Nestled in the heart of Kitchener’s South-side, you’ll find the quaint neighbourhood of Alpine Village. This quiet suburb offers charming scenery with the added convenience of access to the Conestoga Parkway. This means that Alpine Village can enjoy all of the excitement Waterloo has to offer, and all of it will be a little closer to home.
Location
Located in the heart of Kitchener’s Southside, Alpine Village is a picturesque neighbourhood that marries the comfort of suburbia and the convenience of a wide assortment of amenities. It offers convenient access to the Conestoga Parkway and is located within walking distance of the Laurentian Power Centre shops. Outdoors enthusiasts will be happy to have Mcklenan park and Mclennan Dog park so close to home.
Located on the corner of Chandler Drive and Ottawa Street South, is the Laurentian Smart Centre. This shopping plaza is home to a Lowe’s, Zehrs and Staples. Having these 3 stores so close to home means any chore, renovation or shopping list can be accomplished within a 5-minute drive from home!
Alpine Centre
Across from the Smart Centre is the Alpine Centre. Here we have recreational activities for different tastes. Boston Pizza offers a comfortable family-friendly atmosphere with fast and leisurely dining to make those Friday nights fun for everyone with no clean up required. Cora’s Breakfast diner is an excellent location if you are looking for an early morning meet up with neighbours.
If you are looking for a night out with friends, Chicago Pub and Billiards provides an excellent atmosphere for unwinding after a long week, including drinks, food and, most importantly, billiard tables. Below is a full list of shops offered at the Alpine Centre:
Boston Pizza
Chicago Pub and Billiards
Cora’s Breakfast & Lunch
Hot Nails
LCBO
Little Z Market
Petals and Pots Flower and Gift Shop
Pita Factory
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Subway
William’s Barber and Beauty
The Forest Glen Plaza is located on the Southside of Alpine, this plaza not only serves as a GRT bus terminal connecting various bus routes but holds some of the most popular ‘hidden’ gems of the Waterloo Region! Plato’s Closet is known among Waterloo’s thrifting community as it specializes in streetwear fashion; The target audience is young adults and students looking to keep up with today’s latest fashion trends while seeking to reduce their spending and environmental impact. The Perfect Find is another thrifting paradise; this is a great thrift shop that donates some of its proceeds to missionary trips; Great finds at great prices for a great cause!
South of Alpine is the Kitchener Public Library Country Hills Branch that offers books, computer access and youth programs that Alpine residents can use. What’s great about this location is it’s one of the newer KPL branches, so services here are up to date with the latest features.
Restaurants & Food Services
Fireside Deli, Boston Pizza and Montana’s BBQ are easygoing food options when you’re looking to eat out! Located in the Laurentian Smart Centre Plaza, these chains offer comfort food with a family-friendly atmosphere.
If you’re looking for a night out and some drinks, Alpine plaza is home to Chicago Pub & Billiards. This venue holds live events, offers excellent bar food and drinks with a friendly sports bar atmosphere complete with darts and billiard tables. This will soon be your new watering hole in no time!
Debrodniks Donuts is a Kitchener staple; reasonably new in town, Debrodniks has quickly become famous for its creative and delicious homemade donuts. Fresh and tasty, their specialty donuts go beyond standard flavours and introduce some innovative recipes. A full listing of their menu can be found here.
HealthCare
The Athlete Factory @ Lot42 is Kitchener’s premier multi-sport indoor training facility offering 8,000 sq.ft of indoor turf ideal for soccer and football training. The location also features Gym41, a private and fully equipped gym along with a parent’s lounge for those who wish to relax as their star athletes train.
Activa Sportsplex is a multi-purpose athletic facility South of Alpine that is home to the Waterloo Regional Boxing Academy and the Kitchener Minor Hockey Association. This facility includes two indoor ice rinks KMHA Alumni Arena & Patrick J. Doherty Arenas; the Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Walking Track walkers, joggers and runners a safe place to lace up and get some exercise all year-round; and the Regional Boxing Academy,a non-profit organization sanctioned through Boxing Ontario and the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association.
Schooling / Child Care
Students in Alpine Village have a choice between the Our Lady of Grace Catholic Elementary School and Alpine Public School to attend school within their neighbourhood. Both schools have JK to Grade 8, making this neighbourhood perfect for those looking to start a family or settle for an extended period. The location of schools in this area is relatively close, great for families who are looking to move to a place where schooling is close to home. Secondary students are fortunate to have St. Mary’s High School and Eastwood Collegiate Institute to choose from; both schools are well known for their specialty programs. St.Mary’s has a robust ESL program that is known throughout the region for its effective methods in helping new Canadian students catch up and grasp English classes. EastWood is known for its impressive art-focused curriculum that enables students to excel in their chosen field they wish to pursue.
