Condos For Sale in Lac-des-Fées, Gatineau

This part of Gatineau permits house buyers to travel by a diversity of modes of transportation. Lac-des-Fées is a fairly convenient part of Gatineau for pedestrians; most daily needs are easy to meet without a vehicle, and various businesses are rather close at hand. Physically active home buyers will also value the moderately bicycling-friendly nature of this part of Gatineau. In particular, the cycling network is reasonably good. Property owners can rely on public transit to move around in this part of the city. More precisely, rapid transit stations, including Station MONTCALM #5, Station LAC LEAMY #1 and Montcalm/Hanson on the Rapibus 400, Rapibus 800 and Pré Tunney, are not very far from most homes in the urban village. House owners are served by over 50 bus lines, and it is very convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most homes. The car is often the favoured approach to navigate Lac-des-Fées. Many homes for sale are a very short drive from the nearest highway, and it is easy to park.

Parents and their children will value the proximity to schools and daycares, which are within walking distance from most, if not all, houses for sale in this area. Residents can choose between public and private high schools. With regards to food, a supermarket is ordinarily reachable within a short trip from anywhere in this urban village. There are also a limited number of choices for those who value close by restaurants and cafes.

People who prefer a relaxed atmosphere will enjoy Lac-des-Fées. Lac-des-Fées is very good for those who need quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. Although this part of Gatineau is not known for its lively atmosphere, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its busier streets.

Roughly one third of dwellings are small apartment buildings, making it easy to find apartments in Lac-des-Fées, while the rest are mainly duplexes and single detached homes. Most homes in this urban village were built pre-1960, during its largest construction boom. This part of Gatineau offers mainly one bedroom and two bedroom homes. Roughly 60% of the units in the urban village are occupied by renters and 40% are occupied by owners.