Pierrefonds-Roxboro
MontréalIntroduction
A Montreal borough, Pierrefonds-Roxboro is bordered to the south and west by the West Island municipalities of Kirkland, Pointe-Claire, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Senneville and Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue. Besides sharing a land border with the borough of île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève, it is bordered to the north by the Rivière des Prairies and to the west by Ahuntsic-Cartierville and Ville Saint-Laurent.
Lifestyle
Pierrefonds-Roxboro holds a number of neighbourhoods that each offer something different to its residents. Primarily a residential area, this borough gives residents the option to live off of the shorelines of the Rivière des Prairies or closer to urban living next to local services and stores. What’s more, the area is home to a slew of green space including the largest nature park in Montreal.
The Vibe
This borough is primarily a residential neighbourhood, but also offers residents the benefit of easy access to grocery stores, shopping malls and other services. The area spans across a long and narrow stretch of land which makes for a multifaceted location with varied neighbourhoods. Residents enjoy both quiet living close to nature parks and the Rivière des Prairies, as well as urban living.
Meet the Neighbours
This borough is home to a significant number of families with young children. In fact, 19 percent of its population is between the ages of 0 and 14 years old. Like most neighbourhoods located to the West of Montreal, more than half of residents speak english as opposed to french at home. The area is also very multicultural. Thirty-eight percent of the population is originally from another country.
In the Area
A large amount of green space can be found in the area including over 70 neighbourhood and community parks as well as the Bois-de-Liesse, L’Anse-à-l’Orme and Cap-Saint-Jacques nature parks. These nature parks are home to many winter and summer activities. Several amenities like the Pierrefonds Library and Pierrefonds Cultural Centre which offer daily activities for families and children.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
The area is served fairly well by public transportation, but the best way to get around it and its neighbouring municipalities is by car. It is served by the Sunnybrooke and Roxboro-Pierrefonds commuter trains and a number of express buses located on the main boulevards which bring commuters to the nearest metro. Drivers can access highway 20 and 40 by the main boulevards and highway 13, by Gouin Boulevard.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Like living in many of the boroughs and municipalities located West to the Island, the area provides a quiet escape from the city and tons of green spaces for sports enthusiasts and young families. The only issues arise when it’s actually time to head east; traffic is an on-going issue and a sore-spot for drivers.
Dollars & Sense
Despite the development of some parts of the borough which includes newer real estate like condos and semi-attached housing, residents can also find a wide range of older houses at attractive prices. Restaurants are slightly less expensive in the area compared to those located in the downtown core of Montreal.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park
This park is a favourite to all residents who enjoy winter and summer activities. It attracts citizens from all over Montreal for it’s most popular attraction; the natural sand beach.
more infoBois-de-Liesse Nature Park
This nature park offers a large path to either bike and hike in the summer, or ski and snowshoe in the winter. The parks entrance bordering this borough houses 1 of 2 reception lodges.
more infoLa maison verte
This quaint restaurant is a very inviting eatery in the area for residents to enjoy a date night close to home. It is known for its fine french cuisine and varied dishes.
more infoTwist et Crème
This popular summer hang out has been a favourite to resident ice cream lovers for over a decade. The roadside ice cream stand has great outdoor space to enjoy your cone with friends and family.
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This Italian restaurant is a local favourite for families who want to enjoy a good meal in their neighbourhood. Its menu is packed with classic Italian dishes with the option to bring your own wine.
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