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Here's the annual salary you'd need to buy a house in these 24 Quebec cities

Buying a home in Quebec isn't what it used to be. Depending on where you're looking, prices can feel either surprisingly manageable or completely out of reach, and your salary might be the biggest factor.

A recent report from the Association professionnelle des courtiers immobiliers du Québec (APCIQ) breaks down just how much you’d need to earn per year to buy a median-priced single-family home in 24 cities across the province.

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The US election has Americans looking to move to Quebec and their searches have doubled

It appears that American interest in Canadian real estate is on the rise as our southern neighbours gear up for today's 2024 U.S. presidential election, and so many of them are considering moving to Quebec.

A new report from Royal LePage reveals that U.S. residents have shown a marked surge in curiosity about moving to Canada. Visits to the company's website from Americans spiked by more than double back in June, right when the election season kicked off. That surge hasn't let up and is seeing renewed attention as election day arrives.

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6 Quebec cities where house prices are going up the most

Quebec's real estate market is getting pricier and for aspiring homeowners, it might feel like chasing a moving target. Recent figures show some cities in the province are seeing house prices soar, and not the ones you might think.

Based on data from The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers, Calgaryhomes.ca points to the classic economic scenario of high demand meeting low supply. Enticingly low interest rates have also opened the floodgates to a wave of buyers eager to stake their claim, further inflating prices.

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Quebec Has A New Rent Registry To Hold Landlords Accountable & Help You Avoid Price Hikes

In the face of an escalating housing crisis in Quebec, a new interactive tool aims to bring much-needed transparency to rental prices, with hopes of protecting tenants from the province's skyrocketing rates.

The Rent Registry, created by local non-profit Vivre en Ville, offers historical data on rental rates to protect tenants from excessive increases and curb real estate inflation.

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This $245,000 Home For Sale Outside Montreal Is The Stuff Of City-Dweller Daydreams

Montreal's rental market may be rough, but if you broaden your horizons, there are plenty of options to buy your own home for a reasonable price — though you might have to compromise on proximity to downtown.

There's great poutine all over — and off — the island, so you won't miss out on much once you move into this friendly, inviting home for sale right now for $245,000.

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A Real Estate Agent Shared The Best Time To Buy & Sell A Home In 2023

The first thing you need to do when buying and selling real estate — in Montreal or anywhere — is to have patience, says real estate broker Luciano D'Iorio. This is especially true for "potential first-time homebuyers," he told MTL Blog over the phone.

(Okay, so maybe most Montrealers aren't looking to invest in real estate right now, considering the state of the economy. For now, let's just pretend you can afford this conversation.)

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These 3 Myths About Montreal's Housing Crisis Could Be Making It Worse — Have You Fallen For Them?

Montreal's housing situation is so bad that the city has been firmly knocked from its once-respectable spot on global real estate affordability lists. But the Institut de recherche et d’informations socioéconomiques (IRIS) asserts there are three myths — around how we compare to other cities, current housing supply, and governments' role in the situation — that overshadow the full extent of the local housing crisis.

A new IRIS study not only counters misconceptions about how Montreal sizes up against other cities, whether more houses should be built, and if the government should be considered a housing "saviour," it also underscores how those beliefs could be harming the future of the housing market.

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This 3-Bedroom Single-Family Montreal Home For Sale Is Less Than $400,000

Looking for a home to buy? Considering home prices in Montreal have jumped, it's certainly no easy feat to find a Montreal home for sale for under $400,000.

Thankfully there are a few gems across the 514 that offer up affordable single-family homes and there's one for sale right now through duProprio in Montreal-North.

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This Spacious 2-Storey Montreal Home For Sale Is Less Than $400,000

Prices for Montreal homes for sale have jumped in recent years, making it tough to find something remotely affordable in the city. Luckily there are still some homes in the 514 that are under $400,000, including this spacious family home located in Rivière-des-Prairies.

Coming by a family home for a decent price in Montreal is no easy feat, but there are a few hidden gems if you look hard enough.

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This Massive Quebec Home For Sale Is Like A Modern Hogwarts Near Montreal

With luxury home sales on the rise, it's no shock that this Quebec home for sale is currently on the market. Located only 45 minutes outside of Montreal, this stunning Rosemère condominium is the perfect combination of both modern and rustic that give off the ultimate Hogwarts castle vibes.

The two-bedroom and two-and-a-half-bath property spans nearly, 2,300 square feet and will cost you a mere $1,145,000 — but can you really put a price tag on a home as mystical as this one? Especially considering it's located in the reputable Le Manoir Bleury-Bouthillier.

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A Chic Industrial Montreal Condo For Sale Is Hiding Inside This 100-Year-Old Building

With Montreal luxury home sales on the rise, it comes as no surprise that more and more people are trying to get their hands on some prime real estate. Well, this lavish Montreal condo is now up for grabs, and it's quite an impressive property.

Located at the crossroads of Quartier des Spectacles and Old Montreal, this loft-style home is veiled in a building that is over 100 years old. However, the interior is as modern as it gets.

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This Massive Quebec Farm For Sale Comes With A Decked-Out Watchtower With Incredible Views

An atypical architectural jewel — complete with a watchtower and one million square feet of land — could be yours for $1.49 million.

Located in the Charlevoix region, 10 minutes outside the charming town of Baie-Saint-Paul, the large piece of property comes with houses, farm buildings and everything else you’ll need to start a thriving business or your own homestead, far away from the city and other humans.

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