Côte-Saint-Paul
MontréalIntroduction
Côte-Saint-Paul offers residence the convenience of being close to Montreal's downtown core as well as a pleasant urban environment filled with green spaces. Located in the Southwest borough of Montreal, it is nestled between the Lachine Canal and the Canal de l’Aqueduc, and bordered to the West by Monk Boulevard.
Lifestyle
Despite its proximity to downtown Montreal, Côte-Saint-Paul is very much a residential area. Its residents love all of the green space including local parks, dog parks, tennis courts as well as easy access to the Lachine canal. Though the neighbourhood’s surrounding areas are going trough a period of gentrification, Côte-Saint-Paul still has that small town feel with many family-owned businesses.
The Vibe
Area residents love that they live close enough to downtown Montreal for an easy commute, yet also benefit from an urban milieu with green space. As one of 7 of the southwest neighbourhoods, Côte-Saint-Paul offers an environment that stands on its own two feet without feeling crowded. It holds various restaurant and cafe options to keep residents entertained.
Meet the Neighbours
Côte-Saint-Paul holds a large majority of the Southwest boroughs population due to its vast residential area. A large number of its population are adults and young adults. The area comprises mostly singles and less families than Montreal’s other suburban neighbourhoods. Like most of Montreal, Côte-Saint-Paul is multicultural and a number of its residents were born outside of Canada.
In the Area
Despite being a largely residential area with many parks, there are also a number of grocery and convenience stores in the area. The majority of nightlife takes place on Monk Boulevard where residents can find restaurants and pubs. The area also houses the borough’s multicultural centre, la Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay, where concerts and conferences are held throughout the year.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
The neighbourhood is served by the Jolicoeur metro station and can easily bring residents to downtown Montreal in less than 15 minutes. There are a number of bus routes to bring residents around and out of the neighbourhood. Drivers can access Decarie Autoroute to the North of the neighbourhood and use the De La Vérendrye exit.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Côte-Saint-Paul’s surrounding neighbourhoods, Griffintown and Saint-Henri are booming, which may cause concern for gentrification. Still the neighbourhood remains an inviting area for those who want the best of urban and city living. The proximity to the Lachine Canal is another bonus for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy biking.
Dollars & Sense
Côte-Saint-Paul can offer affordable housing options close to downtown Montreal. Thanks to the area's multiculturalism it also offers a number of restaurants and convenience services at several price points. The neighbourhood is a great option for singles, students and new families who are on a budget, but who don’t want to miss out on urban life.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Ville Émard Pizza
Ignore the name of this pizza & submarine joint because it is in fact proudly located in Côte-Saint-Paul. It’s a local favourite for a quick and delicious bite any day of the week.
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This deli and grocery store is a great convenience for local residents to have around since it opened in 1961, but it’s best known for its cheap and delicious Kielbasa sandwiches and smoked meat.
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Dairy Queen is a favourite ice cream stop in many neighbourhoods, but this particular stop in Côte-Saint-Paul has been around for almost 50 years and is a community staple.
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This restaurant has a vast menu that satisfies local appetites any time of day. Families love to go for a morning brunch, as do students for their poutines and sandwiches.
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Located in a quiet area, this restaurant is another local favourite with a solid breakfast and lunch menu. Its menu contains all your breakfast classics like Eggs Benedict which keep locals coming for more.
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