Verdun Montréal Apartments, Condos and Houses for Rent

Verdun, known for its bike paths, public pools, waterfront beach, and beautiful scenery, is in the southeastern part of the region on the coast of the St. Lawrence River and the Canal de L’aqueduc.

Verdun became a borough of the city of Montreal, Quebec in January 2002. The borough also includes Nuns' Island, along the St. Lawrence River, filled with beautiful parks and luxury amenities — such as Golf Exécutif Montréal and the Strøm spa nordique Montréal. Verdun is one of Quebec’s oldest municipalities, founded in 1671 by Zacharie Dupuis. Perhaps one of the most underrated boroughs of Montreal, Verdun has a distinct artistic culture, which can be seen by the large presence of craft breweries, cocktail bars, third-wave cafés, and avant-garde restaurants in the borough. With a multitude of hotspots, Verdun is becoming one of the youngest and trendiest areas in Montreal.

Housing Market

Neighbourhoods in Verdun have historically been known as an affordable for working class individuals and students. However, the area is changing due to the effects of gentrification, particularly around Wellington Street, the neighbourhood’s main boulevard. Classically consisting of triplexes, small blocs, and duplexes, the borough is seeing an increase in condo construction and commercial establishments, leading to a rise in rent. Because of its proximity to the waterfront, to downtown, to multiple parks, and to three metro stations found throughout the neighbourhood, Verdun remains a desirable area, with both expensive and affordable housing. While there are houses available for purchase in Verdun, the majority of those living in the area choose to rent—with 64 per cent renting and 36 per cent owning.

Apartment Hunting

Regardless of which area of the city you’re looking to live, there is never a shortage of places for rent in Montreal. In Verdun, all types of accommodations can be found, depending on the kind of housing you want and your price range. As the most common types of housing found in the area are apartments, townhouses, and condominiums, the borough offers something for everyone. While one can find incredible apartments for under $1,000 in many areas of the community, those desiring to live along the water or close to the metro will face an increase in rent prices.

Only kilometers away from Montreal’s downtown area, Verdun offers a small-town feel due to its distinct and diverse culture. Because of its beautiful waterfront and its multitude of parks in warm weather, Verdun allows residents and visitors alike to feel as if they’ve entered a cottage town, perfect for relaxing, and away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. As Verdun is filled with independently owned restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops, the borough is full of character, offering a vibe that can’t be found in other areas of the city.

Verdun is characterized by three main neighbourhoods—Desmarchais-Crawford, Wellington-De l'Église, and Nuns' Island. First, Wellington-De l'Église can be described as the borough's central area, filled with commercial and institutional establishments, such as bars, restaurants, shops, and community services—such as a women’s centre and a seniors recreation centre.

Desmarchais-Crawford, also known as West Verdun, is a more quiet area of the borough, marked by its residential developments. The Douglas Hospital campus can also be found in the neighbourhood, dividing the area into separate regions. To the west of the hospital is the Crawford Park area, a large suburban development home to many young families in the borough.

The third major neighbourhood in Verdun is Nuns' Island, less than a kilometer across the St. Lawrence river. Known for its upscale developments and luxury recreational activity, Nuns’ is home to about 12 000 residents.

Verdun is filled with historical sites, commercial establishments, recreational facilities, and greenspaces with such sites including:

Maison Nivard-De Saint-Dizier: A museum and archeological site along the St. Lawrence River, teaching visitors of Verdun’s historical past.

Wellington Street: Home to many of the neighbourhood’s famous restaurants, cafes, and bars.

Notre Dame de la Trinite: Verdun’s first Catholic parish built in 1899.

Verdun Beach: Verdun’s free urban beach offering beautiful views of the St. Lawrence river.

Verdun is home to 69,230 residents, with many of them families with children (89.4 per cent). Many of these families are immigrants (24.2 per cent) and visible minorities (20.8 per cent).

A popular destination for working-class families, Verdun remains accessible for those looking for affordable housing near downtown Montreal. One of the most Anglophone areas of the city, 22 per cent of Verdun residents are English-speaking. Because of a history of bilingualism and multiculturalism, Verdun is one of Montreal’s most diverse and inclusive areas, representing individuals from a multitude of economic and cultural backgrounds. The area remains popular for both students and artists with lower incomes.

One of Montreal’s most up and coming borough, Verdun is perfect for those looking to live in apartment-style rental homes with lower cost of living than the rest of the city. As well, Verdun is perfect for someone who will immerse themselves in the area’s multicultural environment, represented by its eclectic restaurants, bars, and shops. Verdun is also perfect for individuals and families who will take advantage of its many green spaces, pools, and waterfront.

As the borough caters to lower-income families and individuals, Verdun is not so perfect for someone looking for a large and luxurious home — like those in Montreal’s Westmount area.