Rockway, Kitchener Real Estate Listings

Rockway is an extremely good part of Kitchener for moving around by car. Nearby highways, such as Highway 8, are very easy to drive to from any location in this area, and it is especially convenient to come across a parking spot. On the other hand, the public transit service in this area is not particularly frequent. Nonetheless, it is convenient to come across a nearby rapid transit station, such as Mill Station on the ION Light Rail, from the majority of residences in the neighbourhood. House owners benefit from a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally just around the corner. There aren't many pedestrians out on the streets of Rockway, despite the fact that meeting day-to-day needs is convenient by walking. The bicycle is a somewhat poor mode of transportation in this part of the city as there are a limited number of bike lanes, and there is a considerable amount of slopes. Nevertheless, cycling is reasonably common, and riding a bike is more practical in some pockets than others.

Some house buyers in Rockway may be able to access the nearest supermarket on foot, while others will have to rely on a vehicle. On the other hand, this neighbourhood is a good place in which to go out to eat. In terms of education, parents and their kids will welcome the proximity to both primary and secondary schools, which are within walking distance from most, if not all, houses for sale in Rockway. On the other hand, parents and their schoolchildren may find it difficult to reach daycares on foot.

One of the highlights of Rockway is its great variety of green spaces. There are a few parks close by for residents to check out and they are especially well-situated, resulting in them being very easy to reach from most locations within this neighbourhood. Lastly, this neighbourhood is a wonderful area for those who don't mind a little noise, since traffic during busier hours of the day can occasionally be loud.

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing the majority of dwellings in Rockway, while small apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This part of the city experienced its largest building boom before the 1960s, so most of the available properties are from this time period. This area has a good selection of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. There are equal parts renters and owners living in this neighbourhood.