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Laval, QC

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This island city is more than a suburb

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Located between the Prairies River and Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, Laval is separated from Montréal by water but is heavily influenced by its neighbor. The Montréal Metro provides three stations in Laval, and the Saint-Jerome commuter train connects the island with downtown Montréal. Laval is an attractive city with beautiful neighborhoods and a variety of parks. Laval is walkable and bicycle-friendly, and residents enjoy walking and cycling along the city’s tree-lined streets and sidewalks. Golfers enjoy having several courses located in the city, while space enthusiasts can visit Cosmodome, an educational space museum. Shoppers have plenty of destinations in Laval, including the Carrefour Laval shopping centre, the largest enclosed shopping centre in the Montréal area.

Once considered a bedroom community, Laval has become a bustling city that’s home to flourishing technology, retail, and agriculture industries. Several colleges and universities have campuses in Laval, and it is home to College Montmorency for those pursuing pre-university and technical programs.

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Aerial view of Laval

A gazebo and garden at the Centre-de-la Nature.

Residents enjoy a day of ice skating on a frozen lake.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Laval, QC is C$1,270 for a studio, C$1,402 for one bedroom, C$1,721 for two bedrooms, and C$2,411 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Laval has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

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Average Sq Ft
Apartment
C$1,402/month
321 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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