La Petite-Patrie, Montréal Rentals

La Petite-Patrie is an excellent neighbourhood for eco-friendly transportation options. This area is a very pleasant part of Montréal for moving around by public transit. For instance, rapid transit stations, such as Fabre Station, Station Jean-Talon 2 and Rosemont Station on the Ligne 2 - Orange and Ligne 5 - Bleue, are typically nearby from the majority of residences in the neighbourhood. There are approximately 20 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and the nearest bus stop is typically very close. La Petite-Patrie is also an extremely convenient part of Montréal for pedestrians; all common errands can be run on foot, and there are also a good number of businesses nearby. This neighbourhood is an extraordinarily pleasant part of Montréal for cyclists. For instance, the bicycling infrastructure is quite comprehensive, and it is an even ride to most locations.

Daycares and schools are very easy to get to on foot from anywhere in La Petite-Patrie. With regards to eating, it is usually feasible for home buyers in this part of the city to buy general and specialty groceries on foot. Rue Beaubien is among the best streets for groceries. In addition, there are over 150 restaurants and about 10 coffee shops to enjoy in La Petite-Patrie.

La Petite-Patrie has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. It is very easy to find lively areas in this part of the city. There is a vast selection of entertainment venues, there are often a very large number of people around, and finding one of the about 20 bars is very easy since they are generally located very close by. Rue Saint-Hubert is among the most active streets in this part of the city. La Petite-Patrie is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour, although that is not the case close to the railway line. There is a small amount of greenery in this part of Montréal; to be more precise, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for the majority of streets is below average. Nonetheless, there are around 10 public green spaces close by for residents to explore, such as Parc du Père-Marquette, and they are especially well-situated, which makes it very easy to get to them.

The sizeable proportion of small apartment buildings in the housing stock of La Petite-Patrie is an important part of its character. This area experienced its biggest construction boom prior to the 1960s, so most of the available housing is from this era. This part of the city is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Renters occupy roughly 70% of the properties in the neighbourhood whereas owners occupy the remainder.