Townhouses For Sale in Murray Ward, Quinte West

Brookshire Meadows and the bungalow boom

The townhouses that come up most often in Murray ward are bungalow rows in newer subdivisions on the west side of Trenton. Brookshire Meadows, near Trenton Memorial Hospital and its own neighbourhood park, is one of the best-known. Its bungalow townhouses typically have an attached garage, a main-floor primary bedroom and a small backyard, with many offering finished or finishable basements.

These homes appeal strongly to retirees and downsizers who want single-level living without condo-style rules, and to military families who want something new and low-maintenance. They are mostly freehold, though it is worth checking each listing for any common-elements fee.

Inside, expect open-concept main floors, a primary bedroom with an ensuite and a second bedroom or den at the front. End units are the most sought after for their extra windows and side yards.

From Carrying Place to Weller's Bay

Beyond the subdivisions, Murray ward is largely rural, with farms, shoreline cottages and small communities such as Carrying Place, Wooler, Stockdale and Twelve O'Clock Point. Carrying Place sits at the narrow neck of land leading into Prince Edward County, and Weller's Bay offers a quieter stretch of water than the main bay.

Townhouses in these rural areas are very rare. The ward's townhouse market is almost entirely concentrated near Trenton, so a Murray ward townhouse listing usually means a home within a few minutes of the city's shopping and services.

Daily life on the west side

Living in west Trenton means Trenton Memorial Hospital is close by, along with grocery stores, pharmacies and restaurants. Highway 401 is a short drive north, and Highway 33 leads south toward Carrying Place and the County.

There are no nearby transit stops for many of the newer streets, so a car is needed for most errands. For downsizers, that is worth weighing, especially if you expect to drive less in the years ahead.

The upside is quiet streets with little through traffic. Many residents walk the subdivision loops and the park in the evenings, and neighbours often know each other because so many moved in around the same time.

Before you buy a Murray ward bungalow town

• Check the Tarion warranty on newer homes and ask whether any defects have been reported.
• Confirm the tenure and any fee: some rows are on public streets, others on private roads.
• Ask about flight paths: parts of Quinte West are under the base's approach routes. Spend time at the property to hear what normal days sound like.
• Look at the basement: many units were sold unfinished, so check permits and quality if one has been finished.

Murray ward versus Trenton ward

For most buyers, the choice is between a newer bungalow townhouse in Murray ward and an older two-storey or condo townhouse in Trenton ward. Murray ward offers modern construction and single-level living, while Trenton ward is closer to the river, downtown and older amenities, often at a lower purchase price. Visiting both on the same day makes the difference clear.

Because bungalow townhouses are in short supply across the region, Murray ward listings often draw buyers from Belleville, Brighton and even the GTA.

Plan to see a few before deciding.