Land For Sale in Golden Square Mile, Montréal

Regardless of the medium of transportation, it is very convenient to move around in Golden Square Mile. The great public transit access allows people to get to many destinations without needing a car. More specifically, rapid transit stations, such as Peel Station and McGill Station on the 1 | Ligne 1 - Verte, are not very far-removed from the majority of houses in the neighbourhood. Homeowners benefit from about 30 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most residences. It is also very convenient for pedestrians to get around in this part of Montréal; all common errands can be run on foot, and a large number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Riding a bicycle is quite adopted in Golden Square Mile as this area features a reasonably good cycling infrastructure, and bike-share stations are hardly ever more than a few blocks away.

It is especially convenient to get to both a general and a specialty grocery store on foot from most homes for sale in this part of Montréal. In addition, there are over 200 restaurants and around 30 cafes to experience in Golden Square Mile. Home buyers can find countless clothing stores within walking distance. As far as education is concerned, in this neighbourhood, parents and their kids will typically be able to get to daycares and schools by walking.

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces will feel at home in Golden Square Mile. There are a very large number of lively parts in this area to discover. There are often a very large number of people around, there are many nearby entertainment venues, and with its approximately 30 bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by. There is not that much greenery in this part of Montréal; more specifically, residents will find that the majority of streets have below average tree coverage. However, public green spaces are especially well-situated and there are approximately 10 of them nearby for residents to check out, making it very easy to get to them.

The substantial proportion of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of Golden Square Mile is an important part of its character. This part of the city offers mainly two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Renters occupy roughly three quarters of the dwellings in the neighbourhood and the rest are occupied by owners. Around 45% of homes in this neighbourhood were constructed between 1960 and 1980, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 2000s.