Living in Montréal-Est
East & North
Montréal-Est is an independent industrial city at the eastern tip of the island — historically the home of oil refineries and petrochemical plants, and today undergoing a slow energy transition as industrial land is repurposed. Housing is modest, prices are low, and the community is tightly knit.
- Population
- 4,394
- Median income
- $64,500
- Median age
- 40 yrs
- Employment
- 59.1%
- Area
- 12.3 km²
🏠 Housing
Single-family homes & plexes
Typical price: ~$310K–$580K
🚆 Transit & commute
Bus connections eastward; car-oriented; Highway 25 provides island access.
🗣️ Community
Traditional francophone working-class community with deep industrial roots; long-term residents predominate; among the most affordable ownership options on the island.
📍Montréal-Est
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