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Kitchener · A CLOSER LOOK

NOMI
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

NOMI location:
Kitchener.

Part of the Kitchener - Cambridge - Waterloo metropolitan area, Doon South is a neighbourhood within Kitchener, Ontario.

628 New Dundee Rd, Kitchener, ON N2P 2N7, Canada. The address reference does not establish a final entrance or the location of an individual home.

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Location reference

Kitchener

628 New Dundee Rd, Kitchener, ON N2P 2N7, Canada

Provider neighbourhood

Doon South

Provider labels may differ from builder descriptions.

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN CONTEXT

Start with how
you spend your day.

People who prefer a slower-paced atmosphere will enjoy Doon South. This part of the city is very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, most locations in the neighbourhood have reasonably good access to public green spaces, including Southwest Optimist Sports Field and Tilt's Bush, since numerous houses for sale have one around the corner and there are over 50 parks nearby for residents to enjoy.

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Getting around

The best method to navigate Doon South is usually driving. It is very convenient to park. On the other hand, public transit riders may have limited options in this area as a result of the infrequent service. Nevertheless, house owners have access to a few bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. Traveling on foot is not very feasible for home buyers in this neighbourhood as very few daily needs can be carried out without the use of a vehicle. However, it is convenient to get around by bicycle in this area because there are a fair number of bike lanes.

Everyday essentials

Doing one's groceries often requires the use of a vehicle in Doon South. Nevertheless, reaching the nearest pharmacy and therefore some staple foods is typically convenient. There are also a few options for those who care about close by restaurants and cafes. Concerning education, parents and their children will appreciate that no matter where their house is located in Doon South, primary schools and daycares are nearby. However, this neighbourhood does not contain any high schools.

Local character

People who prefer a slower-paced atmosphere will enjoy Doon South. This part of the city is very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, most locations in the neighbourhood have reasonably good access to public green spaces, including Southwest Optimist Sports Field and Tilt's Bush, since numerous houses for sale have one around the corner and there are over 50 parks nearby for residents to enjoy.

Surrounding homes

Single detached homes and townhouses are the predominant housing type in Doon South. Most homes in this neighbourhood were constructed following the year 2000, during its largest building boom. This area is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy about 85% of the units in Doon South while renters occupy the remainder.

02 / LOCATION SCORES

NOMI
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

0.0/ 5

Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Kitchener: 2.7 / 5

Elementary schools

1.7/ 5

At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

Kitchener: 4.4 / 5

Public transit

0.9/ 5

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Kitchener: 2.3 / 5

Groceries

1.5/ 5

Some groceries within a short drive

Kitchener: 3.8 / 5

Wellness

1.4/ 5

Limited amenities promoting health and activity within walking distance

Kitchener: 3.0 / 5

Restaurants

1.7/ 5

Some restaurants within a short drive

Kitchener: 3.2 / 5

Walking

0.6/ 5

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

Kitchener: 2.8 / 5

Cycling

2.7/ 5

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Kitchener: 3.2 / 5

Driving

5.0/ 5

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

Kitchener: 4.2 / 5

Vibrancy

0.5/ 5

Calm atmosphere at all hours

Kitchener: 1.3 / 5

Shopping

1.0/ 5

Few or no shops within a short drive

Kitchener: 3.4 / 5

Childcare

2.4/ 5

At least one daycare within a short drive

Kitchener: 4.0 / 5

Nightlife

0.9/ 5

Few or no bars within a short drive

Kitchener: 1.7 / 5

Cafés

1.1/ 5

Some cafés within a short drive

Kitchener: 3.0 / 5

Quiet

3.4/ 5

Few sources of noise nearby

Kitchener: 4.2 / 5

Parks

4.0/ 5

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

Kitchener: 4.5 / 5
Project referenceKitchener comparison, where suppliedSources & notes ↗

03 / EXPLORE NEARBY

NOMI 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

13 places
Elementary school512 m

Willow River Public School

670 Thomas Slee Drive

JK-8 · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.3 km

Groh Public School

225 Thomas Slee Drive

JK-8 · french immersion, regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

J W Gerth Public School

171 Appleridge Dr

JK-6 · regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school1.7 km

Doon Public School

1401 Doon Village Rd

6-8 · regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school2.5 km

St Timothy Catholic Elementary School

15 Bechtel Dr

JK-8 · catholic · Waterloo Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school2.6 km

Carmel New Church School

40 Chapel Hill Dr

site based

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Elementary school2.8 km

Brigadoon Public School

415 Caryndale Dr

JK-6 · regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school3.0 km

St Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Elementary School

560 Pioneer Dr

JK-8 · catholic · Waterloo Catholic District School Board

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Elementary school3.1 km

Pioneer Park Public School

55 Upper Canada Dr

JK-6 · regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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High school3.3 km

Acheron College (Grand Valley)

1575 Homer Watson Blvd.

site based, all year round

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High school4.2 km

Huron Heights Secondary School

1825 Strasburg Road

9-12 · regular · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Elementary school4.3 km

Oak Creek Public School

80 Tartan Avenue

JK-8 · Waterloo Region District School Board

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Transit nearby

30 places
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Dining nearby

16 places
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Parks nearby

30 places
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Daily essentials nearby

2 places

04 / THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

Doon South
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 NOMI. Underlying census reference years are not supplied in this view.

Average household income

$152,681

Residents in the study area

766

Owner households

79.1%

Commute on foot

0.6%

Population age

0 to 4
8.2%
5 to 9
8.6%
10 to 14
9.3%
15 to 19
7.5%
20 to 34
21.9%
35 to 49
26.7%
50 to 64
12.5%
65 to 79
4.6%
80 and over
0.8%

Housing type

Single detached
80.1%
Row houses
14.7%
Duplex
2.0%
Apartment 1-4 floors
1.6%
Apartment 5 or more floors
1.4%
Semi detached
0.2%

Household composition

Single person
10.2%
Multi person
3.3%
Single family
84.5%
Multi family
2.0%

Commute mode

Car
94.4%
Other
3.1%
Public transit
1.9%
Foot
0.6%
Bicycle
0.0%
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Income

Average household income
$152,681
Average individual income
$59,632

Total

Total individuals
766

Owners vs Renters

Owners
79.1%
Renters
20.9%

Official language knowledge

English only
89.4%
English and French
7.2%
Other
3.4%
French only
0.1%

Highest level of education achieved

Did not graduate high school
13.1%
High school
23.2%
Trade certificate
4.0%
College certificate
19.4%
University certificate
2.6%
Bachelor degree
27.8%
Post graduate degree
9.9%

Number of children per household

Average number of children per household
2

Mother tongue

English
57.1%
Punjabi (Panjabi)
13.9%
English and non-official language(s)
7.5%
Romanian
3.7%
Mandarin
3.5%
Arabic
3.3%
Urdu
3.3%
Portuguese
2.8%
Gujarati
2.8%
Spanish
2.3%

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 NOMI:
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.

Waterloo Region District School Board ↗Waterloo Catholic District School Board ↗

06 / SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

NOMI 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

628 New Dundee Rd, Kitchener, ON N2P 2N7, 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: 43.3733096, -80.424111. 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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