Frequently Asked Questions about Verdun

SCHL 2023 data (most recent neighbourhood-level available): 1-bedroom (3½) approximately $1,045–$1,150/month; 2-bedroom (4½) approximately $1,295–$1,450/month. Applying the 2025 Montreal island trend (+7.2% for 2-bedrooms), 2026 estimates: studios $1,050–$1,300; 1-bedroom $1,200–$1,500; 2-bedroom $1,400–$1,750; 3-bedroom $1,600–$2,000.

Île-des-Sœurs runs significantly higher: 3½ units range $1,400–$1,800, and larger units in modern towers exceed $2,000/month, reflecting the sector's higher-income residential profile and REM access premium.

What makes Verdun popular in 2025–2026?

Avenue Wellington — Completely revitalized into one of Montreal's best commercial streets: gastro restaurants, microbreweries, independent boutiques. A complete neighbourhood-life destination without needing the metro.

Berges du Fleuve (waterfront) — Verdun directly borders the St. Lawrence for several kilometres. The Berges cycling path is one of Montreal's finest in summer, and a natural skating rink forms in winter. Rare waterfront access for an island neighbourhood at this price point.

Relative pricing — Still 15–20% below Plateau or Rosemont for similar quality units.

Métro access — Green Line (Stations de l'Église, LaSalle, Verdun) → downtown Montreal in under 10 minutes.

What's different about Île-des-Sœurs?

A planned 1960s-70s residential island in the St. Lawrence, connected to Verdun by two bridges and the REM Île-des-Sœurs station (Line A, connecting downtown and the airport). Higher-income residential profile — professionals, families, retirees. Systematically higher rents than continental Verdun. The REM connection (operational since 2023) has reinforced property values.

What sub-sectors should I look in?

Verdun centre / Wellington corridor — Most revitalized, renovated triplex and quadruplex stock. Highest demand.

North Verdun (Desmarchais, Verdun streets) — Historically working-class, larger unrenovated units, slightly lower prices.

Crawford Park / South Verdun — Quiet, near the waterfront, family housing with some green space.

Île-des-Sœurs (tower sector) — Modern units with river views and REM access. Higher budget required.

What are tenant rights in Verdun?

All Quebec protections apply via the TAL. Local support from the Comité d'action des citoyens de Verdun.

How do I list my rental in Verdun?

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