The Montreal market, in numbers
RE/MAX du Cartier, our agency, has an office very close by, in Villeray. We analyze rents in the area and building sales in Ahuntsic-Cartierville before you make an offer.
Buying a plex in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Duplex, triplex or multi-family building: we go over the leases and the numbers with you before you make an offer to purchase.
Annie Payant & Jasmin MorinReal estate brokers · RE/MAX du Cartier
5.0 · 113 Google reviewsThe real income
Current leases, vacant units, actual expenses: we recalculate the income before talking about price.
The multiplier and comparables
Gross income multiplier, price per door and sales of comparable buildings: is the asking price justified?
A business perspective
Trained in finance and marketing at HEC Montréal, Jasmin helps you assess a building as a business project.
At a glanceAhuntsic-Cartierville
Population (2021)135,336
Montreal≈ 25 minutes from downtown by metro
TransportationHenri-Bourassa, Sauvé and Crémazie stations · exo train stations, including Ahuntsic and Bois-de-Boulogne · Highways 15 and 40
MRCAgglomération de Montréal
Investing in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Rental potential in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Two cégeps, the Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur and access to the metro support rental demand. The housing stock is made up of plexes, small multi-family buildings and businesses on arteries such as Promenade Fleury. The rules of the Tribunal administratif du logement must be factored into the analysis. A case-by-case study of income and expenses remains essential.
How we analyze a plex
Gross income multiplier
The asking price compared with the building's income and with plexes sold in the area.
Net income
Actual rents minus taxes, insurance, energy, maintenance and vacancy: what you really keep.
Comparable sales
Plexes recently sold in Ahuntsic-Cartierville and the surrounding area, and the price per door, adjusted for the condition of the building.
Municipal assessment
The relationship between the price and the municipal assessment, to help frame an offer.
Before buying a plex in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
- The current leases and the renewal notices for each unit.
- Vacant units and market rents in the area.
- The condition of the building: roof, windows, plumbing, electrical and foundation.
- The number of dwellings allowed by the zoning.
- Municipal and school taxes, insurance and energy.
- Financing: the down payment varies depending on the number of units and whether you live in the building.
For an $800,000 plex in Ahuntsic-Cartierville, the welcome tax is approximately $11,349. Calculate it for your price →
Centris® statistics
The real estate market in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
From January to September 2026, compared with the same period in 2025.
Single-family
- Median price
- $925,000 +7.6% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 163 vs. 168 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 53 days vs. 47 days in 2025
Condo
- Median price
- $422,000 −0.7% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 297 vs. 344 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 52 days vs. 50 days in 2025
Plex (2 to 5 units)
- Average price
- $991,604 +1.6% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 216 vs. 179 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 38 days vs. 64 days in 2025
Source: Centris® — statistics by municipality and property type, revised on October 1, 2026. Average plex price: duplex to quintuplex.
Our favourite spot in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Parc-nature de l'Île-de-la-Visitation
Nature park
The most urban of Montreal's nature parks runs along the Rivière des Prairies and includes the island of the same name, with remnants of old mills and the Maison du Pressoir. Trails, bike paths and lookouts over the river make it an accessible outing in any season.
Discover the Parc-nature de l'Île-de-la-Visitation →“What surprises buyers discovering Ahuntsic is the presence of the river; a stroll through l'Île-de-la-Visitation shows why the streets near boulevard Gouin are so sought after.”
Free guide
Buying a property in Ahuntsic-Cartierville, step by step
Our free guide (in French) explains how to find the best opportunities in Ahuntsic-Cartierville and buy with complete confidence.
Part 1
Before: how to prepare well
Part 2
During: interested in a property?
Part 3
Afterwards: the steps that follow the offer to purchase
“We had exceptional service from start to finish with Annie for the purchase of our first home. She was always available and answered all our questions quickly and with great clarity. Her support was impeccable: she guided us through every step with professionalism and made the process simple and reassuring.”
“I worked with Jasmin to sell one of my condos, and I have to say he is exemplary in his professionalism. His service is truly turnkey, which made the process much easier. He knew how to offer me valuable help at every step. I recommend him without hesitation!”
Frequently asked questions
Real estate in Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Who rents in Ahuntsic-Cartierville?
Demand comes mainly from students at Cégep Ahuntsic and Cégep Bois-de-Boulogne, staff at the Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur and daily metro commuters. The profile varies by sector.
What is the average price of a plex in Ahuntsic-Cartierville?
From January to September 2026, 216 plexes (from duplexes to quintuplexes) were sold in Ahuntsic-Cartierville, at an average price of $991,604 (source: Centris®). The right price for a building depends above all on its income: always compare the multiplier and the condition of the building.
How do you calculate the return on a revenue property?
Start with the gross income multiplier (price ÷ annual income), then calculate net income: rents minus taxes, insurance, energy, maintenance and vacancy. Then compare with similar buildings sold in the area. A good purchase is judged by actual income, not expected income.
What should you check in the leases before buying a building?
Ask for a copy of every current lease and renewal notice: rent, term, services included, special agreements. Compare the rents with the market in the area and check for vacant units. Leases stay with the building: the buyer takes them on as they are.
How much is the welcome tax on a plex in Ahuntsic-Cartierville?
For an $800,000 plex, roughly $11,349 based on the City of Montreal's 2026 schedule. Plan for this amount on top of your down payment, which varies depending on the number of units and whether you live in the building.
How much is your property worth in Ahuntsic-Cartierville?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
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