Duplex, triplex or multi-family building: we go over the leases and the numbers with you before you make an offer to purchase.
Jasmin lived in the Village for 3 years and worked there for 10 years.
Jasmin lived in the Village for 3 years and worked there for 10 years. RE/MAX du Cartier, our agency, has an office very close by, on the Plateau. We analyze rents in the area and sales of buildings in Ville-Marie before you make an offer.
Current leases, vacant units, actual expenses: we recalculate the income before talking about price.
Gross income multiplier, price per door and sales of comparable buildings: is the asking price justified?
Trained in finance and marketing at HEC Montréal, Jasmin helps you assess a building as a business project.
The concentration of universities, hospitals and offices supports varied rental demand: students, professionals passing through, downtown workers. The rental stock ranges from tower condos to the older plexes of the Centre-Sud, as well as commercial buildings. Before any short-term rental project, check the municipal and provincial regulations that apply. Each building requires a case-by-case analysis of income and expenses.
The asking price compared with the building's income and with plexes sold in the area.
Actual rents minus taxes, insurance, energy, maintenance and vacancy: what you really keep.
Plexes recently sold in Ville-Marie and the surrounding area, and the price per door, adjusted for the condition of the building.
The relationship between the price and the municipal assessment, to help frame an offer.
For an $800,000 plex in Ville-Marie, the welcome tax is approximately $11,349. Calculate it for your price →
From January to September 2026, compared with the same period in 2025.
Source: Centris® — statistics by municipality and property type, revised on October 1, 2026. Average plex price: duplex to quintuplex.
Museum
Built on the site where Montreal was founded, in Vieux-Montréal, the museum presents archaeological remains and exhibitions on the city’s history. It is the best gateway to understanding how downtown was built, layer by layer.
Discover Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Archaeology and History Complex →“Visiting Pointe-à-Callière is to literally see what lies beneath the feet of Vieux-Montréal property owners; it helps you understand why the heritage buildings in the area are so heavily regulated.”
Our free guide (in French) explains how to find the best opportunities in Ville-Marie and buy with complete confidence.
“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!”
Demand comes in particular from students at the three universities, hospital staff such as at the CHUM, and downtown workers. The type of tenant varies greatly depending on the sector and the type of dwelling.
Over January to September 2026, 52 plexes (from duplexes to quintuplexes) were sold in Ville-Marie, at an average price of $1,006,073 (source: Centris®). The right price for a building depends above all on its income: always compare the multiplier and the condition of the building.
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.
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.
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.
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
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