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180 on the River / Neighbourhood guide

Guelph · A CLOSER LOOK

180 on the River
location & neighbourhood.

The daily stops. The local connections.
The details that help you choose a home.

By Team AroraLocation data supplied by Local Logic
Project imagery · Renderings are illustrative

01 / THE SETTING

180 on the River location:
Guelph.

Part of the Greater Guelph metropolitan area, Old University is a neighbourhood within Guelph, Ontario.

180 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1G 1X1, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Guelph

180 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1G 1X1, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Old University

Provider labels may differ from builder descriptions.

Your next step

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Compare the places and connections that matter to your day.

180 on the River supplied project rendering
Project imagery, rather than a photograph of nearby amenities. Renderings are illustrative.

A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

Old University offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Public green spaces, such as Johnston Green and Eramosa River Park, are very well-distributed and there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to explore, resulting in them being very easy to reach from most locations within this neighbourhood. This area is also very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.

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Getting around

It is convenient to get around by bicycle in Old University. This neighbourhood will also attract people who appreciate living in a community that's walkable since it is walking-friendly; many daily needs are convenient to carry out without a vehicle. Old University is not particularly transit friendly. Nevertheless, commuters can rely on the Guelph Central on the Kitchener. Residents benefit from about 20 bus lines, and bus stops are commonly very close by. In contrast, the favoured way to navigate this area is usually driving. It is very convenient to access a place to park, and the majority of real estate listings are a rather short car ride from the nearest highway.

Everyday essentials

It is a very short walk to access primary schools and daycares from most homes for sale in Old University. On the other hand, parents and their schoolchildren may find it difficult to reach high schools as pedestrians. As far as food is concerned, it is easy to access the closest supermarket on foot in this part of the city. In addition, there are a fair number of opportunities within a short distance for those who care about restaurants and cafes.

Local character

Old University offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Public green spaces, such as Johnston Green and Eramosa River Park, are very well-distributed and there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to explore, resulting in them being very easy to reach from most locations within this neighbourhood. This area is also very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.

Surrounding homes

In Old University, many dwellings are single detached homes, while large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and duplexes are the main alternatives in the housing stock. This area is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes. About 55% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the rest are rented. Around 40% of homes in this part of Guelph were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1990s.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

180 on the River
neighbourhood scores.

Explore how local access and character compare with your priorities. These Local Logic scores describe the recorded project location on a scale of 0 to 5.

Higher scores indicate stronger access or more of the named characteristic. A missing score is unavailable, rather than zero.

High schools

2.7/ 5

At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Guelph: 2.5 / 5

Elementary schools

4.1/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

Guelph: 4.5 / 5

Public transit

3.2/ 5

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Guelph: 2.2 / 5

Groceries

4.1/ 5

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Guelph: 3.4 / 5

Wellness

3.2/ 5

Variety of amenities nearby promoting health and activity

Guelph: 2.0 / 5

Restaurants

3.7/ 5

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Guelph: 3.0 / 5

Walking

2.8/ 5

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Guelph: 2.5 / 5

Cycling

4.0/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Guelph: 3.2 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Guelph: 4.0 / 5

Vibrancy

1.4/ 5

Calm atmosphere most of the day

Guelph: 1.2 / 5

Shopping

3.8/ 5

Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Guelph: 3.1 / 5

Childcare

4.4/ 5

At least one daycare within a short walk

Guelph: 4.4 / 5

Nightlife

2.8/ 5

Variety of bars within a short drive

Guelph: 1.9 / 5

Cafés

4.0/ 5

Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Guelph: 2.7 / 5

Quiet

2.3/ 5

Some sources of noise nearby

Guelph: 4.0 / 5

Parks

4.4/ 5

Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Guelph: 3.5 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

180 on the River nearby
amenities.

Find nearby schools, transit, parks and everyday stops. Browse the directory, then open directions for the actual route.

Places and distances are tied to the recorded project reference. Directories contain the provider’s returned results and are not exhaustive.

171 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

20 places
Elementary school759 m

John McCrae Public School

189 Water St

JK-8 · french immersion · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school951 m

St John Bosco Catholic School

19 Northumberland St.

9-12 · catholic, alternative · Wellington Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.0 km

Crispin Independent Learning Initiative (Guelph)

87 Dean Avenue

site based

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Elementary school1.0 km

Cornerstone Christian School

108 Forest St

site based

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Elementary school1.1 km

Guelph Montessori School

151 Waterloo Ave

site based

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Elementary school1.1 km

Sacred Heart Catholic School

125 Huron St

JK-8 · catholic · Wellington Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.2 km

Central Public School

97 Dublin St N

JK-6 · regular · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school1.6 km

Guelph Collegiate and Vocational Institute

155 Paisley St

9-12 · regular · Upper Grand District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

