638 Buchan Ave, Oshawa resides in the neighbourhood of McLaughlin. Nearby areas include McLaughlin, Northglen, Blue Grass Meadows, and Rolling Acres, and the city of Whitby is also close by.

Some good places to grab a bite are China Wok and Subway. Venture a little further for a meal at Super Wok. If you love coffee, you're not too far from Coffee Time located at 500 Rossland Rd W. Groceries can be found at Buckingham Meat Market which is only an 18 minute walk and you'll find Rexall only a 14 minute walk as well. Entertainment options near 638 Buchan Ave, Oshawa include The Thornton Arms. 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 28-minute drive