Living in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve
Borough of Montreal · East & North
Hochelaga-Maisonneuve — known locally as Hochelaga or HoMa — has gone through one of Montreal's fastest gentrifications, driven by proximity to the Olympic Stadium, Botanical Garden, and a vibrant local arts scene. Mercier, to the east, remains more working-class and affordable.
- Population
- 144,195
- Median income
- $36,833.74
- Median age
- 40 yrs
- Employment
- 9.3%
- Area
- 27.4 km²
🏠 Housing
Plexes & condos
Typical price: ~$360K–$720K
🚆 Transit & commute
Metro Green Line (Joliette, Préfontaine, Frontenac, Pie-IX stations); well-served by bus.
🗣️ Community
Traditional east-end Québécois working-class culture alongside a growing young professional class drawn by HoMa's character; the Olympic Park area remains the iconic anchor.
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