Montreal's plex kingdom: 38% of the market in duplex, triplex and beyond. Complete portrait of Villeray, Parc-Extension and Saint-Michel (3,289 transactions 2021-2026).
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Villeray is the immediate neighbor of Plateau, my home territory, and Mile-End, a bit of a second home for me. The three neighborhoods form an architectural and cultural continuum where I move daily. What makes Villeray special: a built fabric dominated by Victorian and Art Deco plexes, a multi-layered cultural identity (Petit Maghreb, Italian and Portuguese communities), and rare accessibility (three metro stations including the orange-blue transfer at Jean-Talon).
Of our 3,289 transactions 2021-2026 compiled, 38% are plexes (1,232 units: duplex, triplex, quadruplex, quintuplex). It's the highest plex ratio of all the territories I cover - more than Verdun (29%), Rosemont (25%) and Mile-End (14%). Condos represent 52% of the market and single-family 10%. This dominance comes from the built fabric: rows of plexes built between 1900 and 1950 on Hutchison, Casgrain, De Gaspé, Saint-Denis, De Lanaudière, preserved in their architectural coherence.
For a plex buyer in Villeray, several points of attention deserve on-the-ground reading: (1) existing leases and TAL jurisprudence - a bad lease can reduce profitability by 20%; (2) structural condition of century-old buildings (foundations, beams, French drain, boiler); (3) partial occupancy potential (mortgage deduction); (4) borough rules on renovations and conversions. A detailed buyer brief before offer avoids costly surprises. For a plex seller, documentary preparation (leases, notices, real profitability) often makes the difference between a 30-day sale and a 90-day sale.
The borough groups Villeray, Parc-Extension and Saint-Michel - three neighborhoods with very different price dynamics. Villeray (Jarry Park, Villeray Street): most sought-after, Victorian and Art Deco plex fabric, historic Portuguese and Italian communities, marked premium. Parc-Extension (Parc station): one of Canada's most densely populated neighborhoods, unique cosmopolitan vibe (Greek, Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi), more affordable prices, potential supported by MIL campus. Saint-Michel (TOHU, Pie-IX Blvd): the largest of the three, Haitian, Latino and North African communities, most accessible prices, very active plex market. A precise comparative analysis of the target neighborhood avoids unpleasant surprises.
Whether you're looking to buy, sell, invest or simply understand the Villeray market, my approach is the same: I give you all the information you need before you have to ask. Sector-targeted custom alerts, detailed buyer briefs (leases, governance, taxes, history), quantified comparative analyses with 3 price ranges, transaction history since 2021, in French or English.
The link between Villeray, Plateau, Mile-End and Rosemont that I all cover is useful - many projects can unfold in two neighboring quarters depending on what becomes available. For a plex investor, this opens 4 markets under one on-the-ground reading.
Christina Quadros, residential and commercial real estate broker · RE/MAX Alliance
3299 Beaubien Street East, Montreal · 514 885-3857 · christina.quadros@remax-quebec.com
Who lives here, how we get around, what everyday life looks like : the neighborhood in figures and stories.
Interactive map of Villeray, between Verdun, the REM station and the bridges.
The Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension borough groups three distinct neighborhoods that share a culture of hospitality and diversity. Villeray (West, around Villeray Street and Jarry Park): Victorian and Art Deco plex fabric, independent commercial arteries, historic Portuguese and Italian communities. Parc-Extension (southwest of the borough, around Parc station): one of Canada's most densely populated and diverse neighborhoods - Greek, Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Arab communities. Saint-Michel (East): the largest of the three, later urbanization, Haitian, Latin American, North African communities, home to TOHU and the City of Circus Arts.
The borough is well-served by metro: five stations across the blue and orange lines. Jean-Talon offers the orange-blue transfer, Parc connects to Parc train station (Deux-Montagnes exo line). Overall Walk Score 91, Bike Score 84. Downtown is 15-20 minutes by metro. Dense bus network on Jean-Talon, Saint-Michel, Papineau.
The borough is one of Montreal's richest in ethnic and gastronomic commerce. The Jean-Talon Market - one of North America's largest public markets - lies at the Villeray-Petite-Patrie border. East Jean-Talon Street (Petit Maghreb) offers a record concentration of North African restaurants and grocers. Little Greece in Parc-Extension (Park Avenue) and the neighboring Little Italy complete the culinary landscape.
The borough offers a dense school network, French and English, from primary to college. CSSDM and EMSB operate a wide network. Proximity to Collège de Rosemont, Collège de Bois-de-Boulogne and Collège Ahuntsic provides post-secondary access.
The borough is rich in major cultural and sports facilities. Jarry Park (36 hectares) and its IGA Stadium host the National Bank Open (Rogers Cup / US Open tennis). TOHU in Saint-Michel forms one of the world's largest circus arts hubs (National Circus School, Cirque du Soleil). The Saint-Michel Environmental Complex, a former quarry rehabilitated, is a North American model of urban reconversion (400 hectares under development).
Sources : Statistique Canada · Recensement 2021 · Ville de Montréal (profil arrondissement Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension) · STM · walkscore.com · updated 2026-09-29
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Book 20 minutes →Villeray combines rare assets: three metro stations (including Jean-Talon with orange-blue transfer), proximity to Jean-Talon Market, Jarry Park (36 ha) with IGA Stadium, marked cultural diversity (Petit Maghreb, Italian and Portuguese communities), well-preserved historic plex fabric. Walk Score 94, Bike Score 89. Our analysis of 3,289 transactions 2021-2026 shows a median of $632,500, with wide dispersion: from $170,000 for a small studio to $2.2M for a renovated triplex on the most sought-after streets.
