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Columbia

Columbia is a neighbourhood within Waterloo, Ontario, which is located in the Kitchener - Cambridge - Waterloo metropolitan area.

Transportation

No matter the medium of transportation, it is convenient to travel in this neighbourhood. Thanks to 2 rapid transit stations (University of Waterloo Station and Research / Technology Station) with access to the ION Light Rail, and approximately 10 nearby bus lines, Columbia has a good public transit infrastructure. It is also easy for pedestrians to move around in this part of the city; running common errands is convenient by walking, and many businesses are nearby. Columbia is quite amenable to bicycling since the cycling network is quite well-developed.

Services

It is straightforward to get to the nearest supermarket on foot in Columbia. In addition, there are a fair number of options within walking distance for those who care about restaurants and cafes. When it comes to education, parents and their children will value that no matter where their home is located in this part of the city, schools and daycares are close by. At the secondary level, both public and private schools can be found.

Character

Columbia offers a calm environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of the city is quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic - however some parts can be quite loud, especially closer to the railway line. Lastly, although the neighbourhood is not home to any public green spaces, parks are very well-distributed in nearby neighbourhoods, which results in them being easy to access from the majority of locations in Columbia.

Housing

Large apartment buildings are the predominant housing type, representing roughly 60% of dwellings in Columbia, whereas the remainder are mainly small apartment buildings. This area is primarily composed of one bedroom and two bedroom homes. Roughly 85% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home while the remainder are owners. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has occurred after the year 2000.
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