Golden Square Mile, Montréal Rentals

No matter the mode of transportation, it is very simple to move around in this part of the city. Golden Square Mile is very convenient for those who travel by foot; all daily needs can be carried out by walking, and various businesses are especially close by. Active people will also appreciate the bike-friendly character of this neighbourhood. More precisely, the bicycling network is quite well-developed, and bike-share stations are rarely more than a few blocks away. The excellent public transit infrastructure makes transit a viable option for many. More specifically, Rapid transit stations, including Peel Station, McGill Station and Guy-Concordia Station on the Ligne 1 - Verte, are not very far-removed from the greater part of residences in the neighbourhood. There are approximately 30 bus lines traversing the neighbourhood, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. Golden Square Mile is also a fairly convenient part of Montréal for driving. The majority of homes for sale are a short car ride from the closest highway.

Both general and specialty grocery stores are usually accessible within a short walk from any home in Golden Square Mile. Rue Peel is among the best streets for groceries. Furthermore, with 200-odd restaurants and cafes in Golden Square Mile, there is generally a spot to get some food or drink just around the corner, for instance on Rue Sainte-Catherine. When it comes to education, it is a short walk to get to daycares and schools from most houses for sale in this neighbourhood. Parents have the option of public and private schools at both the primary and high school level.

Golden Square Mile offers a variety of experiences for those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces. It is especially easy to find lively areas in this part of the city. The streets are almost always busy with people, there is an extensive selection of entertainment venues, and with its approximately 30 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. This area also features a small amount of greenery; to be more specific, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for most streets is below average. Nonetheless, there are a few green spaces close by for residents to discover and they are very well-distributed, which makes them very easy to access.

The predominance of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of Golden Square Mile is an important part of its character. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. About 70% of the units in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters whereas the remainder are occupied by owners. Around 40% of properties in this neighbourhood were built after the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s.