Flood zones
Some streets near the Rivière des Prairies and Lac des Deux Montagnes have experienced spring floods. Check the City’s maps and the property’s history.
Buying in Sainte-Dorothée
Buying a property in Sainte-Dorothée.
In western Laval, Sainte-Dorothée offers large lots, a horticultural tradition and proximity to the water.
The local market
The Sainte-Dorothée real estate market.
Sainte-Dorothée, at the western tip of Laval, is known for its horticultural growers and its more spacious residential areas. It borders the Rivière des Prairies and neighbours Île-Bigras and Laval-sur-le-Lac.
The area mostly has single-family homes, often on larger lots, recent developments of houses and townhouses, and some condos. Properties near the water have special charm.
Areas covered: Champfleury · Domaine Islemère
Talk about buyingCommuting and transit
Getting around from Sainte-Dorothée.
REMSainte-Dorothée and Île-Bigras stations on the REM’s Deux-Montagnes branch connect the area to downtown Montreal. Check the current schedule.
HighwaysHighways 13 and 440 lead to Montreal, the airport and the rest of Laval.
NatureHorticultural land, the banks of the Rivière des Prairies and parks give the area a more rural feel.
Before you make an offer
What to check in Sainte-Dorothée.
Large lot
On a large lot, look at exterior upkeep, drainage, the boundaries on the certificate of location and the applicable zoning rules.
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 Laval areas.
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Read the articleFrequently asked questions
Your questions about real estate in Sainte-Dorothée.
How much does a property cost in Sainte-Dorothée?
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-Dorothée?
The REM’s Deux-Montagnes branch serves Sainte-Dorothée and Île-Bigras stations (check the service status when you search), and highways 13 and 440 connect the area to Montreal and the rest of Laval.
What types of properties are there in Sainte-Dorothée?
The area mostly has single-family homes, often on larger lots, recent developments of houses and townhouses, and some condos. Properties near the water have special charm.
Do I need a broker to buy in Sainte-Dorothée?
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-Dorothée.
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