Ahuntsic

Montréal

About the neighbourhood

Ahuntsic is a charming neighbourhood in Montreal, offering residents a variety of transportation options and easy access to a range of amenities. The area is pedestrian and cyclist-friendly, with well-connected transit options and easy access to highways for those who prefer to drive. Residents can easily find groceries, restaurants, cafes, and clothing stores within walking distance. The neighbourhood also boasts a tranquil and green environment, with numerous parks and tree-lined streets. Housing options include small apartment buildings and duplexes, with a mix of rental and owned properties, providing a diverse range of homes for potential buyers.

Highlights

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Characteristics

Transportation

No matter the means of transportation, it is moderately convenient to travel in Ahuntsic. Most houses for sale in this area are located in areas that are very suitable for people who prefer to travel on foot; carrying out daily needs is easy without a vehicle, and many businesses are fairly close by. Ahuntsic is also a fairly convenient part of Montréal for cyclists. For example, the bicycling infrastructure is well-developed. The transit service in this part of the city is very practical thanks to 3 rapid transit stations (Sauvé Station, Station Cartier (zone B) and Henri-Bourassa Station) with access to the Ligne 2 - Orange, and approximately 50 nearby bus lines. This area is also a fairly good part of Montréal for moving around by car. It is a rather short car ride to the closest highway from any home in Ahuntsic.

Homes for Sale Near Ahuntsic

There are currently no homes for sale near this neighbourhood.

Services

It is very often practical for property owners in Ahuntsic to buy general and specialty groceries on foot. Moreover, those who are fond of eating in restaurants or cafes will have a good number of opportunities in Ahuntsic. It is also straightforward to access a selection of clothing stores without a car. With regards to education, families will appreciate that no matter where their home is situated in this area, daycares and schools are nearby.

Character

Ahuntsic is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of Montréal. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and with its approximately 10 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Ahuntsic is quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. The greenery in this part of Montréal is prominent; public green spaces, like Parc-nature de l'Île-de-la-Visitation and Parc Bernard-Landry, are especially well-situated and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore, making them very easy to reach. Residents will also find that there are numerous tree-lined streets.

Car friendly6.6

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly7.6

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly8.4

Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

Transit friendly8.6

Near rapid transit and frequent bus lines

Restaurants8.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries8.8

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping8.4

Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes5.6

Variety of cafés within a short drive

Quiet7.2

Few sources of noise nearby

Nightlife7.6

Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Vibrant4.2

Vibrant atmosphere at various times of the day

Neighbourhood Demographics

Median Household Income

Housing Type

6.8% SINGLE DETACHED
5.1% SEMI DETACHED
19.2% MULTIPLEX (2-4 UNITS)
61.7% APARTMENT 1-4 FLOORS
6.4% APARTMENT 5 OR MORE FLOORS
0.0% MOBILE

Population Age

Education Level

6.7% DID NOT GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL
10.1% HIGH SCHOOL
33.5% DEGREE, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA BELOW BACHELOR'S DEGREE
28.6% BACHELOR'S DEGREE
15.8% MASTER'S DEGREE
1.2% MEDICAL DEGREE
2.7% DOCTORATE

Language

Commute Mode

8.4% FOOT
3.9% BICYCLE
33.4% PUBLIC TRANSIT
52.8% CAR
0.7% OTHER

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