The quaint family neighbourhood known as “Cedar Park” has in recent years become one of the West Island’s most sought-after communities.
Bounded by the Lac St Louis waterfront and highway 20 (south and north) and by the historic Pointe Claire Village (west) and St Jean Boulevard (east), Cedar Park offers its residents an unparalleled quality of life. One of the first “designed” residential neighbourhoods in Canada, Cedar Park's tree-lined streets and crescents wind their way around parks and green spaces. A mix of older character homes and charming cottages, many of the properties have seen recent renovation to meet the needs of modern families. The Pointe Claire Yacht club, Beaconsfield Golf Course, as well as the public rinks, pools and tennis courts offer recreational activities for all ages and abilities.
Originally developed in the early 1700s, agriculture was the center of activity. Transformations gradually came about with the influx of summer vacationers attracted by the area's natural features. At the turn of the century, several hotels, which no longer exist, were built for vacationers, and a large number of private dwellings were rented. Seasonal cottages were also built which eventually became many of today’s permanent residences.
In 1893, a Swede named Otto Lilly bought a 200-year-old homestead at the corner of what is now Cedar Avenue and Lakeshore Road. Otto and his wife wanted to build a permanent community in the area and named it Cedar Park - after the abundance of cedar trees. They built Cedar Avenue, a road lined with apple trees and a wooden sidewalk. Lilly funded and built Cedar Park's first school, which opened in 1895.
An important part of our architectural and historical heritage, a recent inventory taken by the Borough of Pointe Claire counted approximately 150 old buildings of historical interest.
Over the last 25 years, Deakin Realty has established itself as the local expert in Cedar Park. All our brokers live, work and play in the area. If you would like to learn more about living in Cedar Park, it would be our pleasure to assist. Give us a call or stop in at our office in the heart of Pointe-Claire Village.