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478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes / Neighbourhood guide

Hamilton · A CLOSER LOOK

478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes
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

478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes location:
Hamilton.

Located within the Greater Hamilton metropolitan area, Nash North is a neighbourhood within Hamilton, Ontario.

478 First Rd W, Hamilton, ON L8J 1X5, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Hamilton

478 First Rd W, Hamilton, ON L8J 1X5, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Nash North

Provider labels may differ from builder descriptions.

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

The character of Nash North is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. It is easy to reach parks in the neighbourhood since there are approximately 10 of them close by for residents to check out. This part of Hamilton is also very quiet, as the streets tend to be very peaceful.

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Getting around

The car is usually the best transportation option in this part of Hamilton. It is very easy to come across a parking spot. However, getting around by transit can be challenging in this neighbourhood by reason of the infrequent service. Nonetheless, homeowners are served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are typically very close by. This neighbourhood is fairly bike-friendly. Most houses for sale in this area are located in places that are not very conducive to those who travel as pedestrians as running common errands is sometimes challenging without needing a car.

Everyday essentials

House buyers in Nash North generally have to turn to a vehicle to access the nearest supermarket. Residents of this part of the city can enjoy a few restaurants as well. Concerning education, daycares are easy to access by foot from anywhere in Nash North. In contrast, there are no primary schools and no high schools in this area.

Local character

The character of Nash North is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. It is easy to reach parks in the neighbourhood since there are approximately 10 of them close by for residents to check out. This part of Hamilton is also very quiet, as the streets tend to be very peaceful.

Surrounding homes

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing about 45% of buildings in Nash North, and the rest of the dwellings are mainly townhouses. This neighbourhood offers mainly four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy about two thirds of the units in Nash North whereas the rest are rented. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has taken place after the year 2000.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes
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

0.2/ 5

Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Hamilton: 3.2 / 5

Elementary schools

0.8/ 5

Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

Hamilton: 4.5 / 5

Public transit

1.0/ 5

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Hamilton: 2.6 / 5

Groceries

1.7/ 5

Some groceries within a short drive

Hamilton: 3.7 / 5

Wellness

0.7/ 5

Few or no amenities promoting health and activity nearby

Hamilton: 2.8 / 5

Restaurants

2.3/ 5

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Hamilton: 3.2 / 5

Walking

0.5/ 5

Very few or no pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost never practical or pleasant

Hamilton: 3.0 / 5

Cycling

2.6/ 5

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Hamilton: 2.8 / 5

Driving

4.7/ 5

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

Hamilton: 3.8 / 5

Vibrancy

0.7/ 5

Calm atmosphere at all hours

Hamilton: 1.5 / 5

Shopping

2.1/ 5

Variety of shops within a short drive

Hamilton: 3.4 / 5

Childcare

2.1/ 5

At least one daycare within a short drive

Hamilton: 4.2 / 5

Nightlife

1.4/ 5

Some bars within a short drive

Hamilton: 2.2 / 5

Cafés

1.3/ 5

Some cafés within a short drive

Hamilton: 2.7 / 5

Quiet

4.9/ 5

Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Hamilton: 3.6 / 5

Parks

3.8/ 5

Large amount of park space nearby

Hamilton: 4.0 / 5
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03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes 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.

116 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

17 places
Elementary school1.6 km

Literacy and Mathematics Academy

1 King Street West

site based

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Elementary school1.7 km

Sir Wilfrid Laurier Public School

70 Albright Road

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school1.9 km

Billy Green Elementary School

1105 Paramount Drive

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school2.0 km

St. James the Apostle Catholic Elementary School

29 John Murray St

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.1 km

St. David Catholic Elementary School

33 Cromwell Cres

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.1 km

St. Paul Catholic Elementary School

24 Amberwood St

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school2.2 km

Glendale Secondary School

145 Rainbow Drive

9-12 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school2.2 km

St. Luke Catholic Elementary School

345 Albright Rd

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.4 km

St. Martin of Tours Catholic Elementary School

60 Grays Rd

JK-8 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.4 km

Mount Albion Public School

24 Kennard Street

JK-8 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Elementary school2.4 km

Viola Desmond Elementary School Public School

50 Secord Drive

JK-8 · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school2.7 km

Saltfleet High School

108 Highland Road West

9-12 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school2.8 km

St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School

127 Gray Rd

9-12 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school3.8 km

Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School

1715 Main Street East

9-12 · regular · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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High school4.5 km

Ésac Mère-Teresa

50 Lisgar cour

9-12 · catholic · Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir

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High school4.5 km

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School

1824 Rymal Road East

9-12 · catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board

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High school4.7 km

Sherwood Secondary School

25 High Street

9-12 · regular, french immersion · Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

31 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

8 places
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04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Nash North
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 478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$121,911

Residents in the study area

611

Owner households

67.3%

Commute on foot

1.0%

Population age

0 to 4
8.4%
5 to 9
8.1%
10 to 14
6.8%
15 to 19
6.0%
20 to 34
21.7%
35 to 49
22.3%
50 to 64
14.1%
65 to 79
10.1%
80 and over
2.5%

Housing type

Single detached
49.9%
Row houses
32.3%
Semi detached
8.9%
Apartment 1-4 floors
4.2%
Apartment 5 or more floors
4.0%
Duplex
0.7%

Household composition

Single person
21.1%
Multi person
3.0%
Single family
74.7%
Multi family
1.1%

Commute mode

Car
93.2%
Public transit
3.4%
Other
2.4%
Foot
1.0%
Bicycle
0.1%
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Income

Average household income
$121,911
Average individual income
$51,232

Total

Total individuals
611

Owners vs Renters

Owners
67.3%
Renters
32.7%

Official language knowledge

English only
92.4%
English and French
5.1%
Other
2.6%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
17.4%
High school
27.1%
Trade certificate
5.1%
College certificate
22.4%
University certificate
1.4%
Bachelor degree
20.0%
Post graduate degree
6.6%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
2

Mother tongue

English
65.7%
English and non-official language(s)
6.3%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
5.5%
Urdu
5.0%
Arabic
4.0%
Italian
2.9%
Gujarati
2.3%
Spanish
2.2%
Serbian
1.9%
Croatian
1.3%
Portuguese
1.1%
Polish
0.8%
Hindi
0.5%
French
0.3%
Dari
0.2%

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 478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes:
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.

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board ↗Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board ↗Commission scolaire catholique MonAvenir ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

478 and 490 First Road West Townhomes 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

478 First Rd W, Hamilton, ON L8J 1X5, Canada

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

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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.

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: 43.2068796, -79.773088. 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.

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