Welcome tax in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac
The 2026 welcome tax schedule for Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac, examples with figures, a calculator and the first-time buyer rebate.
The table in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac
In Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac, the municipality applies a higher rate than the provincial schedule on the portion of the price that exceeds $500,000 (bylaw 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 $500,000 | 1,5 % |
| over $500,000 | 3 % |
How much will you pay in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac?
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 $ | 8 611 $ | +1 500 $ |
| 800 000 $ | 14 611 $ | +4 500 $ |
| 1 000 000 $ | 20 611 $ | +7 500 $ |
Calculate for your price
When and who to pay?
The welcome tax is paid only once, to the Cidade de Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac. The bill arrives a few weeks after the deed of sale is registered. Include this amount in your budget, along with 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)
Abbaye bénédictine Sainte-Marie des Deux-Montagnes
Religious heritage
On chemin d'Oka, near the lake, a community of Benedictine nuns celebrates services in Gregorian chant, open to the public. The site, accessible year-round, also offers walking trails and a shop.
Discover the Benedictine Abbey of Sainte-Marie des Deux-Montagnes →“I like to point out that just a few minutes from the new neighbourhoods of Sainte-Marthe, you can hear Gregorian chant at the abbey on chemin d'Oka: it's a contrast you won't find just anywhere.”
Real estate in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac
How much is the welcome tax in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac for a $600,000 property?
For a purchase price of $600,000, the welcome tax in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac is approximately $8,611 according to the 2026 schedule. That is $1,500 more than with the basic provincial schedule. 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 Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac?
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 Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac apply a higher rate than the provincial schedule?
Yes. In addition to the provincial scale (0.5%, 1% and 1.5%), Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac applies 3% on the portion above $500,000.
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?
Only once, to the Ville de Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac. The bill arrives a few weeks after the deed of sale is registered with the notary, and it generally must be paid within 30 days. Include this amount in your budget from the offer to purchase.
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