Living in La Prairie

South Shore Southwest

La Prairie holds the distinction of being the first European permanent settlement on the South Shore, founded in 1647 — its historic district along the St. Lawrence is a genuine heritage asset. Today it combines that historic prestige with some of the South Shore's most sought-after new waterfront development.

Population
26,406
Median income
$91,000
Median age
43 yrs
Employment
63.6%
Area
43.9 km²

🏠 Housing

Single-family homes & waterfront condos

Typical price: ~$480K–$1.0M

🚆 Transit & commute

exo Candiac train (La Prairie station, ~45 min to Gare Centrale); Highway 15 and 30 access.

🗣️ Community

Affluent and francophone; the historic fortified town (Vieux-La Prairie) is a distinctive architectural asset; growing condo community near the waterfront.

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