Guelph Community Christian School

195 College Ave West

site based

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Elementary school1.8 km

Ecole King George Public School

72 Lemon St

JK-8 · french immersion · Upper Grand District School Board

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Elementary school1.9 km

Ééc Saint-René-Goupil

221 Scottsdale promenade

JK-8 · catholic · Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir

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High school1.9 km

Centennial Collegiate and Vocational Institute

289 College Ave W

9-12 · regular · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school2.2 km

College Heights Secondary School

371 College Ave W

9-12 · vocational, occupational · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school2.4 km

St James Catholic School

57 Victoria Rd N

9-12 · catholic · Wellington Catholic District School Board

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High school2.4 km

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School

54 Westmount Rd

9-12 · catholic · Wellington Catholic District School Board

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High school2.7 km

John F Ross Collegiate and Vocational Institute

21 Meyer Dr

9-12 · french immersion, regular · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school4.6 km

Day School -Wellington Centre - Conted

1428 Gordon St

11-12 · Upper Grand District School Board

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High school5.0 km

Pathways Educational Services Inc

650 Woodlawn Road

online/site based

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Transit nearby

32 places
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Dining nearby

48 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

41 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Old University
demographics.

Who lives around the recorded project location? These statistics describe the existing population in Local Logic’s 400-metre study area.

This is neighbourhood context, rather than a prediction of who will buy at 180 on the River. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$131,438

Residents in the study area

1,033

Owner households

46.7%

Commute on foot

10.5%

Population age

0 to 4
4.1%
5 to 9
4.0%
10 to 14
3.7%
15 to 19
5.1%
20 to 34
28.7%
35 to 49
16.4%
50 to 64
17.9%
65 to 79
15.0%
80 and over
5.1%

Housing type

Single detached
33.3%
Apartment 5 or more floors
27.4%
Apartment 1-4 floors
23.3%
Duplex
11.3%
Semi detached
2.8%
Row houses
1.8%

Household composition

Single person
41.0%
Multi person
9.9%
Single family
48.4%
Multi family
0.7%

Commute mode

Car
79.6%
Foot
10.5%
Public transit
3.8%
Bicycle
3.6%
Other
2.5%
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Income

Average household income
$131,438
Average individual income
$57,840

Total

Total individuals
1,033

Owners vs Renters

Renters
53.3%
Owners
46.7%

Official language knowledge

English only
85.5%
English and French
13.8%
Other
0.7%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
12.1%
High school
27.5%
Trade certificate
2.2%
College certificate
17.8%
University certificate
0.7%
Bachelor degree
27.4%
Post graduate degree
12.3%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.6

Mother tongue

English
90.8%
English and non-official language(s)
1.9%
French
1.5%
Italian
1.0%
Spanish
1.0%
Dutch
0.9%
German
0.8%
Nepali
0.4%
Kurdish
0.4%
Polish
0.3%
Mandarin
0.3%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
0.2%
Arabic
0.2%
Gujarati
0.1%
Tigrigna
0.1%
English and French
0.0%

Percentages and counts retain the provider’s definitions. Some categories describe different populations or overlap, so they should not be combined into a single total.

05 / PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Schools near 180 on the River:
check the boundaries.

The nearby directory is a useful starting point. Distance to a school does not establish attendance eligibility, a place in a particular program or available capacity.

Upper Grand District School Board ↗Wellington Catholic District School Board ↗Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

180 on the River address
& directions.

Explore the area at different times of day. Confirm the correct meeting location with the builder or your representative before travelling.

THE RECORDED PROJECT LOCATION

180 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1G 1X1, Canada

This pin is a project reference, rather than a confirmed community entrance or sales centre.

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YOUR VISIT

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A FEW USEFUL ANSWERS

Before you
call it home.

What do the location scores measure?

Local Logic supplies individual access and character scores on a 0–5 scale for the recorded coordinates. Consider each measure separately; we do not calculate an overall livability rating.

Are the distances walking times?

No. Distances are straight-line measurements from the project reference. Open directions to check a walking, cycling, transit or driving route.

Does a nearby school guarantee admission?

No. Confirm attendance boundaries, programs, capacity and registration requirements with the relevant school board.

Do the demographic figures describe future residents?

No. They describe the existing population in the provider’s surrounding study area. They do not predict the buyers or future residents of this project.

SOURCES & METHODOLOGY

A guide with a clear point of reference.

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Prepared by Team Arora. Scores, neighbourhood descriptions, school records, places and demographic information are supplied by Local Logic. Requests are cached for up to 24 hours; underlying source periods may be older. Provider neighbourhood labels may differ from builder descriptions. Missing data remains unavailable.

Recorded coordinates: 43.53837, -80.24065. Amenity queries use a 2.5 km radius; school results retain the provider’s school-search coverage. Distances use the returned straight-line measurement, or are calculated directly between coordinates when absent. The project page includes the existing map; Google provides the linked directions. Verify current place details, boundaries and routes before making a decision.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

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