The Montreal Market Brief
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Example from Jan 27, 2026 Issue
📊 Market Snapshot
Inventory: Listing count increased 4% week-over-week. We're now at 3,240 active listings across Montreal, up from 3,115 last Monday. This is 12% higher than this time last year.
What it means: More choice for buyers, slightly less urgency. Sellers need to price competitively from day one.
🏙️ Neighborhood Spotlight: Verdun
Verdun continues to attract first-time buyers who value waterfront access without Plateau pricing. Median condo price is now $475K, up 3% from last quarter but still 24% below Plateau.
- Strong rental demand near metro stations
- New commercial development along Wellington Street
- Watch for: Proposed bike path extension announcement in February
💡 Decision Scenario
Situation: You're approved for $600K but found a property at $580K. Should you offer asking, or test the market?
Context: Check days on market. If under 10 days, offer asking or slightly above. If 20+ days, request a price history and recent comparables. Properties sitting longer are often overpriced by 3-5%.
🔮 What to Watch
Bank of Canada interest rate decision on Feb 5. Current forecast: hold at 4.25%. A surprise cut could accelerate spring market activity.
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