Montcalm Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Montcalm is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of Québec. Montcalm is good for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour, although that is not the case around the railway line. There are approximately 40 parks close by for residents to discover, like Parc des Champs-de-Bataille and Parc linéaire du coteau Sainte-Geneviève, and they are very well-situated, making them very easy to get to. Finally, finding things to do is easy in this neighbourhood. Despite the fact that there is a limited selection of entertainment venues, there are usually crowds of people around, and with its about 20 bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

Transportation

Regardless of the medium of transportation, it is moderately convenient to move around in Montcalm. Thanks to over 50 nearby bus lines, this neighbourhood is reasonably transit friendly. It is also especially convenient for people travelling by foot to get around in this part of Québec; many daily errands can be run without the use of a vehicle, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Montcalm will attract physically active house buyers since it is fairly suited for biking. More specifically, the bicycling network is fairly well-developed.

Housing

Small apartment buildings are the most common housing type, representing most dwellings in Montcalm, while large apartment buildings are also present in the housing stock. This part of Québec offers mainly two bedroom and one bedroom homes. About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and the remainder are owners. About 45% of properties in this neighbourhood were constructed pre-1960, while many of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 1980s.

Services

It is very often practical for property owners in this neighbourhood to purchase general and specialty groceries as pedestrians. In addition, owing to over 100 restaurants and a few cafes, Montcalm is a good place in which to eat out. Home buyers have access to a large number of clothing stores within walking distance. Regarding education, parents and their children will value that no matter where their house is situated in Montcalm, daycares and schools are close by.