Québec, QC Real Estate - Homes For Sale in Québec, Quebec

Transportation

Driving is a great transportation option in this city. It is very convenient to find a parking spot, and most homes for sale are a reasonably short drive from the closest highway, such as Autoroute 573. However, public transit riders may experience limited options in Québec as a result of the low service level. Nevertheless, the city is linked by over 150 bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. The bicycle is a sometimes poor mode of transportation in Québec since bicycling is rendered difficult by the typically sloping terrain. Nonetheless, the bicycling infrastructure is good, and some pleasant sectors for cycling exist. It is also at times difficult for pedestrians to navigate this city since few common errands can be run on foot.

Services

A grocery store is usually reachable within a rather short walk from any location in this city. Over 300 supermarkets are situated close by, and the best variety can be found on streets such as Rue Saint-Jean. There are also a few choices for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes within walking distance. When it comes to education, primary schools are easy to walk to from most homes for sale in Québec. In contrast, parents may consider it difficult for their schoolchildren to get to high schools on foot. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

The character of Québec is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. This city is quiet, as the streets tend to be reasonably peaceful - however noise can be bothersome around one of the railway lines, the airport (YQB), Autoroute Duplessis or Autoroute Charest. Lastly, a large number of locations in the city have fairly good access to parks, such as Parc des Champs-de-Bataille and Parc de l'Escarpement, since there are over 450 of them nearby for residents to explore and reaching a park from most properties for sale is easy.