A lot of factors come into play when you are searching for a great place to live in. While some of the factors are intangible, there are some characteristics that can be studied from existing data. A good city; as any realtor will tell you is not only prosperous and livable but safe too. Most importantly it should have a good weather pattern. Here, we take a look at the five luxurious places to live in, in Canada.
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Vancouver
Vancouver is inarguably the most expensive city to live in, in Canada. But, if you have ever been to Vancouver, you will understand why this is so. Vancouver is well worth the cost as it has the smallest carbon footprint when compared to other North American cities.
The climate is mild, and the mountains and the beaches are in close proximity to the city. It cannot be denied that Vancouver is the destination of choice.
Oakville
The famous Glen Abbey Golf Club, the posh Appleby College and lakefront mega-mansions are the famous landmarks in Oakville. In 2016, one of the lakefront mansions was listed for $65 million. The value of the average primary home is around $1.2 million, as estimated by Guelph realtor Jeremiah Tamburrini.
It is the 13th most expensive place in Canada. While the luxurious city seems like a place for rich people, it is not entirely true as it is also a generous community that attracts people of diverse backgrounds.
Victoria
Victoria, BC is luxury personified. Slated as the third most expensive place to live in, Victoria has one of the most ideal climates in the country. While people in other parts of the country have to shovel snow, residents in Victoria enjoy the mild winters and the budding flowers. The capital of British Columbia, Victoria is home to UVIC, one of the most prestigious schools in the country.
Montreal
Known for its festive spirit, a house in the city of Montreal can set you back by around $320,000. Rated as the most livable city in the world, Montreal was named ‘Canada’s Cultural Capital,’ by Monocle Magazine.
The travel guide ‘The Lonely Planet,’ includes the city in its 10 happiest places in the world list. The luxurious city is not only clean and welcoming but also multicultural. A happy place to live in.
Ottawa
A new home buyer in this vibrant city will have to shell out an average of $343,382 for a new home. However, the advantage is that you will have access to the best museums, events and galleries in the country.
Placed fourth in the cleanest cities in the world list by Forbes.com, Ottawa is a place where you are sure to see one million tulips bloom in the month of May. It is the largest tulip festival in the world.
Winters are an exciting time in this beautiful city as the world’s largest skating rink is situated here. Canada Day celebrations are something you can look forward to on Parliament Hill every year.
If you are looking for a luxurious place to live in, these cities fit the bill. You can either go around the city of your choice before you make your decision or contact a realtor who will be more than happy to guide you.
