Jonnymad

Hey fellow grad students, Im headed to McGill starting this fall and I am in the middle of looking for some potential off-campus housing around the campus. I know about the ghetto but it seems that for a small studio apartment 1.5, I can probably get more value for my money if I live a bit farther away from the ghetto. I am considering the Plateau area (near Metro Sherbrooke) but at the same time I would like to be near around other students (social life) as well as groceries, nightlife, etc. If I consider moving a bit farther away from campus. how much is the monthly fare for the metro. Also, are there any recommended areas around Montreal that fellow McGill students can refer me too. Not too far from campus (walking distance or 1 stop metro). Thanks!