Bienville, Longueuil Rentals

Cars are a great mode of transportation in this part of the city. It is very convenient to access a parking spot, and nearby highways, such as Autoroute de l'Acier, are moderately easy to drive to from anywhere in Bienville. In contrast, public transit users may experience limited options in Bienville by reason of the low service level. Nonetheless, homeowners profit from the Gare Saint-Bruno on the 13 - Mont-Saint-Hilaire. The neighbourhood is linked by approximately 20 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. Commuting by bicycle is sometimes difficult in this neighbourhood because there are a limited number of bike lanes. Nonetheless, some enjoyable sectors for bicycling can be found, and cyclists do not face significant slopes. This area is also not very convenient for those who prefer to get around on foot since meeting day-to-day needs is impractical without a vehicle.

In all but a very small number of cases, a car is required to buy groceries. There are also a few opportunities for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. With regards to education, in Bienville, families will typically be able to access primary schools and daycares by walking. In contrast, there are no high schools in this area.

Bienville is a great neighbourhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a calm environment. This part of Longueuil is very quiet, as the streets are very tranquil - although there are still several noisier sections, especially near Autoroute de l'Acier. Lastly, greenery is not particularly present in this area; to be more precise, residents will find that there are few tree-lined streets. Nonetheless, there are approximately 10 green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, like Réserve naturelle du Ruisseau-Robert, and they are very well-distributed, which results in them being easy to access from a large number of locations in this part of Longueuil.

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing most buildings in Bienville, and the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. This neighbourhood has a good selection of unit sizes, ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Around 85% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home whereas renters make up the remainder. A majority of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has taken place after the year 2000.