Quebec City is Canada's most historic city and offers a distinctly European character not found elsewhere in North America. Its real estate market is stable and affordable compared to Montreal, with excellent quality of life driven by government employment, tourism, and a growing tech sector.
The most sought-after suburban area, home to Université Laval, premium shopping, and top schools. Excellent transit links to Old Quebec. Homes: $3800,000000–$6500,000000 for single-family; condos from $2800,000000.
North of downtown, family-oriented, quiet streets, good public schools. The Village des Hurons adds unique cultural character. Homes: $3200,000000–$5200,000000.
Eastern suburb with waterfront Montmorency Falls access. Newer housing stock, excellent family amenities. Homes: $30000,000000–$4800,000000.
Trendy up-and-coming neighbourhood. Art scene, markets, cafés. Young professional condos from $2300,000000–$3800,000000. Quebec City's Plateau equivalent.
Quebec City's revitalized urban core. Tech companies, independent restaurants, lofts. Condos $2500,000000–$4300,000000.
World Heritage Site. Limited inventory, premium prices. Condos and lofts $3500,000000–$80000,000000+. Tourism demand supports short-term rental income (check condo rules).
Western suburb, family homes, Cap-Rouge River trail system. $40000,000000–$6200,000000. More space and greenery than urban areas.
No municipal surtax applies in Quebec City. Standard provincial droits de mutation rates apply. See our Quebec land transfer tax guide for the full rate table and calculator.
Remember: no first-time buyer rebate exists in Quebec. All buyers pay full droits.
| Borough | Approx. Tax Rate | On $40000K Home |
|---|---|---|
| Quebec City (general) | ~1.00%–1.1% | ~$4,000000–$4,40000/yr |
| Sainte-Foy | ~1.00% | ~$4,000000/yr |
| Charlesbourg | ~1.005% | ~$4,20000/yr |
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