmosphere.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are an excellent means of transportation in The Terraces. Parking is generally easy, and the majority of houses for sale are a very short drive from the closest highway. In contrast, the transit network in The Terraces is not very convenient. Nevertheless, the neighborhood is connected by a few bus lines, and most properties are close to a bus stop. Biking is challenging in The Terraces as there are a fair number of slopes, and the bicycling network is not very comprehensive. It is also at times difficult for pedestrians to move around in The Terraces since few common errands can be run without needing a vehicle.

Services

Residents will value the proximity to secondary schools, which are within a short distance from most homes for sale in The Terraces. In contrast, there are no primary schools in this neighborhood. As far as eating is concerned, in all but a limited number of cases, a car is needed to purchase groceries. Nevertheless, pharmacies are generally convenient to get to as a pedestrian and supply some basic food items. There are also a few restaurants and coffee shops in The Terraces.

Character

The Terraces is a very good neighborhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a calm environment. The Terraces is very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic. It is sometimes difficult to access green spaces within the neighborhood since they aren't well-spread out. Still, there are a few parks close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly10.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly2.4

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly0.6

Few transit options

Restaurants4.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.6

Variety of groceries within a short drive