Jacques-Cartier Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Jacques-Cartier is a very good borough to buy a house in for those who prefer a relaxed environment. There are over 50 public green spaces nearby for residents to enjoy, like Parc Sylvie-Daigle and Parc du Marquis-de-Montcalm, making them easy to get to. The noise levels in this area are also very low, as the streets tend to be very tranquil.

Transportation

Jacques-Cartier is rather suitable for those who like to travel as pedestrians; running daily errands is easy without the need for a vehicle. Getting around by bicycle is also convenient in Jacques-Cartier. Travelling by public transit is at times challenging in this area. Nevertheless, residents have access to about 40 bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. On the other hand, Jacques-Cartier is very car friendly. Coming across a parking spot is quite easy.

Housing

Roughly one quarter of properties in Jacques-Cartier were built between 1960 and 1980, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. In this part of the city, the majority of dwellings are small apartment buildings, while single detached homes are the main alternative in the housing stock. Around 55% of the population of this borough rent their home and 45% are owners. This part of Sherbrooke has a good choice of housing size options, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

Daycares and schools are very easy to access without needing a car from anywhere in this part of Sherbrooke. When it comes to eating, it is convenient to get to the closest supermarket as a pedestrian from any location in Jacques-Cartier. Furthermore, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of options, and a limited variety of cafes can be found as well. It is also a rather short walk to a good choice of clothing stores.