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MARKET ANALYSIS

South Shore Real Estate Market 2026: Prices, Trends and Neighbourhoods

Montreal’s South Shore attracts thousands of new residents every year thanks to affordable prices, the REM and green spaces. Complete analysis from Longueuil to Beloeil.

📅 March 2026⏱️ 12 min read📊 Data: APCIQ/Centris

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Montreal’s South Shore (Rive-Sud) has become one of the most dynamic regions in Quebec’s real estate market. From Longueuil to Beloeil, through Brossard, Saint-Bruno and Chambly, this vast area offers a diversity of neighbourhoods for every budget and lifestyle.

In 2026, the Quebec residential market shows median prices of $615,000 for single-family homes and $428,000 for condos in the Greater Montreal Area. The South Shore sits 15 to 25% below these thresholds, offering unbeatable value for families and investors alike.

The arrival of the REM (Réseau express métropolitain) has been a game-changer: Brossard is now just 15 minutes from downtown Montreal, and prices have reacted accordingly. But other sectors like Chambly and Beloeil remain remarkably affordable.

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💰 Prices by Sector on the South Shore in 2026

Prices vary considerably from one sector to another. Here is an overview of median prices for single-family homes and condos in the main sectors:

Longueuil

~$480,000

Single-family

Brossard

~$530,000

Single-family

Saint-Bruno

~$550,000

Single-family

Chambly

~$460,000

Single-family

Beloeil

~$450,000

Single-family

Longueuil

~$310,000

Median condo

Brossard

~$380,000

Median condo

Saint-Bruno

~$355,000

Median condo

Chambly

~$300,000

Median condo

Beloeil

~$305,000

Median condo

💡 Provincial context: in February 2026, the Bank of Canada policy rate stands at 2.25%, the 5-year fixed mortgage rate at 3.69% and the variable rate at 3.35%. The South Shore benefits from favourable rates that stimulate demand.

🏙️ Longueuil: The Heart of the South Shore

Longueuil is the largest city on the South Shore with over 260,000 residents in the agglomeration. Its direct metro access (Longueuil–Université-de-Sherbrooke station) and proximity to highways 20 and 132 make it a strategic choice for commuters.

Metro — Longueuil station with direct downtown access in 15 min

Diversity — From historic Vieux-Longueuil to new developments

Services — Hospitals, universities, shopping centres

Prices — Single-family ~$480,000, condos ~$310,000

Vieux-Longueuil is experiencing a revival with the revitalization of rue Saint-Charles and the arrival of new shops. Residential areas like Saint-Hubert offer single-family homes at still-reasonable prices, while Greenfield Park attracts anglophone and bilingual families.

🚉 Brossard: The REM Effect

Brossard is the big winner of the REM on the South Shore. Since the opening of the Du Quartier station, the city is connected to downtown Montreal in just 15 minutes. The impact on prices has been immediate.

$530,000

Median single-family price

+10-15%

Increase near the REM

15 min

REM to downtown

The area around Quartier DIX30 is seeing accelerated densification with new condo projects and residential towers. New condos are selling around $380,000, while more established areas like West Brossard offer single-family homes on large lots.

⚠️ Note: prices near REM stations have already priced in part of the premium. The best opportunities are now found 2-3 km from stations, where the spillover effect is not yet complete.

🌳 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville: Nature and Prestige

Saint-Bruno is the South Shore’s jewel for families. Nestled at the foot of Mont Saint-Bruno and its national park, this town offers an exceptional living environment with schools ranked among the best in Quebec.

Median price — Approximately $550,000 for a single-family home

National park — Mont Saint-Bruno, skiing, hiking, lake

Schools — Among the best in the Fraser Institute rankings

Appreciation — +6% per year, stable and growing values

Saint-Bruno is the most expensive sector in our analysis, but also the one offering the best value retention. Families who settle here tend to stay long-term, which limits inventory and keeps prices on an upward trend. Access to Highway 30 and proximity to Brossard/REM complete the appeal.

🏘️ Chambly and Beloeil: Charm and Affordability

Further from Montreal, Chambly and Beloeiloffer the most affordable prices on the South Shore. These historic towns charm buyers with their heritage character, rivers and quality of life.

Chambly

✅ Single-family: ~$460,000

✅ Chambly Canal and historic Fort

✅ Access to A-10 and A-35

✅ Rapid growth (+7%/yr)

Beloeil

✅ Single-family: ~$450,000

✅ Views of Mont Saint-Hilaire

✅ Vieux-Beloeil and Richelieu River

✅ Ideal for first-time buyers

Both towns are particularly popular with first-time buyersand families willing to accept a slightly longer commute in exchange for significantly lower prices. The market is growing strongly, with increases of 5 to 7% per year.

🚉 Impact of the REM and Transit on the South Shore

The REM has revolutionized transit on the South Shore. The Du Quartier station in Brossard now connects the South Shore to downtown Montreal in 15 minutes, transforming the real estate market across the entire region.

15 min

REM Brossard→Downtown

A-10/A-20

Major highways

A-30

Southern bypass

⚠️ Opportunity: the South Shore highway network (A-10, A-20, A-30, A-35) offers exceptional connectivity. Combined with the REM and the Longueuil metro, the South Shore is the best-served region for transit in the entire Montreal suburban ring.

Future projects include improved express bus service to Chambly and Beloeil, as well as reserved lanes on the A-10. These improvements could further stimulate demand in more distant sectors.

⚖️ South Shore vs Montreal: The Comparison

The South Shore is 15 to 25% cheaper than Montreal for equivalent properties. Here is the detailed comparison:

South Shore

🏠 Single-family: $450-550K

🏢 Condo: $300-380K

💰 Taxes: $0.75-0.85/$100

🚗 Parking: easy

🌳 Large lots, green spaces

Montreal

🏠 Single-family: ~$615K

🏢 Condo: ~$428K

💰 Taxes: $0.96/$100

🚗 Parking: difficult

🏙️ Vibrant urban life

💡 In summary: for the price of a condo in Montreal, you can often get a single-family home on the South Shore. With the REM, the commute trade-off is minimal. Municipal taxes are 15 to 20% lower on average.

📈 The Montreal Exodus: 24,000 Residents per Year

Every year, approximately 24,000 residents leave Montrealfor the suburbs. The South Shore captures a significant share of this exodus, particularly families aged 30 to 45 looking for space and affordable prices.

24,000

Departures from Montreal/yr

30-45 yrs

Typical migrant profile

-20%

Average savings vs MTL

The main reasons for this exodus are: the cost of housing in Montreal, the desire for space to raise a family, remote work reducing the need to be downtown, and improved public transit (REM). This trend is expected to continue through 2026-2027 and keep supporting demand on the South Shore.

To learn more about this phenomenon, check out our detailed article: Montreal Loses 24,000 Residents: Real Estate Impact.

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