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montreal rent

Rent is dropping across Canada but Montreal apartments just got more expensive

Across most of Canada, renters are finally catching a break, but Montreal tenants aren't feeling any relief.

According to Zumper's August 2025 Canadian Rent Report, the national median price for a one-bedroom apartment fell 0.7% last month to $1,821, while two-bedrooms dropped 0.4% to $2,242. On an annual scale, both are down just over 4%, marking the tenth straight month of year-over-year declines.

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How much does it really cost to live in Montreal in 2025? We did the math

Thinking about what it costs to live in Montreal? Whether you're budgeting your next move, rethinking your spending, or just trying to make peace with your grocery bill, it helps to have a clear picture of the essentials (and a few extras).

Using up-to-date data (as of July 2025), we've crunched the numbers to estimate what a single person needs to live reasonably in the city. This breakdown assumes you're living alone, and not in a luxury condo or a shoebox apartment with four roommates. It includes rent, transportation, food, and some breathing room for going out, staying caffeinated, and occasionally pretending you can afford to party.

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10 everyday things Canadians say they've stopped buying because of ridiculous prices

Between inflation, rising interest rates, and new tariffs on imported goods, the cost of living in Canada doesn't seem to be cooling down anytime soon. From grocery aisles to gas pumps, Canadians are feeling the pressure on all fronts, and many are making tough choices about what to cut from their budgets.

With that in mind, we recently asked MTL Blog readers on Facebook: "What's gotten so expensive in Canada that you no longer purchase it?"

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Canada's average rent prices are dropping but not in Montreal

Montreal tenants may be feeling the pinch a little more than most, even as rent prices cool across the country.

According to Zumper's latest Canadian Rent Report, released on April 14, median rent prices fell across Canada for the sixth month in a row. One-bedroom units dropped by 0.8% to $1,835, and two-bedroom pads slipped 0.9% to $2,265. Year-over-year, those prices are down by nearly 3%.

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Montreal rent prices keep climbing and some neighbourhoods are seeing major spikes

Tenants looking to rent a new place in Montreal are facing another price increase this March. The average cost of a one-bedroom unfurnished apartment now stands at $1,769 per month, up 1.3% from last month and $151 higher than this time last year.

These figures come from Liv.rent's latest market report, which compiles rental data from its own listings as well as manually collected data from other popular rental sites. Liv.rent's March report analyzed a range of property types, excluding luxury rentals over $5,000 and shared accommodations.

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Here's how much you'll pay for rent in these 10 popular Montreal neighbourhoods in 2025

Looking to rent an apartment in Montreal? You better pick your neighbourhood wisely.

Liv.rent's monthly Montreal Rent Report for February 2025 for February 2025 just dropped, unveiling a striking spread of rental prices across 10 of the city’s hippest neighborhoods.

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7 Montreal apartments for rent under $1,000 that are surprisingly decent

As Montreal rent costs continue to climb, finding a reasonably priced apartment in the city has become a serious challenge.

With a small uptick from last year, Zumper's latest Canadian Rent Report calculates that the average one-bedroom apartment in Montreal now sets tenants back a little over $1,700 per month. Meanwhile, two-bedroom units have a median price of $2,200, making Montreal the seventh-most expensive Canadian city to find an apartment in.

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Renting an apartment in Montreal just got a bit cheaper — But don't get too excited

With February in full swing, Montreal tenants might notice a slight dip — not just in temperatures outside, but in the city's rent prices too.

According to Zumper's latest Canadian Rent Report, Montreal has fallen slightly on the list of most expensive cities to rent in Canada. We're now sandwiched between London, ON and Calgary, AB for one-bedroom prices.

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Here's how much income you need to buy a Montreal home — Try not to cry

With real estate prices perpetually rising, you probably don't need us to tell you that buying a home in Montreal in 2025 isn't cheap.

But according to WealthVieu’s latest income-to-afford-a-home report, most buyers now need a six-figure salary to afford one — especially single-family homes.

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Facing a rent increase? Montreal launches new campaign to help tenants know their rights

As Montreal continues to face a housing crisis, the city is rolling out a new information campaign to help renters understand their rights and options regarding increases, lease terminations, and affordable housing challenges.

With the price of the average two-bedroom unit recently jumping to $2,250 a month, the goal of this campaign is to equip renters with the knowledge and resources they need to navigate the housing market and reduce the number of households in crisis.

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Montreal rent is up from last year — but it's still way cheaper than Toronto

As we ring in the new year, renters across Montreal may notice a slight bump in their cost of living.

While the price of rent across the country has gone down over the past month, Zumper's January 2025 Canadian Rent Report reveals that Montreal is close to becoming one of Canada's 10 most expensive cities to rent an apartment in.

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Believe it or not, Quebec ranks among Canada's cheapest provinces to live in 2025

It might be hard to believe, but Quebec is one of the most affordable provinces in Canada to live in 2025. Despite soaring inflation and its reputation for high taxes, la belle province still manages to offer a balance of low living costs and a high quality of life that's tough to beat.

According to MovingWaldo's new ranking of the top 7 cheapest provinces to live in Canada with the best quality of life, Quebec shines as one of the best places to stretch your dollar while enjoying vibrant cities, diverse housing options and top-notch public services.

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