If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs on the tree-lined streets of Mont Royal, here's what's actually happening. The average HonestDoor Price for a house in our neighbourhood sits at $1,079,329 - down a slim 0.66% from last period. That's not a crash. That's the market taking a breather after a long run. Nothing to panic about.
But here's where it gets interesting. When we look at predicted market value for houses specifically, the number jumps to $1,316,738 - and that figure is actually climbing, up from a 3-month moving average of $1,303,693. So while the broad neighbourhood average dipped slightly, the trajectory for houses is pointing up. Those two numbers tell different parts of the same story.
Let's be straight with you. On the Montreal growth leaderboard, Mont Royal houses rank 26 out of 27 neighbourhoods. That puts us near the bottom for growth right now. It doesn't mean your home isn't valuable - it absolutely is. It means the price appreciation game is slower here compared to other parts of the city at this moment.
For context, look at who's next door. Mont-Royal (the municipality, not our neighbourhood) has an average HonestDoor Price of $2,080,672. Hampstead sits at a staggering $5,817,546. We're not in that price tier, but we're also not pretending to be. What Mont Royal offers is a real, liveable community with solid fundamentals - and that counts for a lot with the right buyer.
Here's the thing about your city assessment. It's calculated once a year, sometimes based on data that's 12 to 18 months old by the time it lands in your mailbox. The market doesn't wait for paperwork.
Your HonestDoor Price is a real-world check updated in real time. It pulls from actual sales, current market signals, and live neighbourhood data. Right now, the gap between what the city thinks your home is worth and what a buyer would actually pay can be significant. With a predicted market value of $1,316,738 for houses, that's the number worth knowing - not whatever the assessment says from last year.
If you're a Mont Royal homeowner, checking your HonestDoor Price today takes two minutes and gives you a far more accurate picture than waiting for the city to catch up.
Here's the honest take for anyone considering listing this summer. The rental story is strong. Estimated rent for a house in Mont Royal runs around $5,034 per month, with a rental yield of 4.25%. That's a moderate but real return - and it tells you there's genuine demand for this neighbourhood from people who want to be here.
Airbnb potential adds another layer, with income estimated around $250 per month and a Montreal Airbnb rank of 6 for the area. That's a nice bonus for the right property setup.
The growth rank of 26 out of 27 is worth being honest about with your agent. Buyers doing their homework will see it. The play here isn't to pretend the growth is blazing - it's to price smart, lean into the lifestyle and location strengths of Mont Royal, and target buyers who value stability over speculation. Those buyers exist, and they pay well for the right home.
Bottom line - if you're selling this summer, know your real number before you list. Your HonestDoor Price is the place to start.
mont royal | montreal | july 2026This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.