Below is a list of the schools that are not within Alpine but are optional schools residents can send their elementary-aged children:
Within Alpine, there are no bus routes that travel through the neighbourhood, keeping the noise level low. As Alpine is in the heart of Kitchener’s Southern side, there are still plenty of transit options within a short walking distance. The bus lines 205 and 201 are GRT Express busses that travel along Ottawa and Block Line Road, respectively. The 205 connects with the LRT station at Borden Station. Below is a list of the routes that run along Alpine’s North and South sides connecting the city from the newly developed Williamsburg community to the Boardwalk on Waterloo’s east side.
205
201
22
16
33
3
LRT Ion
Parks
There are many parks, trails and greenspaces located close to Alpine Village to spend your days enjoying. Alpine Park is at the heart of the neighbourhood it features a wide-open field, one baseball diamond and a small forest that residents can enjoy. The park also allows residents to connect to the Laurentian trail which connects many green spaces in Kitchener together, ending off in Williamsburg’s Borden Wetlands.
Most notable is McLennan Park with its dirt bike courses, enclosed dog park, a waterpark, volleyball courts and hiking trails. You’ll find yourself always finding new ways to relax here. Trails from McLennan park go through the hydropower corridor connecting the smaller parks along the way.
Directly beside the park is McLennan Dog Park, a fenced-off portion of the park for your furry family member to use and get rid of that extra energy. Rules only ask owners to keep dogs leashed until within the specified area and to clean up after their pet.
Meinzinger Park is located North of Alpine; it offers 5 soccer fields and a hiking trail that connects to Lakeside Park. Meinzinger park is a spacious park with fields that allow you to play sports and enjoy your time outside.
Lakeside Park features many natural habitats, including wetlands, open water, forest and meadow, as well as amenities for active living, such as a playground, toboggan hill and an outdoor skating rink. Shoemaker Pond is surrounded by forest and a natural meadow; The Park provides a rest stop for many migratory and breeding birds, so if you enjoy watching animals in their habitats, Lakeside Park is perfect.
Welcome to this amazing Townhouse unit in the most sought neighbourhood of Williamsburg with a garage that backs up onto a greenbelt! Upon entering the home, you are welcomed by the spacious foyer with lots of room and spacious closet. On the next level is the open concept kitchen and dining room with sliding door leading to the deck. Huge living room with lots of windows for a bright atmosphere. 3 very spacious bedrooms with large closets. The basement has plenty of natural light with 2 large windows. As well a 3 piece rough-in is there for your needs. Home is close to many amenities including school, shopping center (Sunrise plaza), major highway, parks and public transits. Don't miss the opportunity to own a great starter home or investment property that is walk in ready. (id:30922)
Clean family home with a double car garage and a large yard, located across from a park. This home has a sunken Living room with newer flooring, newer windows, newer gas furnace. Private fenced yard, new shed. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a master ensuite privileges. Basement has a finished Rec Room. (id:30922)
Fully detached and close to amenities. Attention first time buyers or investors. Welcome to 81 Century Hill Drive in Kitchener Waterloo. This 1250 sq. ft 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom home is situated in a quiet neighbourhood and backs onto green space. The main floor of this home features a good sized family room with a large bay window providing ample natural light. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space and a dinette with sliding doors leading to a wooden deck and fully fenced yard. The basement is fully finished featuring a large recreation room and a 3pc bathroom along with plenty of storage space. Three good sized bedrooms and a 5pc bathroom make up the second level of this home. Dont miss our on this terrific home. (id:30922)
What a beautiful place to start! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family home has so much to offer situated on a quiet crescent. Start with a smartly updated kitchen that features rich oak cabinetry, banquet drawers, a 2 door pantry and ceramic tile flooring. The spacious living room has been updated with luxury vinyl plank flooring. On the bedroom level you will be impressed with the fully remodelled 4 piece bath highlighted by ceramic tile floors and a shower/tub with marble tile to the ceiling and a set of glass doors that will be reinstalled prior to closing. On the first level you will find a 2 piece powder room, a large workshop/utility room space and a family room which features 2 bright windows, a corner wood burning fireplace built with gorgeous fieldstones and brass doors. You will appreciate the exterior features of this home. 2 pressure treated decks (one covered for shade and one in the sun), a handy 11'6 x 7'0 utility shed with hydro and a fully fenced rear yard. Other upgrades include high efficiency furnace, maintenance free vinyl windows and roof (2009). Call your agent now and book your private showing! (id:30922)