Yes, more than anywhere else on the north of the island. Of our 3,289 transactions 2021-2026, 38% are plexes (1,232 units: 591 duplex, 387 triplex, 176 quadruplex, 78 quintuplex) - a record ratio, higher than Verdun (29%), Rosemont (25%) and Mile-End (14%). Condos represent 52% (1,724 units) and single-family 10%. This plex dominance is explained by Villeray's built fabric: rows of Victorian and Art Deco duplexes and triplexes built between 1900 and 1950, preserved in their architectural coherence. Hutchison, Casgrain, De Gaspé, Saint-Denis, Saint-Hubert, De Lanaudière streets concentrate this stock.
On 2025-2026 sales (medians calculated on hundreds of transactions), the median condo is at $482,000. A 1-bedroom (1+0) in a renovated older building trades around $360,000 to $450,000, a 2-bedroom (2+0) between $480,000 and $620,000, and a new large-area unit on Castelnau or de Gaspé often exceeds $700,000. For plexes: duplex median ~$805,000, triplex ~$940,000, quadruplex ~$900,000, quintuplex ~$1.035M. Single-family homes are rare but range between $650,000 and $1.3M.
Villeray remains one of Montreal's most sought-after plex markets for two reasons: (1) limited supply (few vacancies, slow turnover), (2) strong rental demand (proximity to metro, Jean-Talon Market, Jarry Park). But gross return ratios have tightened since 2020: a triplex at $940,000 generating $4,500/month gross rent gives 5.7% gross, ~2.5-3% net after taxes, fees and maintenance. Most of the stock is built pre-1950: structural and thermal work often needed. Since Bill 16, converted-plex condos require documented contingency funds. Long-term valorization potential remains solid due to land scarcity.
The borough has 3 neighborhoods with very distinct personalities. Villeray (around Jarry Park and Villeray Street): most sought-after, Victorian and Art Deco plex fabric, independent commercial arteries (Villeray Street, Faillon Street), historic Portuguese and Italian communities - marked price premium. Parc-Extension (around Parc station, one of Canada's most densely populated neighborhoods): unique cosmopolitan vibe (Greek, Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi), more affordable prices, valorization potential supported by Université de Montréal and MIL campus proximity. Saint-Michel (the largest of the three, east): later urbanization, home to TOHU (City of Circus Arts), Haitian, Latino and North African communities, most accessible prices - very active plex market and opportunities for investors. Each neighborhood has its distinct price dynamic.
The median days on market (DOM) in Villeray varies by type. Well-positioned condos sell in 15 to 30 days. Plexes take longer (30 to 60 days) because their clientele - investors and owner-occupants - is more analytical and demands more documentary due diligence (leases, TAL notices, condo fund status where applicable). Properties above $1M also take longer (45 to 90 days). A property sitting beyond 60 days is often overpriced - our comparative market analysis (CMA) helps adjust listing price based on real recent sector sales (West Villeray doesn't compare to East Villeray).
Moderately. Our data shows: 754 (2021), 567 (2022), 476 (2023), 588 (2024), 638 (2025), 246 (first six months 2026 - ~490 pace for the year). After the 2022-2023 rate-driven decline, the market has regained sustained pace in 2024-2025, less spectacular than 2021 but stable. The median price, however, continues to progress ($630,000 overall 2021-2026 median, with 2025-2026 around $482,000 for condos and $940,000 for triplex). Plex holds particularly well - rare supply, sustained demand from investors and occupants.
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Local resources to get to know the district better.
Villeray is one of the 3 neighborhoods in the borough. Official site: citizen services, permits, events, public notices.
On the border with La Petite-Patrie. One of North America's largest public markets, local producers, open year-round.
One of Canada's highest concentrations of North African restaurants and grocers. Unique culinary ambiance.
36 hectares in the heart of Villeray. IGA Stadium (National Bank Open), Olympic pool, sports fields, pond.
Annual ATP/WTA tournament (Rogers Cup / US Open) at the heart of Jarry Park. Major Montreal sports event.
Small historic venue at the Rosemont-Villeray border. Independent films, cultural events.
French public network covering Villeray. Primary and secondary schools (Georges-Vanier, Père-Marquette).
Public cegep within metro distance of Villeray. Pre-university, technical programs, continuing education.
Villeray
Between 2021 and 2026, the Villeray market gained 20 %. The median sold price went from $595,000 to $715,000, and median $/sqft from $510 to $619 (+21 %). It is one of the districts that benefited most from the post-pandemic attractiveness wave for central districts, supported by its quality of life, local shops and diversified residential offer across plexes, condos and single-family homes.
The sold-to-asking ratio went through every phase. 99 % in 2021, 100 % in 2022 (peak with multiple offers), 97 % in 2023 at the height of the rate shock, then stable around 98 % in 2024 and 2025, with a new rebound to 98.3 % in 2026. Sellers consistently keep most of their asking price, a strong signal for market quality.
Days on market confirm a market reinvigorated in 2025-2026. Median DOM of 20-21 days in 2021-2022, rising to 36 days in 2023 (rate shock), 24 days in 2024, then back down to 21 days in 2025 and 13 days in 2026. This recent acceleration is one of the clearest signals of the market's renewed strength. Annual volumes range from 476 to 754 sales, with a recovery trend in 2024 and 2025.
Tactical takeaways. For buyers: Villeray remains accessible for quality products, but the market is fast again. Prepare financing and short-list ahead, target first-day listings. For sellers: timing is favourable, but go-to-market must be flawless from day one. For investors: Villeray offers one of the best $/sqft progression-to-entry-price ratios among central districts, with a solid rental base (students, young professionals) and a plex stock with strong valuation potential.
Analysis prepared by iResidence.ca based on 3,289 real Centris transactions (2020-2026, Villeray). Updated on October 16, 2026.
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