Walking Score 91
Transit Score 55
Uptown Waterloo, Waterloo’s downtown core, is a perfect location for individuals who want everything right at their fingertips. Shopping, transit, restaurants, and even the main library are conveniently located for individuals who don’t have or need a car. The entire neighbourhood can be conveniently accessed by foot or bike. With condominiums aplenty, individuals who prefer the urban dweller lifestyle will fit right in. For those looking for a little bit more, Uptown Waterloo also showcases beautiful homes that are typically more than years old with all the old world charm including wrap around porches and wood burning stoves.
Uptown Waterloo is also a host to many events: The Waterloo Busker Carnival, Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival, Open Street, and even a Royal Medieval Faire just to name a few. However, it doesn’t stop there Uptown Waterloo offers its residents access to historical business, boutiques, outdoor dining, ice skating at town square, even its very own Princess Twin Cinema located directly on the main stretch of King St.
Public school students in the area can attend Elizabeth Ziegler Public School for JK-6, with the option of French immersion, prior to attending MacGregor Public School for grades 7 and 8. Public high school students in the area will be attending Waterloo Collegiate Institute. Catholic school students can attend Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School for JK-8 prior to attending St. David’s Catholic School.