Neighbourhoods In Kenora - Where do you want to be?

The Neighbourhoods of Kenora

Are you thinking about a move into the Kenora area but you're not quite sure what neck of the woods you want to be in?

Do you want to be near the lake or something a bit more rural?

Does a location closer to schools and town infrastructure sound more ideal?

Location, Location, Location

I'll give you a brief description of each of the main areas that we usually categorize Kenora into.

Followed by some bullet point key features.

Keewatin

Now a part of the newly amalgamated City of Kenora, Keewatin is situated on the northern shore of Lake of the Woods. It is the first town you’ll encounter as you travel eastbound from Manitoba into Ontario. There are boat launches to both LOTW and Winnipeg Rivers in this area. Keewatin is full of its own unique local restaurants and amenities.

quiet, residential

near to schools

near to boat launches

Lakeside / Central

A neighbourhood that is surrounded by amenities such as the Recreation Centre (tennis court, gym, pool, hockey rink, beach V-ball), elementary schools, churches, Kenora Harbourfront, the dog park, Anishinabe Park, the baseball fields and is conveniently located near downtown Kenora and includes properties close to the water's edge.

near to walking trails

close to amenities

Lake of the woods

Lake of the Woods offers both recreational properties, residential, and condominium properties all located on the breathtaking Lotw. The lake and the surrounding areas have over 14,000 islands and more than 105,000 km's of shoreline – more shoreline than Lake Superior.

near to nature/lake

near to boat launches

local restaurants, gas marinas, fishing, fishing lodges

Black Sturgeon Lake

Remote but within driving distance, this area gives access to wilderness areas, nature and ecological pursuits while still offering a bit of civilization. An outdoor enthusiast will enjoy fishing, hiking, interpretive trails, golf (close to Beauty Bay Golf Course) or just reading a book in the sun on the dock while still being approximately 15 minutes drive to Kenora.

quiet, rural

near to nature/lake

infrastructure - access to garbage/recycling

Rabbit Lake

Rabbit Lake, is a Kenora neighbourhood that is conveniently located close to or on Rabbit Lake. This area has access to many ideal locations, like Garrow park (which has a large beach, rowing facilities, playgrounds, pickle ball courts and access to Rabbit lake walking trails) and the sportsplex. The Donkirk, Jaffary Melick and Rabbit Lake areas are close to both elementary and high schools and are approximately 6 minutes to downtown Kenora and offer several types of homes.

quiet, residential

near to Rabbit lake

Park access and amenities

near to schools

Airport Road

Located approximately 8 minutes from downtown Kenora and about 3-5 minutes to elementary and high schools and in some cases, students can walk to the neighbourhood schools. As the name describes, the Kenora Airport is located off this road, as well as the ski hill.

near to nature

quiet, rural

access to quad + snow machining trails

nice oversized yards

Valley Drive

Many roads branch off of Valley Drive, linking many subdivisions and neighbourhoods. Valley Drive is a sought-after area, located close to schools, convenience stores and within walking distance to downtown.

quiet, residential

near to schools

near to walking trails

Norman

Norman is located on the West side of Kenora and is an approximately 5 minutes car ride to downtown Kenora and 5 minutes to Keewatin. Norman is made up of mostly older homes, of different styles. The midpoint between Kenora and Keewatin, this location has access to Norman Beach, the Rotary Splash Park, local restaurants and Dairy Queen too!

close to amenities

near to lake, beach and park

quiet, residential

North End

The north end is within walking distance to both High Schools and Elementary schools and is approximately a 3-minute drive to downtown Kenora. This area is comprised of a few other neighbourhoods of similar diverse family homes.

quiet, residential

near to schools

near to walking trails

When you live in Kenora

Something beautiful is always just around the corner.

It's up to you, to decide on what type of beauty you want to see every day.

Do you want to dive a bit more in-depth? Contact me today and we can discuss your options.

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