Welcome to 46 Activa Ave. This bright, open concept floor plan will surely check the boxes of any buyer. Main floor features an eat in kitchen with a walkout to an large deck where you can enjoy those sunny days, living room, and a 2 pc bath. The 2nd floor features a spacious master bedroom, 4 PC bath, and 2 additional great sized bedrooms. Basement is unfinished and features laundry, 2pc rough in, and awaits the next buyers finishing touches. Additional features include an attached garage, fully fenced back yard, updated flooring, baseboard, and casing throughout, newer appliances and more. All of this is situated within walking distance to public schools, trails, and shopping. Easy highway access for those that commute. Book your showing today before this one is gone! (id:30922)
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Beautiful, well kept semi detached home steps to everything. With this 3 bedroom, plus den 1.5 bath home you can have it all. Amazing location with school, parks, trails, shopping and transit . You will find everything you need in this two storey home, that features open concept kitchen with under cabinet lighting and bar island. Open to the family room that leads you to a very private backyard oasis The spacious primary bedroom with double doors overlooking the back garden and has a nice size walk in closet. front bedroom has a partial vault ceiling to allow the natural light form the half round window The unspoiled basement is waiting for you to put your own personal stamp on it and has a rough in for a bathroom. Don't wait to view this one as it wont be here for long. Exterior walls in basement steel studded and insulated . Hydro costs $605 for 2020 Gas and water 2020 $1510 (id:30922)
Welcome home to 175 David Bergey Drive unit P88! This carpet-free multi level townhouse will impress you from start to finish. Moving through the welcoming foyer you will see premium tiling and laminate. Rear sliding doors will lead you to a large deck overlooking lush green space and mature trees. The upper levels feature a living room with large windows providing ample natural light and 3 large bedrooms and a 3 piece bathroom. The basement has been fully finished with a extra 3 piece bathroom featuring marble tiles on the floor and shower! Located a short walking distance to schools, moments away from plenty of shopping centers and highway 7/8. This home comes with an additional parking spot so there are a total of 3 parkings spots available. Book your showing today! (id:30922)
Welcome to 139 Activa Avenue. This turnkey, freehold townhome is situated in the heart of the Laurentian Hills neighbourhood on a premium lot. The property backs on to the shared greenspace provided by John Sweeney Catholic School, WT Townshend Public School and Voisin Park which connects the two schools and the Laurentian Wetlands beyond. A perfect location, with great access to all the local amenities provided by the nearby Sunrise Shopping Centre as well as easy access to Highway 7/8. The home is crisp, clean and modern, freshly painted with new carpeting on the main and upper level, all you need to do here is unpack. The main floor layout offers a welcoming foyer with a large front hall closet, as well as access to the private garage and the main floor two piece bathroom. At the back of this level is the main living area of the home, open concept, but with clearly defined spaces and some great bonus features including; a vaulted ceiling in the dining room with large patio doors and an upper transom window to allow light to pour in and offer an unobstructed view of the great space beyond. Upstairs you will find the main four piece bathroom as well as three spacious bedrooms including a large primary bedroom that spans the rear of the home and offers his and hers closets. The lower level of the home is unspoiled, the utility area and laundry (with an included washer and gas dryer) are all kept to one corner making it easy to transform the space to suit your needs. With no monthly fees, this freehold townhome is a great opportunity to get into the market! (id:30922)
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PRIVATE SETTING ! Executive style Townhouse condo in the heart of the city, saught after back unit with patio in a forest setting . over .... living soace , single car garage with double long drive-way ( parking for 3 cars ), 3 bedrooms , 3 baths plus a rugh-in for 4th bath in the Rec/room. lovely floor plan with no waster of space .Featuring well appointed living and dining with big bright windows overlooking your forest setting; Living room displays a warm natural gas fireplace. Large bright European styled eat-in kitchen.Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The Master Bedroom has a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom! The finished basement gives you ample room for a Rec Room and a games area, as well as storage and a laundry room. The condo fees cover water usage, grounds maintenance, gardening and grass, snow removal (including shoveling to your door), the roof, windows and doors & garage doors, insurance and more! Some of the updates include :Roof(2016), Furnace (2011), Central air (2011) , All windows been re done but four, All 3 baths have new sinks and taps and toilets , Gas stove (2016) , Dishwasher 2016 ,Garage door ( 2020 ),Garage door opener ( 2016 ), Kitchen cabinets re-panited ( 2020 ), Kitchen counter (2020) Central vac canister ( 2015 ), JUST MOVE-IN & ENJOY (id:30922)
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