Parc-Lafontaine, Montréal, Quebec Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Parc-Lafontaine experienced its largest construction boom pre-1960, so most of the available properties are from this time period. In this neighbourhood, around three quarters of buildings are small apartment buildings, but large apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. Roughly 70% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and 30% are owners. This area is primarily composed of two bedroom and one bedroom homes. Read more about Parc-Lafontaine real estate
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Transportation
House buyers in Parc-Lafontaine benefit from various alternatives to travel without the need for a car. Travelling by public transit is very convenient in this part of Montréal. More precisely, the closest rapid transit station, including Mont-Royal Station and Sherbrooke Station on the Orange Line, is commonly just around the corner from the bulk of residences in the neighbourhood. Homeowners benefit from around 10 bus lines, and it is especially convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most homes. Parc-Lafontaine is also very well-suited for those who travel by foot; most day-to-day needs are very easy to carry out by walking, and numerous businesses are very close by. Parc-Lafontaine will draw physically active house buyers as it is very suitable for bicycling. For example, bike-share stations are seldomly more than a short distance away, and the cycling network is good.
Services
In Parc-Lafontaine, parents and their children will almost always be able to access daycares and schools on foot. When it comes to eating, it is especially easy to get to both a general and a specialty grocery store by walking from any home in this neighbourhood. Additionally, thanks to over 50 restaurants and a few coffee shops, Parc-Lafontaine is a very good place in which to go out to eat. A great variety of clothing stores is also available within a very short walking distance.
Character
Parc-Lafontaine has a character that appeals to a very diverse group of people. There are a very large number of things to do in this area for those looking for a dynamic vibe. The streets are usually busy with people, there is an extensive selection of entertainment venues, and with its about 10 bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located very close by. Parc-Lafontaine is good for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are generally quite peaceful. Greenery is prominent in this part of Montréal; there are a few green spaces close by for residents to explore, including Parc la Fontaine, and they are especially well-distributed, making them very easy to get to. Residents will also find that a lot of streets have fairly good tree coverage.
