Here's The Difference In Average Rent Prices In Montreal vs. Toronto This May

Montreal definitely still beats Toronto in the cheaper rent category...
Here's The Difference In Average Rent Prices In Montreal vs. Toronto This May
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The battle between Montreal and Toronto is neverending, but one realm we know we win in is that of cheaper real estate. But with rental prices increasing in the 514, we decided to take a look at the average rent in Montreal vs. Toronto.

To compare, we took a look at liv.rent's May 2021 Montreal Rent Report and May 2021 Toronto Rent Report.

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The average rent in Montreal for an unfurnished one-bedroom apartment is $1,192/month this May, while a furnished one-bedroom averages $1,426/month.

Meanwhile, this May in Toronto, the average rental price for an unfurnished one-bedroom is $1,704/month and a furnished one is $1,765/month.

So, if we're talking comparisons, that makes a $512/month difference for a furnished one-bedroom apartment in Toronto instead of Montreal and a $339/month difference for an unfurnished one. 

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    Alanna Moore is a Contributing Writer for MTL Blog. She completed a Bachelor of Arts in religious studies & cultural studies from McGill University in 2019. With over three years experience in editing and writing, she has developed a real passion for words and the people who speak them. You can contact her at alanna@mtlblog.com.

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