Otter District Real Estate & Homes For Sale
Located in the beautiful Langley Township is the Otter District neighborhood, situated southeast of Langley Center and west of Aldergrove, below Fraser Highway. A beautiful community featuring mostly single-family homes that are a blend between fairly modest and quite lavish, Otter District draws in people who desire the rural feel but also want to be close to amenities. The homes in this area tend to be further apart, creating a feeling of privacy, and with large yards and large lot sizes, families and individuals have plenty of room to enjoy their little slice of the township.
Although the area is more "rural" than some of the other neighborhoods of the Langley Township, individuals are actually just minutes away from outstanding shopping, dining and recreation options. As the Langley Township continues to grow (and it is one of the fastest growing areas in British Columbia), the demand for housing will also grow. This drives up property values, making the Otter District attractive to investors as well as families who may want to consider selling at a later date for profit.
Otter District Homes For Sale
Employment Opportunities
Members of the workforce who live in the Otter District are employed in a wide variety of industries. The Langley Township currently supports approximately 50,000 jobs, with the largest number of those being in the retail trade industry. Closely following that are manufacturing, construction, transporting and warehousing and educational care and services. The 6.7% unemployment rate is in line with the unemployment rate for British Columbia as a whole, and the Langley Township is one of the friendliest areas to start a business or build a company.
Shopping/Dining
Those living in the Otter District have many different options for dining and shopping. Just north of the neighborhood, folks can enjoy fresh, piping hot pizza at Windsor Pizza. Taking 57th Avenue east, residents reach a cluster of restaurants and diners, and just minutes away are all of the options along Fraser Highway. Here, residents can find Italian fare, Greek and Japanese cuisine and much more.
It's just a hop, skip and a jump to the largest shopping center in the area, Willowbrook Shopping Centre. More than 150 stores are located here, including everything from trendy clothing retailers and popular shoe stores to excellent health and beauty services and more. Otter District residents aren't far from Langley City, where they can access all of the shopping along the Langley Bypass and Fraser Highway; the area is well-known for eclectic items, gifts and antiques.
Transportation
Traveling around the Otter District isn't difficult at all; like most of the Langley Township (with the exception of some of the older neighborhoods), the area is laid out in a grid system. The Fraser Highway runs right along the north part of the neighborhood, and Highway 13, 256th Road and 248th Road all provide access to the Trans-Canada Highway. This is the preferred route for many who plan on traveling to nearby cities. Langley Regional Airport is just minutes outside the neighborhood, along the Fraser Highway, and TransLink buses provide public transportation all over the township.
Schools
The Township of Langley is served by the Langley School District number 35. Children who live in the Otter District attend either North Otter Elementary or Peterson Road Elementary. These schools funnel into DW Poppy Secondary School. When it comes to post-secondary education, there is a campus of the Kwantlen Polytechnic University here, as well as the private Trinity Western University.
The Arts
Although the Township of Langley isn't the largest art center around, residents have a lot of options. The Stagecoach Theatre Arts is just minutes away, as is the Langley Arts Council. Galleries, live performances, and theaters are present throughout Langley. The Canada Museum of Flight is just minutes away by car, and because of the township's convenient location, residents can take advantage of the art options in surrounding cities.
Recreation/Sports
There are a variety of recreational activities available in the Langley Township. Golf aficionados appreciate having several golf courses and clubs nearby, including Newlands and the Langley Golf Center. The Langley Civic Centre is an excellent option for remaining active; this 2,000,000 dollar facility features a hockey and a curling rink. Throughout the area there are trails and dykes that can be used for hiking, cycling or exploring.
Investing in Otter District Real Estate
Because the area is so rural and private-feeling, many families and individuals who love wide open spaces and serenity are drawn to the Otter District. Investors love the potential in some of the older homes, and keep an eye on the area frequently looking for steals and excellent discounts. The Otter District has something to appeal to everyone; with excellent schools and healthcare, great recreation and entertainment options, and stunning views and scenery, the Otter District is an excellent place to invest in.
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