According to the 2001 federal census, residential development in Gariepy began in the 1970s when almost half (46.3%) of all residences in the neighbourhood were constructed. Most of the remainder (47.7%) were constructed during the 1980s. A small number (3.4%) were built during the 1960s while the remainder were constructed after
1990. The most common type of residence in the neighbourhood, according to the 2005 municipal census, is the
single-family dwelling. These account for two out of every three (66%) of all residences.
Apartment style
condominiums account for 13% of all residences while
duplexes account for 14% of all residences. The remaining 6% of residences are
row houses. Substantially all (97%) of all residences are owner-occupied, with the remainder being
rented. == Shopping and schools ==