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Bowmanville, is the largest community within the municipality of Clarington in Durham Region,
of Southern Ontario and is one with a rather rich history. But, while it may have been the
abundance of farmlands and the presence of creeks that initially attracted European settlers in
1794, there are many other attributes that make current day Bowmanville a highly sought after
area for individuals in the housing market.
A main selling point for one considering buying a home in Bowmanville is the beauty of its
historical downtown core. Within this area one can find pretty much everything and anything
they are looking for, whether it be from antiques to designer clothing, it can be found on the
picturesque and easily accessible main street. Don?t feel like driving, well then just hop on the
town bus service, making stops in the heart of Bowmanville’s bustling downtown, dropping
you off at the doorstep of the town?s friendly local merchants and the wide variety of goods and
services they provide. There really is no need to shop any place else.
Shopping not your thing? Well, Bownmanville has plenty more to offer. Why not take a trip to
the Motosport International Raceway, to catch a race or two? Those with an interest in animals
will surely want to take a trip to the Bowmanville Zoo, the oldest private zoo in Canada. And for
hockey fans, one can get their fix by making the short journey to Oshawa, to watch some of the
futures brightest stars play for the Oshawa Generals of the OHL.
While there many employment are opportunities within Bowmanville, the town is known as
a ‘bedroom community’ as many of its residents travel elsewhere to work, most in nearby
Oshawa and other parts of Durham, or 75km beyond to Toronto. These individuals commute
using Highway 401, or the commuter GO Train, which leaves from Oshawa. However, service
on the GO Train line will soon expand to Bowmanville. Notable employers, within proximity of
Bowmanville include: two post-secondary schools (1 university and 1 college) in Oshawa, the
Ontario Ministry of Revenue, as well as Lakeridge Hospital.
A lively community with a feeling of history and serene beauty, Bowmanville has become a very
popular destination for aspiring home buyers, who appreciate it for its rich heritage and its close
proximity to the Greater Toronto Area. For those looking to sell their property in Bowmanville,
one should definitely look into private real estate, with a flat fee MLS® listing. Private home sales
offer significant savings and, as such, many homes for sale in Bowmanville are being listed
as for sale by owner. Many Bowmanville residents have made the most of their home-selling
opportunity, selling their home by owner and listing on MLS®.
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