Near the water
Near the river, check the flood zone maps and the property’s history with the City and your insurer.
Buying in Sainte-Catherine
Buying a property in Sainte-Catherine.
On the river, with Récré-O-Parc and a train station, Sainte-Catherine offers a family setting on the South Shore.
The local market
The Sainte-Catherine real estate market.
Sainte-Catherine runs along the St. Lawrence River and the Seaway. Récré-O-Parc, with its beach, trails and activities, is one of the town’s great attractions, and its residential neighbourhoods offer a family setting.
You will find bungalows and cottages in established areas, semi-detached homes, townhouses and condos, including several newer projects. Properties near the water have special appeal.
Talk about buyingCommuting and transit
Getting around from Sainte-Catherine.
Commuter trainSainte-Catherine station, on the exo Candiac line, offers a direct trip to downtown Montreal.
RoadsRoute 132 and Highway 30 lead to Brossard, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge and the western South Shore.
Récré-O-ParcBeach, trails and family activities by the river: Récré-O-Parc is part of daily life.
Before you make an offer
What to check in Sainte-Catherine.
Age of the house
For a home in an established area, ask for the renovation history and have the original components inspected.
Condo documents
For a condo, ask for the declaration of co-ownership, meeting minutes, contingency fund and contingency fund study before you commit.
Taxes and fees
Add the address’s municipal and school taxes, the property transfer tax (welcome tax) and notary fees to your budget.
Neighbourhoods
Other South Shore areas.
South Shore
Brossard
South Shore
Longueuil
South Shore
Saint-Lambert
South Shore
Saint-Hubert
South Shore
La Prairie
South Shore
Saint-Constant
Saint-Philippe Boucherville Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville Candiac Châteauguay Delson Léry Mercier Beloeil Mont-Saint-Hilaire Chambly Carignan Saint-Basile-le-Grand McMasterville Otterburn Park Sainte-Julie Varennes Saint-Amable Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Vaudreuil-Dorion Pincourt L’Île-Perrot Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot Saint-Lazare Hudson Les Cèdres
The blog
Worth reading for your project.
Buying a house in Sainte-Catherine: commutes and criteria
Prepare your visits in Sainte-Catherine by comparing streets, services and the condition of properties.
Read the articleBrossard, La Prairie and nearby: choosing your area on the South Shore
Compare Brossard, La Prairie, Saint-Constant, Sainte-Catherine and Saint-Philippe based on your commute, your ideal property and your budget.
Read the articleBuying a property in La Prairie: neighbourhood and checks
Compare commutes, costs and property features before buying in La Prairie.
Read the articleFrequently asked questions
Your questions about real estate in Sainte-Catherine.
How much does a property cost in Sainte-Catherine?
Prices depend on the property type, street, age and condition. To find the price that fits your budget, start with the affordability calculator, then let’s compare recent sales in the area.
Calculate how much I can borrowHow do I get around from Sainte-Catherine?
Sainte-Catherine station on the exo Candiac line leads to downtown Montreal, and Route 132 and Highway 30 connect the town to the rest of the South Shore and the bridges.
What types of properties are there in Sainte-Catherine?
You will find bungalows and cottages in established areas, semi-detached homes, townhouses and condos, including several newer projects. Properties near the water have special appeal.
Do I need a broker to buy in Sainte-Catherine?
It is not mandatory, but a broker who represents you helps you compare properties, prepare an offer and follow the conditions through to the notary signing. In Quebec, this representation is set out in a buyer brokerage contract, which also states the compensation before you start.
The next step
Let’s talk about buying in Sainte-Catherine.
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