Open Houses in Little Italy, Montréal

Property owners in Little Italy have various alternatives to move around without the need for a car. This neighbourhood is especially transit friendly due to 2 rapid transit stations (Beaubien Station and Station Jean-Talon 2) on the Ligne 2 - Orange, and approximately 10 nearby bus lines. It is also very easy for pedestrians to navigate Little Italy; most daily needs can be met by walking, and a large number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Little Italy is an extremely pleasant part of Montréal for cyclists. More specifically, it is an even ride to most locations, and the bicycling infrastructure is fairly good.

It is usually an option for house buyers in Little Italy to purchase general and specialty groceries by walking. There are around 20 supermarkets in Little Italy, and the best choice can be found on streets such as Rue Beaubien. Likewise, a restaurant is generally just around the corner, and property owners are served by a few cafes as well. As far as education is concerned, families will find that no matter where their house is situated in Little Italy, schools and daycares are nearby.

Little Italy has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Most areas in Little Italy are quiet, as the streets are usually reasonably peaceful, although that is not the case near the railway line. There is not that much greenery in this part of the city; more specifically, residents will find that there are few tree-lined streets. However, parks are especially well-situated and there are a few of them close by for residents to visit, resulting in them being very easy to get to from most locations within this neighbourhood. Lastly, this part of Montréal has a large number of areas for those looking for a dynamic vibe. There are very often crowds of people around, there are numerous nearby entertainment venues, and places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the area. Rue Saint-Hubert is among the most lively streets in this neighbourhood.

About 70% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home whereas the remainder are owners. In this neighbourhood, roughly 85% of buildings are small apartment buildings, while duplexes are also present in the housing stock. Most of the housing growth in this part of Montréal took place pre-1960. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes.