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St. Catharines · A CLOSER LOOK

Niche - Condos
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

Niche - Condos location:
St. Catharines.

Part of the St. Catharines - Niagara metropolitan area, Port Weller is a neighbourhood within St. Catharines, Ontario.

239 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2M 1R9, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

St. Catharines

239 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2M 1R9, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Port Weller

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Compare the places and connections that matter to your day.

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

The character of Port Weller is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. This part of the city is very good for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are usually very peaceful. Lastly, it is easy to access parks in the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them close by for residents to relax in.

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Getting around

Travelling by car is convenient in Port Weller. It is straightforward to access a place to park. On the other hand, public transit users may experience few choices in Port Weller due to the low service level. Nevertheless, the neighbourhood is connected by approximately 10 bus lines, and it is especially convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most properties. This part of the city is reasonably bike-friendly as there are not many hills to challenge cyclists. It is impractical for people travelling by foot to get around in Port Weller as running daily errands is inconvenient without a vehicle.

Everyday essentials

In Port Weller, parents and their kids will usually be able to access daycares and primary schools by walking. However, it can be very difficult to reach high schools on foot. With respect to eating, home buyers in Port Weller commonly have to turn to a car to travel to the closest grocery store. Nevertheless, it is generally a reasonably short distance to the nearest pharmacy, which can provide some staple foods. There are also a few options for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes.

Local character

The character of Port Weller is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. This part of the city is very good for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are usually very peaceful. Lastly, it is easy to access parks in the neighbourhood since there are around 30 of them close by for residents to relax in.

Surrounding homes

Homeowners occupy around 80% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood while the rest are rented. The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of this part of the city is an important part of its character. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood took place between 1960 and 1980. This neighbourhood also has a selection of unit sizes - there is a higher proportion of three bedroom homes in this area.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

Niche - Condos
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

1.9/ 5

At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

St. Catharines: 3.2 / 5

Elementary schools

3.8/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

St. Catharines: 4.4 / 5

Public transit

1.7/ 5

Transit is available for some trips

St. Catharines: 2.5 / 5

Groceries

3.0/ 5

Variety of groceries within a short drive

St. Catharines: 3.5 / 5

Wellness

1.4/ 5

Limited amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

St. Catharines: 2.1 / 5

Restaurants

2.4/ 5

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

St. Catharines: 3.2 / 5

Walking

1.2/ 5

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

St. Catharines: 2.7 / 5

Cycling

3.1/ 5

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

St. Catharines: 2.9 / 5

Driving

4.2/ 5

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

St. Catharines: 4.2 / 5

Vibrancy

0.9/ 5

Calm atmosphere at all hours

St. Catharines: 1.3 / 5

Shopping

2.4/ 5

Variety of shops within a short drive

St. Catharines: 3.4 / 5

Childcare

4.2/ 5

At least one daycare within a short walk

St. Catharines: 4.4 / 5

Nightlife

1.5/ 5

Some bars within a short drive

St. Catharines: 2.6 / 5

Cafés

1.6/ 5

Some cafés within a short drive

St. Catharines: 2.3 / 5

Quiet

2.8/ 5

Some sources of noise nearby

St. Catharines: 4.3 / 5

Parks

4.1/ 5

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

St. Catharines: 3.5 / 5
Project referenceSt. Catharines comparison, where suppliedSources & notes ↗

03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

Niche - Condos 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.

91 places shown · straight-line distances

Schools nearby

17 places
Elementary school756 m

Prince Philip Public School

600 Vine St

JK-8 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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Elementary school779 m

Assumption Catholic Elementary School

225 Parnell Rd

JK-8 · catholic · Niagara Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.1 km

Port Weller Public School

273 Parnell Rd

JK-8 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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High school1.3 km

Governor Simcoe Secondary School

15 Glenview Ave

9-12 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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High school1.4 km

Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School

460 Linwell Rd

9-12 · catholic · Niagara Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.6 km

St James Catholic Elementary School

615 Geneva St

JK-8 · catholic · Niagara Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school1.6 km

Dalewood Public School

61 Duncan Dr

1-8 · french immersion · District School Board of Niagara

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Elementary school2.0 km

Lockview Public School

505 Bunting Rd

JK-8 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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Elementary school2.3 km

Pine Grove Public School

690 Lake St

JK-8 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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High school / Elementary school2.3 km

Wheatley School of Montessori Education

497 Scott Street

site based

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Elementary school2.3 km

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School

502 Scott St

JK-8 · catholic · Niagara Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.4 km

Parnall Public School

507 Geneva St

JK-8 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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High school3.0 km

Saint Francis Catholic Secondary School

541 Lake St

9-12 · catholic · Niagara Catholic District School Board

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High school3.1 km

Eden High School

535 Lake St

9-12 · alternative · District School Board of Niagara

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High school3.1 km

Lifetime Learning Centre Secondary School

34 Catherine St

9-12 · alternative · District School Board of Niagara

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High school3.3 km

Laura Secord Secondary School

349 Niagara St

9-12 · regular · District School Board of Niagara

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High school3.9 km

Brock Academy

3050 Confederation Parkway

online/site based, all year round

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

11 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

3 places

04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Port Weller
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 Niche - Condos. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$120,051

Residents in the study area

1,392

Owner households

75.9%

Commute on foot

3.2%

Population age

0 to 4
4.7%
5 to 9
4.5%
10 to 14
5.5%
15 to 19
5.3%
20 to 34
16.6%
35 to 49
17.3%
50 to 64
21.5%
65 to 79
18.5%
80 and over
6.1%

Housing type

Single detached
68.9%
Row houses
14.9%
Apartment 5 or more floors
7.4%
Apartment 1-4 floors
6.5%
Duplex
2.2%
Semi detached
0.2%

Household composition

Single person
26.1%
Multi person
1.7%
Single family
71.2%
Multi family
1.0%

Commute mode

Car
91.9%
Foot
3.2%
Public transit
1.8%
Other
1.8%
Bicycle
1.2%
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Income

Average household income
$120,051
Average individual income
$51,692

Total

Total individuals
1,392

Owners vs Renters

Owners
75.9%
Renters
24.1%

Official language knowledge

English only
93.7%
English and French
5.7%
Other
0.6%
French only
0.0%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
13.0%
High school
30.6%
Trade certificate
5.1%
College certificate
28.3%
University certificate
1.9%
Bachelor degree
15.3%
Post graduate degree
5.8%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
1.7

Mother tongue

English
88.4%
Polish
2.0%
English and non-official language(s)
1.9%
Italian
1.9%
German
1.7%
Spanish
1.2%
French
0.9%
Mandarin
0.7%
Ukrainian
0.6%
Croatian
0.5%
Dutch
0.1%

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 Niche - Condos:
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.

District School Board of Niagara ↗Niagara Catholic District School Board ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Niche - Condos 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

239 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2M 1R9, 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.

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: 43.21297999999999, -79.22735. 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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