Real estate brokers who know Mercier
Annie and Jasmin each have more than 10 years of real estate experience. We know the streets where plexes rent well in Mercier, and the building sales in the area.
Buying a plex in Mercier
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 glanceMercier
Population (2021)14,626
Montreal≈ 35 minutes from downtown by car
TransportationRoute 138 · Access to Highway 30 at the Châteauguay boundary · exo buses
MRCMRC de Roussillon
Investing in Mercier
Rental potential in Mercier
Rental demand benefits from the proximity of Châteauguay, Highway 30 and the Honoré-Mercier Bridge, which make the city accessible for daily commuters. The rental stock consists mainly of plexes and small buildings. Boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste (Route 138) concentrates the commercial activity, making it the artery to watch for commercial buildings.
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 Mercier 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 Mercier
- 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 Mercier, the welcome tax is approximately $14,611. Calculate it for your price →
Centris® statistics
The real estate market in Mercier
From January to September 2026, compared with the same period in 2025.
Single-family
- Median price
- $588,250 +1.8% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 106 vs. 126 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 35 days vs. 42 days in 2025
Condo
- Median price
- $395,000 +12.9% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 17 vs. 19 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 32 days vs. 21 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 Mercier
Champ Libre Brasserie & Distillerie
Microbrewery and distillery
Opened in 2018 on boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste by people from Mercier and Léry, Champ Libre brews its beers and distills its spirits using mostly Quebec-sourced ingredients. Its tasting room has become a gathering place for the region.
Discover Champ Libre Brasserie & Distillerie →“I like seeing a business like Champ Libre, founded by local people, start up here: it shows that Mercier has a life of its own, not just that of a bedroom community.”
Free guide
Buying a property in Mercier, step by step
Our free guide (in French) explains how to find the best opportunities in Mercier 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 Mercier
Where to invest in commercial real estate in Mercier?
Commercial activity is concentrated along Boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste (Route 138). Visibility, parking and permitted zoning are the first things to check.
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 Mercier?
For an $800,000 plex, approximately $14,611 according to the City of Mercier’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 can you increase the value of a revenue property?
Reduce vacancy, maintain the units and common areas, improve energy efficiency and keep a clear record of income and expenses. Rent increases must comply with the rules of the Tribunal administratif du logement.
How much is your property worth in Mercier?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
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