Welcome tax in Varennes
The 2026 welcome tax schedule for Varennes, examples with figures, a calculator and the first-time buyer rebate.
The table in Varennes
In Varennes, 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 Varennes?
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 Varennes. 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)
Sanctuaire Sainte-Marguerite-d'Youville and Basilique Sainte-Anne
Religious heritage
The shrine, on rue Sainte-Anne, includes a museum with large stained-glass windows and the Romanesque-Byzantine-style Sainte-Anne basilica, consecrated in 1888, where Saint Marguerite d'Youville rests. It is a must-see visit to understand the history of Varennes and that of the first Canadian-born saint.
Discover the Sanctuary of Saint Marguerite d'Youville and the Basilica of Sainte-Anne →“When I introduce Varennes, I often start with rue Sainte-Anne: the basilica and the shrine immediately set the tone for old Varennes, a stone's throw from the river.”
Real estate in Varennes
How much is the welcome tax in Varennes for a $600,000 property?
For a purchase price of $600,000, the welcome tax in Varennes 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 Varennes?
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 Varennes apply a higher rate than the provincial schedule?
Yes. In addition to the provincial scale (0.5%, 1% and 1.5%), Varennes 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 Varennes. 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.
How much is your property worth in Varennes?
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