This week, Catherine, Director of Operations for our Montreal real estate brokerage organization, invites you to discover the little things that make the Rosemont La Petite-Patrie neighborhood so unique. She is a proud Rosemont resident for over 22 years, and describes her neighborhood as a suburb within the city, where calm, greenery and unparalleled accessibility come together.
Many properties are built on rock.
Most of Rosemont‘s properties are built on bedrock, which is particularly suitable for all types of construction, from cottages to condominiums and plexes. Rock keeps buildings more stable and reduces the risk of subsidence or ground movement.
Shoeboxes
If you’ve ever strolled through the Rosemont La Petite-Patrie neighborhood, you’ve probably noticed these small rectangular houses, known as “shoeboxes”. These single-family homes, built in the early 20th century, were originally intended to house the workers of the day. They are particularly common in the Rosemont and Villeray neighborhoods. A true legacy of the past, these properties contribute to the history of the neighborhood and have been subject to a moratorium on demolition since 2018. If you’re looking to renovate your shoebox, we recommend you read our article: Transformation and Expansion of Shoebox Houses: Can They Be Renovated?
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Rosemont's abundance of green lanes
Rosemont is the Montreal borough with the largest number of green alleyways, with over 140 landscaped spaces. These alleyways offer many benefits, not least improving quality of life by encouraging neighborly interaction and helping to reduce urban heat islands. Where alleyways are not landscaped, they provide convenient parking, making it easier for Rosemont residents to find parking spaces.
An ideal neighborhood for families
Rosemont is a perfect neighborhood for Montreal families, offering a multitude of free activities in its parks during the summer. What’s more, the borough is home to several primary and secondary schools, making it an even more accessible and convenient place to live.
A multitude of plexes
Although the Rosemont La Petite-Patrie borough is particularly popular with families, it is also a strategic choice for owner-occupiers and investors, due to the large number of plexes. These income properties offer numerous advantages to owners, such as tax incentives, attractive rental income and long-term financial stability.
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In short, Rosemont is a great borough to live in, for many reasons, including its solid foundations, rich green spaces, access to free activities for children, as well as the opportunity to invest in real estate thanks to the presence of numerous plexes.
If you’re looking for real estate in Rosemont La Petite-Patrie, don’t hesitate to contact one of our Montreal real estate brokers today.
