By definition, a neighbour is someone who lives close to you. But close is a relative term. For urban dwellers your neighbour may live in the condo next door and you meet and greet them in the elevator or mail room. In the suburbs your neighbour lives beside, across, behind and down the street from you. In rural areas your closest neighbour may live a mile away.
If you are lucky, you have great neighbours. Great neighbours help and look out for each other. They are friendly and considerate but still respect your space and privacy. They make a point of saying hello, they don't yell when your child's ball lands in their yard, and they offer to pick up your mail and papers if you are going away.
Great neighbours make great neighbourhoods. They form their own nieghbourhood watch system, protecting each others homes. They make and deliver meals for the elderly or the ill, or new moms. Kids shovel their neighbour's driveways without being asked. There are neighbourhood barbecues, street parties and Christmas get togethers.
Are all neighbours like that? Unfortunately not. Some neighbours are not pleasant. They don't like kids, dogs, cats, noise, cars, bicycles, motorcycles. I think some don't like people in general. Some make life miserable for others sometimes.
Then there are some who love to be the neighbourhood "Gladys Kravitz" and love to know everyone's business. Then they like to share everyone's business.
I think we all need to ask ourselves if we are good neighbours. Can we try just a little bit harder?
Showing posts with label Oakville Heritage districts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Oakville Heritage districts. Show all posts
Monday, February 18, 2013
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Oakville Ontario Neighbourhoods - The Heritage Districts
The Town of Oakville has three heritage districts as designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
These three districts are all located in the real estate area called Old Oakville. Each individual neighbourhood is situated within walking distance of Oakville's vibrant downtown core, Lake Ontario and the Oakville Harbour. Many homes on Trafalgar Road back onto the 16 Mile Creek.
All three very desireable neighbourhoods are located on leafy tree lined streets. Stately century old homes sit amongst new custom built homes and upscale townhomes and condos. Some of the newer townhomes even offer elevators. Many of the historic homes have been updated carefully to retain it's original charm and integrity. Many proudly display historic plaques with the date and original owner's name. The Oakville Historical Society is a wonderful source of information not only for homeowners who purchase historical homes but also for anyone interested in Oakville's rich history, all stemming from our beautiful harbour at the mouth of the 16 Mile Creek.
Living in Old Oakville has it's benefits. Upscale Restaurants, Cafes, Boutique Shopping, Performing Arts Centre, Library, Lakefront walking trails, Oakville Club, Curling Club, Tennis Clubs, Boating Clubs and more are all within walking distance of the Heritage Districts.
Century old Churches also grace the downtown core. The Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital has resided on Reynolds Street for over 60 years. Construction has begun on the new hospital on Third Line and Dundas Street in North Oakville and it will open it's doors in 2015. Other medical arts buildings and many other professional offices are located on and near Lakeshore Road.
Residents in the heritage areas are in close proximity to Fortinos on Lakeshore Road and Whole Foods on Cornwall and Trafalgar for all their shopping needs. Many area residents walk to the GO Station daily to ride the commuter train to Toronto to work.
Old Oakville and the heritage districts are not generally known as first time buyer areas. Smaller starter homes in these areas rarely come on the market for under $600,000. Some buyers are paying up to $1,000,000. for properties, only to demolish the present home and build large custom estates. Some townhomes sell for over $1,000,000. Estates on Lakeshore Road or fronting on to Lake Ontario sell for well into the millions.
You don't have to live in the historical districts of Oakville to enjoy what this area has to offer. The Towne Square in the middle of Oakville's downtown is a gathering place for those out with their kids or dogs, or those looking for a great spot to enjoy a coffee or ice cream cone.
Oakville really is a wonderful community to call home.
- Old Oakville Heritage Conservation District
- Trafalgar Road Heritage Conservation District
- First and Second Street Heritage Conservation District
These three districts are all located in the real estate area called Old Oakville. Each individual neighbourhood is situated within walking distance of Oakville's vibrant downtown core, Lake Ontario and the Oakville Harbour. Many homes on Trafalgar Road back onto the 16 Mile Creek.
All three very desireable neighbourhoods are located on leafy tree lined streets. Stately century old homes sit amongst new custom built homes and upscale townhomes and condos. Some of the newer townhomes even offer elevators. Many of the historic homes have been updated carefully to retain it's original charm and integrity. Many proudly display historic plaques with the date and original owner's name. The Oakville Historical Society is a wonderful source of information not only for homeowners who purchase historical homes but also for anyone interested in Oakville's rich history, all stemming from our beautiful harbour at the mouth of the 16 Mile Creek.
Living in Old Oakville has it's benefits. Upscale Restaurants, Cafes, Boutique Shopping, Performing Arts Centre, Library, Lakefront walking trails, Oakville Club, Curling Club, Tennis Clubs, Boating Clubs and more are all within walking distance of the Heritage Districts.
Century old Churches also grace the downtown core. The Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital has resided on Reynolds Street for over 60 years. Construction has begun on the new hospital on Third Line and Dundas Street in North Oakville and it will open it's doors in 2015. Other medical arts buildings and many other professional offices are located on and near Lakeshore Road.Residents in the heritage areas are in close proximity to Fortinos on Lakeshore Road and Whole Foods on Cornwall and Trafalgar for all their shopping needs. Many area residents walk to the GO Station daily to ride the commuter train to Toronto to work.
Old Oakville and the heritage districts are not generally known as first time buyer areas. Smaller starter homes in these areas rarely come on the market for under $600,000. Some buyers are paying up to $1,000,000. for properties, only to demolish the present home and build large custom estates. Some townhomes sell for over $1,000,000. Estates on Lakeshore Road or fronting on to Lake Ontario sell for well into the millions.
You don't have to live in the historical districts of Oakville to enjoy what this area has to offer. The Towne Square in the middle of Oakville's downtown is a gathering place for those out with their kids or dogs, or those looking for a great spot to enjoy a coffee or ice cream cone.
Oakville really is a wonderful community to call home.
If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in the Oakville, Ontario area, please check out my websites below for information and advice. Then contact me for professional help with all your real estate needs.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)