De Lorimier, Montréal Real Estate Listings

De Lorimier is a great area with regards to getting around without a car. Commuting by public transit is straightforward in this part of the city thanks to a multitude of nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Ligne 1 - Verte and Ligne 2 - Orange, and about 30 nearby bus lines. It is also very convenient for pedestrians to navigate De Lorimier; all daily errands can be run without needing to use a car, and many businesses are moderately close at hand. De Lorimier will draw physically active house buyers as it is especially suited for biking. For example, riding is facilitated by the generally flat terrain, and the bicycling network is moderately comprehensive.

It is especially easy to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store without the need to get in a car from any location in De Lorimier. In addition, there are a fair number of choices within a short distance for those who value restaurants and cafes. In terms of education, in De Lorimier, parents and their children will almost always be able to access daycares and schools by walking. Apart from public schools, there are private primary and high schools.

De Lorimier is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this area. De Lorimier is reasonably good for those who like a quiet atmosphere, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic, although there are still several noisier sections, especially closer to the railway line. The greenery in this neighbourhood is quite prominent; it is very easy to reach public green spaces in the neighbourhood since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to check out. Residents will also find that many tree-lined streets are prominent. Lastly, this neighbourhood has numerous streets for those looking for a dynamic vibe. There is a wide selection of entertainment venues, there are a very large number of people around most of the time, and with its approximately 20 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Avenue du Mont-Royal is among the most animated streets in this part of the city.

The homes in this area are very old, since most of its buildings were built pre-1960, while many of the remaining buildings were built in the 1960s. The large percentage of small apartment buildings in the housing stock of this area is an important part of its character. About 70% of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by renters whereas owners occupy the remainder. This area offers mainly two bedroom and one bedroom homes.