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Higher-End

Mile End

Montreal, Canada · Neighborhood Guide

Hipster neighbourhood straddling the Plateau and Outremont. Bagel shops, indie record stores, tech startups, and Hasidic heritage.

Data verified June 14, 2026

Mile End at a Glance

Higher-End

Cost Level

CAD $1,600–$2,200/month for 1-BR

Rent Range

Very safe — peaceful coexistence of Hasidic and hipster communities; busy streets with good foot traffic

Safety

200–500 Mbps (Bell Fibe and Videotron available; tech startup presence ensures good connectivity)

Internet

Who Lives in Mile End?

Tech startup workers, Ubisoft employees, Hasidic Jewish community, musicians (Arcade Fire lived here), and foodie professionals

Tech workersArtistsFoodiesThose wanting cultural diversity

Living in Mile End — Practical Details

Walkability

Excellent — compact neighbourhood; Boulevard Saint-Laurent and Avenue du Parc are the main strips; mostly flat

Grocery & Food Access

Marché Jean-Talon (10 min walk); Fairmount and St-Viateur bagel shops; independent épiceries and cheese shops on Saint-Laurent

Getting Around

  • STM Metro Blue Line (Rosemont, 10 min walk)
  • Bus 55 (Saint-Laurent)
  • BIXI bike stations everywhere

Nearby Coworking

  • Notman House (5 min walk)
  • LE CAMP
  • WeWork Place Ville Marie (15 min metro)

Insider Tips for Mile End

  • 1The Fairmount vs. St-Viateur bagel debate is Montreal's greatest rivalry — try both and pick a side
  • 2Ubisoft's massive Mile End studio means the neighbourhood is full of game developers and animators
  • 3Parc Avenue has excellent Ethiopian, Greek, and Lebanese restaurants at very fair prices
  • 4Mile End is Montreal's music neighbourhood — watch for posters at Casa del Popolo and La Sala Rossa for emerging acts

FAQ — Mile End, Montreal

What is Mile End like for expats?

Mile End is a higher-end neighborhood in Montreal. Hipster neighbourhood straddling the Plateau and Outremont. Bagel shops, indie record stores, tech startups, and Hasidic heritage. Best for: Tech workers, artists, and foodies who want the most culturally vibrant address in Montreal.

How much does it cost to live in Mile End, Montreal?

Mile End is classified as "Higher-End" in Montreal. Typical rent: CAD $1,600–$2,200/month for 1-BR. Total monthly budget in Montreal: CAD 2,700–3,800.

Is Mile End safe for expats?

Very safe — peaceful coexistence of Hasidic and hipster communities; busy streets with good foot traffic

Who lives in Mile End?

Tech startup workers, Ubisoft employees, Hasidic Jewish community, musicians (Arcade Fire lived here), and foodie professionals

Other Neighborhoods in Montreal

Plateau-Mont-Royal

Mid-Range

Montreal's bohemian heart — colourful duplexes, outdoor spiral staircases, the best brunch spots in Canada, and an arts community.

Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie

Mid-Range

Family-friendly, multicultural, and unpretentious. Great access to Marché Jean-Talon and the best everyday living.

Verdun

Budget-Friendly

Quiet riverside neighbourhood rapidly gentrifying. Great riverside bike path, craft breweries, and honest pricing.

Old Montreal (Vieux-Montréal)

Luxury

Historic cobblestoned district with 17th-century architecture, the Old Port, and Montreal's most celebrated restaurants.

NDG (Notre-Dame-de-Grâce)

Mid-Range

Anglophone-majority, family suburb west of downtown. Quiet streets, good schools, and a relaxed community vibe.

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