Each fall brings a sense of renewal, and the real estate market is no exception. After the holiday period, when many projects were put on hold, buyers and investors are resuming their activities. As a result, the Greater Montreal market is showing strong vitality and opening the door to real opportunities.
Post-Summer Recovery: Renewed Momentum
Following the summer months, the Greater Montreal real estate market has remained surprisingly dynamic. According to the APCIQ, 3,731 residential transactions were completed in July 2025, marking a 10% increase compared to July 2024 — a record level since 2021 (APCIQ ↗). This recovery reflects a lasting trend, with sustained activity since early summer.
Prices: Still Rising, But at a Slower Pace
Prices continue to rise, though more moderately. The median value of single-family homes increased by 7% year-over-year, reaching around $625,000 in July (APCIQ ↗). Condominiums (+3%) and plexes with 2 to 5 units (+8%) followed the same trend (APCIQ ↗).
Meanwhile, according to WOWA, the average price across all property types in Montreal hit a historic high of $658,679, up 7.8% year-over-year (wowa.ca ↗).
Limited Supply, Seller’s Market Persists
The context remains favorable for sellers. The sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) stood at 72% in July, confirming a market still dominated by sellers (nesto ↗). Despite an increase in new listings, supply remains insufficient to meet demand, keeping upward pressure on prices (Desjardins ↗).
Why It’s the Ideal Time to Invest
These figures highlight an ideal setting for prepared buyers and investors:
- For buyers, higher sales and increased activity provide more options, without creating an overly competitive environment (bidding wars remain limited to 11%).
- For investors, plexes (+8%) remain attractive, supported by strong rental demand. Meanwhile, stable or gradually rising prices help build long-term, solid portfolios.
After the Holidays, the Opportunity is Here
In conclusion, summer 2025 did not slow the market down — on the contrary, it served as a springboard for a very active fall season. A favorable economic environment — stable rates, balanced supply management, and Montreal’s relative affordability compared to other major cities — continues to fuel this momentum.
The post-holiday market is full of opportunities: whether you’re looking to buy, invest, or reposition an asset, now is the time to act.
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Main Sources:
- APCIQ / Centris – Transactions and price trends, July 2025 APCIQ ↗
- WOWA – Average prices and market activity, July 2025 wowa.ca ↗
- Nesto – Median price and SNLR reports nesto.ca ↗
- Desjardins – Macroeconomic perspectives and provincial context Desjardins.com ↗
