586 Balsam Crescent, Oshawa resides in the neighbourhood of Lakeview. Other sought-after neighbourhoods near this property are Lakeview, Stevenson, Farewell, and Central Oshawa, and the city of Courtice is also close by.

Some good places to grab a bite are Mary Brown's Fried Chicken and LakeView Burger & Diner. Venture a little further for a meal at Captain Georges Fish & Chips. If you love coffee, you're not too far from Tim Horton's Donuts located at 146 Bloor Street E. For those that love cooking, Nadim's No Frills is a 6-minute drive. There is a zoo,Reptilia, that is a 5-minute drive and is a great for a family outing.

Getting around the area will require a vehicle, as the nearest transit stop is a TTC BusStop (STARSPRAY LOOP AT LAWRENCE AVE EAST) and is a 29-minute drive