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11-09-10, 07:52 PM
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Banned. I got OWNED!!!
very much depends on your plans. renting? buying? price? it's a big place with lots of choice. I've lived here all my life and love the city. has it's problems, but it one of the most diverse places to live, economically and socially.
11-10-10, 03:22 PM
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11-10-10, 04:46 PM
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Shop? nah I'd just use yours.
Thanks Aaron.
11-10-10, 05:44 PM
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I knew the route you took us through the cruise had you thinking of getting a new place. Of course, those weren't homes. They were Estates! Some of them even Compounds! lol
Why the change in scenery?
Why the change in scenery?
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11-13-10, 10:25 AM
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I'm a bit biased, but I don't think there is a better area in London for the stuff you are looking for then Old South. Sort of situated in the square formed by Baseline Rd., Horton st., Wellington Rd and Wharncliffe Rd. Old South is mainly older homes with mature tree lined streets. Most streets have a small park or at least quick access to one. There are plenty of schools and and it is close to downtown. The "center" of Old South is the area of Wortley Village, sort of a mini-old fashioned village at the North end of Wortley Rd.
If you are looking for slightly newer homes, but still some nice streets and maybe more of a modern feel, then the Byron area is an old subdivision with a few of the same characteristics but I don't think the same feel.
Old North is situated to the North of downtown around the Huron St. area and like Old South, is made of tree lined streets and mature homes. But the area is decidedly upscale, and not really ideal for children. Plus there is a premium on housing, even more so then Old South.
If you are looking for slightly newer homes, but still some nice streets and maybe more of a modern feel, then the Byron area is an old subdivision with a few of the same characteristics but I don't think the same feel.
Old North is situated to the North of downtown around the Huron St. area and like Old South, is made of tree lined streets and mature homes. But the area is decidedly upscale, and not really ideal for children. Plus there is a premium on housing, even more so then Old South.
11-28-10, 04:20 PM
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The better neighbourhoods in London are Oakridge, Byron, Masonville, Westmount. In all of those areas you can find parts with of either long established or newer houses.
I respect Aaron's opinion of old south and old north, and I understand why he likes the area, but I'm not entirely in agreement. House prices in London are good compared to many other cities in Ontario, but less so in old South or Old North. The houses in old south have outside character and nice trees, but there are a lot of small lots (eg. 30') and houses with dysfunctional older layouts and high maintenance requirements (of course not all). There's still a mix of expensive vs. affordable for semi-average people. Old North has more higher end houses, but also some that are a little newer (eg. 1950-60s) and some less expensive. The lots tend to be larger, but the prices are typically high. Most other areas in London command only small variations in premiums for location.
I'm in the North-East. I grew up in Byron and never thought I'd end up in the east end. It's in a decent pocket in Huron Heights. The prices are a bit lower. Much of the area was build in the early-mid 90s. Several 4 bedroom/2 garage/50' lot houses sold for ~$250k in the summer. There are trees, but it could be a bit better. The 1960-70s section is better for that.
I respect Aaron's opinion of old south and old north, and I understand why he likes the area, but I'm not entirely in agreement. House prices in London are good compared to many other cities in Ontario, but less so in old South or Old North. The houses in old south have outside character and nice trees, but there are a lot of small lots (eg. 30') and houses with dysfunctional older layouts and high maintenance requirements (of course not all). There's still a mix of expensive vs. affordable for semi-average people. Old North has more higher end houses, but also some that are a little newer (eg. 1950-60s) and some less expensive. The lots tend to be larger, but the prices are typically high. Most other areas in London command only small variations in premiums for location.
I'm in the North-East. I grew up in Byron and never thought I'd end up in the east end. It's in a decent pocket in Huron Heights. The prices are a bit lower. Much of the area was build in the early-mid 90s. Several 4 bedroom/2 garage/50' lot houses sold for ~$250k in the summer. There are trees, but it could be a bit better. The 1960-70s section is better for that.
11-28-10, 10:50 PM
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A few years ago my wife and I got the itch to look around and possibly move.
Westmount and Byron were high on the list...decent schools for the kids. But we ended up staying put in Summerside, a fairly new subdivision. There are no schools in the area, so my kids take the bus.
My wife has got the itch to move again. Now she is looking at Dorchester, a small town just east of London, close to the 401. But I don't think a Torontonian would like it...too boring.
Westmount and Byron were high on the list...decent schools for the kids. But we ended up staying put in Summerside, a fairly new subdivision. There are no schools in the area, so my kids take the bus.
My wife has got the itch to move again. Now she is looking at Dorchester, a small town just east of London, close to the 401. But I don't think a Torontonian would like it...too boring.
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