The Montreal market, in numbers
Annie and Jasmin each have more than 10 years of real estate experience. We help you compare the sectors of Waterville according to your lifestyle: commutes, services and future plans.
Buying a property in Waterville
We help you find the right area, spot the points to verify and pay the right price.
Annie Payant & Jasmin MorinReal estate brokers · RE/MAX du Cartier
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Tell us what you're looking for: we'll send you new listings that match your criteria as soon as they hit the market.
The right price, not a dollar more
Before every offer, we analyze comparable sales in the area so that you negotiate with facts and don't overpay.
Checks without surprises
Inspection, certificate of location, zoning, welcome tax: we guide you through the points to check before committing.
At a glanceWaterville
Population (2021)2,307
Montreal≈ 1 h 45 to 2 h by car via Highway 10 and Sherbrooke
TransportationRoutes 108, 143 and 147 · Close to Sherbrooke
MRCMRC de Coaticook
Settling in Waterville
Is Waterville right for you?
Waterville suits families, first-time buyers and workers in the Sherbrooke region. Near the Rivière Coaticook, check the flood zone. For an older home, plan for a thorough inspection of the structure, electrical system and plumbing. On the rural outskirts, find out about the well and the septic system.
What you'll find here
- Single-family homes
- Older village homes
- Duplexes and triplexes
- Rural properties on the outskirts
Centris® statistics
The real estate market in Waterville
From January to September 2026, compared with the same period in 2025.
Single-family
- Median price
- $420,000 +8.0% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 11 vs. 15 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 27 days vs. 40 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 Waterville
L'Aquaticook
Outdoors
This canoe route along the Rivière Coaticook links Dixville, Coaticook, Compton and Waterville, which has one of the launch points. It's an original way to discover the region's farmland landscapes from the river.
Discover L'Aquaticook →“The Rivière Coaticook gave birth to Waterville; paddling it by canoe is seeing the city from the angle that best explains its history.”
Free guide
Buying a property in Waterville, step by step
Our free guide (in French) explains how to find the best opportunities in Waterville 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 Waterville
What should you check before buying an older home in Waterville?
Have the structure, the foundation and the electrical and plumbing systems inspected. Near the Rivière Coaticook, also consult the flood zone mapping.
What budget should you plan for to buy a house in Waterville?
In January to September 2026, the median price of a single-family home in Waterville was $420,000. Add the welcome tax, notary fees, the inspection and moving costs, and get pre-approved before you start your search.
How can you reduce the welcome tax when buying in Waterville?
For a $500,000 home, the welcome tax is approximately $5,611 according to the City of Waterville’s 2026 scale. If you are buying your first home, the Quebec tax credit refunds part of the duties paid, up to $5,875.
Why have a home inspected before buying?
The pre-purchase inspection reveals the condition of the roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical system and any signs of moisture. It lets you negotiate or walk away depending on the conditions of your offer to purchase. Be present at the inspection: it is the best way to understand the home you are buying.
How do you make a winning offer to purchase in Waterville?
Come pre-approved, visit new listings quickly and back up your offer with comparable sales in the area. For January to September 2026, homes in Waterville sold in an average of 27 days: when you love a property, it pays to be ready to make an offer.
How much is your property worth in Waterville?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
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