Welcome tax in el Sud-Ouest
The 2026 welcome tax schedule for el Sud-Ouest, examples with figures, a calculator and the first-time buyer rebate.
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The table in el Sud-Ouest
In el Sud-Ouest, the Ville de Montréal applies a higher rate than the provincial scale on the portion of the price that exceeds $552,300 (by-law in effect in 2026).
Up to $5,875 refunded
For a first home purchased starting in 2026, Quebec refunds 100% of the first $5,000 of duties paid, plus 25% of the next $3,500, up to $5,875. The credit decreases for a property worth more than $750,000 and disappears at $1 million. It is claimed on your income tax return.
| Part of the price | Rate |
|---|---|
| up to $62,900 | 0,5 % |
| from $62,900 to $315,000 | 1 % |
| from $315,000 to $552,300 | 1,5 % |
| from $552,300 to $1,104,700 | 2 % |
| from $1,104,700 to $2,136,500 | 2,5 % |
| from $2,136,500 to $3,113,000 | 3,5 % |
| over $3,113,000 | 4 % |
How much will you pay in el Sud-Ouest?
Transfer duties calculated on the purchase price, according to the 2026 table:
| Purchase price | Welcome tax | More than with the base chart |
|---|---|---|
| 300 000 $ | 2 686 $ | — |
| 450 000 $ | 4 861 $ | — |
| 600 000 $ | 7 349 $ | +238 $ |
| 800 000 $ | 11 349 $ | +1 238 $ |
| 1 000 000 $ | 15 349 $ | +2 238 $ |
Calculate for your price
When and who to pay?
The welcome tax is paid only once, to the Ville de Montréal. The bill arrives a few weeks after the deed of sale is registered. Include this amount in your budget, in addition to the down payment and the notary's fees. If the municipal assessment (multiplied by the comparative factor) is higher than the price paid, that amount is used for the calculation.
Sources: municipal by-law or page · provincial schedule (Québec.ca) · first-time buyer credit (Revenu Québec)
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Real estate in el Sud-Ouest
How much is the welcome tax in el Sud-Ouest for a $600,000 property?
For a purchase price of $600,000, the welcome tax in el Sud-Ouest is approximately $7,349 based on the 2026 scale. That is $238 more than with the basic provincial scale. The exact amount also depends on the municipal assessment, if it is higher than the price paid.
Am I entitled to a welcome tax refund in el Sud-Ouest?
Yes, if you are buying your first home in Quebec. For a first home purchased starting in 2026, Quebec refunds 100% of the first $5,000 in duties paid, plus 25% of the next $3,500, up to $5,875. The credit decreases for a property worth more than $750,000 and disappears at $1M. It is claimed on your income tax return.
Does Le Sud-Ouest apply a higher rate than the provincial scale?
Yes. In addition to the provincial scale (0.5%, 1% and 1.5%), the Ville de Montréal applies 2% on the portion from $552,300 to $1,104,700, 2.5% on the portion from $1,104,700 to $2,136,500, 3.5% on the portion from $2,136,500 to $3,113,000 and 4% on the portion above $3,113,000.
What amount is the welcome tax calculated on?
On the higher of two amounts: the price paid, or the municipal assessment multiplied by the year's comparative factor. In a market where prices are rising, it is almost always the price paid.
When is the welcome tax due?
Once, to the Ville de Montréal. The bill arrives a few weeks after the deed of sale is registered with the notary, and generally must be paid within 30 days. Include this amount in your budget from the offer to purchase.
How much is your property worth in el Sud-Ouest?
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