# Uptown Features Dense Transit Network and Diverse Amenity Mix

Uptown features a dense network of 52 transit stops and 10 parks. The area also includes 27 recreation facilities and 5 grocery stores.

Published 2026-10-11. Evidence snapshot 2026-10-12.

## Key facts and reporting periods

- Median Sale Price: 670000 cad. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- Sales Volume: 405 count. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- Sales Volume: 21 count. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- New Listings: 1293 count. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- Active Listings: 69 count. Property type: Condominium. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://www.mynextkwhome.com/blog)
- Active Listings: 2438 count. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- Days on Market: 32 days. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-11. [Source](https://wahi.com/ca/en/housing-market/on/waterloo)
- Average Sale Price: 778389 cad. Property type: All. Scope: Waterloo, ON. Reporting date: 2026-10-07. [Source](https://wowa.ca/kitchener-waterloo-cambridge-housing-market)

## Market summary

Uptown features a dense network of 52 transit stops and 10 parks. The area also includes 27 recreation facilities and 5 grocery stores.

## Central finding

Uptown's mapped amenities include 52 transit stops, 10 parks, and 27 recreation facilities within the neighbourhood boundary. Sources:
[École élémentaire L'Harmonie](https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/153214091)

## Essential Services and Educational Access

Five grocery stores serve Uptown, including Walmart Supercentre, Sobeys, and Bulk Barn. Two schools are mapped within the area: École élémentaire L'Harmonie and St. Agnes Catholic Elementary School. Three childcare centres provide early learning options for families in the neighbourhood. These essential services contribute to the daily functionality and convenience for local households.

The presence of these facilities establishes a baseline for residential livability in Uptown. Grocery access varies from large supercentres to independent grocers, offering different shopping experiences. Educational institutions support family-oriented living arrangements within the defined geographic scope. The combination of retail, education, and childcare creates a comprehensive support system for residents. Sources:
[École élémentaire L'Harmonie](https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/153214091)

## The strongest counter-case

The amenity data consists of point locations without route details, service frequencies, or quality metrics. Sources:
[École élémentaire L'Harmonie](https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/153214091)

## City market context

From the Waterloo market article, 11 October 2026:

Waterloo's median sale price held near $670,000 while active listings rose to 2,438. New listings fell 18.27% year-over-year, indicating a balanced but cautious market. Waterloo's housing market maintains stable pricing with a median of $670,000 despite rising active inventory, suggesting a balanced environment where supply growth has not yet pressured prices downward.

## Sources

- [École élémentaire L'Harmonie](https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/153214091): date unavailable. Scope: neighbourhood.

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