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The Coves

Location

The Coves is a relatively small neighbourhood in southwest London, Ontario. This neighborhood is located close to the downtown core. It’s main intersection is Wharncliffe Road at Horton Street. The name of this district pays homage to the area which it’s bordered by – The Coves Environmentally Significant Area. Here, Londoners can enjoy the outdoors spending time fishing in the ponds, jogging along the trails or having a picnic in the park. A visit to The Coves showcases the diverse set of wildlife that inhabits the area. It is integral to the environmental history of London and the Thames River. Therefore, the city has made sure to preserve its natural state. 

Location is everything for this small neighbourhood. Residents can enjoy the benefits of ‘country living’, while in proximity to everything the city has to offer (a five-minute drive to the city centre). It is the perfect place for those who work in the city but love being outdoors! 

Neighborhood

The Coves is home to two residential areas. Buyers can shop the subdivision to the east of it and inside the curve of the ponds. To the east, development began in the late 1800’s with single detached homes. Apartment buildings and some row housing were developed more recently, during the mid 1900’s. Potential buyers can also shop in Cove Mobile Home Park for a serene, cottage-country feel. Because of the smaller houses and different housing types, the average list price sits at the mid to high $200,000s. Affordability combined with country living and direct access to amenities make this neighbourhood a sought after area to live in the Forest City. 

Schools

There are elementary and secondary options for students who live in this area, including Public, Catholic, French Immersion, and French Speaking schools. Kensal Park French Immersion Public School and Victoria Public School are both within walking distance for many of the families in this neighborhood. 

Elementary

  • Kensal Park French Immersion
  • Victoria Public
  • École élémentaire catholique
  • Frère-André
  • St. Martin
  • Woodland Heights Public School 

Secondary 

  • Westminster Catholic Central 

Amenities

For essential amenities, residents of The Coves can head to Wharncliffe Road. This stretch of road spanning from Horton Street East to Commissioners Road East boasts a variety of retailers. Head to Gary’s No Frills for groceries, the beloved Hyland Cinema for a movie and Shoppers Drug Mart, M&M Food Market, Source for Sports for other shopping. Located right in this area is Baracoa Tobacconist Cigar Shop – London’s one-stop shop for everything cigar related! 

For those who love to support local businesses, The Coves is a fantastic place to live. Wortley Village and Downtown, London are within proximity to the neighbourhood. These areas are packed with small, locally owned retailers in restaurants. Dine out at Mai’s Cafe & Bistro, Plant Matter Kitchen, Sweet Onion Bistro, Garlic’s of London, Spruce on Wellington, The Squire Pub & Grill, Zen’Za Pizza etc. Resident can get their sweat on at state of the art Hi Ignition Fit Lab located downtown, or spend an afternoon attempting to escape at London’s Trapdoor Escape Room! 

For additional green spaces, residents have access to Springbank Flats Park and Greenway Park. These are rather large parks with accessible amenities such as soccer fields and play areas. 

Serene, country living with easy access to all amenities creates a lifestyle worth living! Check out houses for sale in The Coves to start your new life now. 

Homes for Sale

If you’re in the market to buy or sell in London, please contact us. You can reach us at (519) 667-1800 or go ahead and email us at homevalue@santasellshouses.com. There are many great London area homes for sale. Click here to perform a full home search, or if you’re thinking of selling your home, click here for a FREE Market Valuation so you know what buyers are willing to pay for your home in today’s market. You may also call us at (519) 667-1800 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation, so that we may answer any of your real estate questions.