Montreal

As of May 2026, Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, Quebec City have 4,696 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 19% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Montreal generates C$49K per year. High-performing properties earn C$101K/year, while low-performing properties earn C$17K/year. This massive revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets are capturing outsized market share, likely due to specific competitive advantages that the average listing fails to replicate in the current environment.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Montreal. Average annual revenue is C$49K with 49% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to C$101K/year. The 18.6% drop in supply suggests a tightening market where remaining operators face less direct saturation, allowing high-performers to maintain stronger pricing power than the average unit.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Montreal is 49%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of C$242, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of C$96 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Montreal, with annual revenue of C$113K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Montreal market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Montreal area. Montreal: Strict. Principal residence required, registration mandatory, max 90 days if not primary home. Active enforcement with fines and platform data sharing. Laval: Strict. Principal residence required, permit mandatory, max 90 days otherwise. Active enforcement following Montreal model. Longueuil: Strict. Principal residence required, registration needed, 90-day cap for non-primary. Growing enforcement. Quebec City: Strict. Principal residence required, permit mandatory, sector quotas in Old Quebec. Very active enforcement with inspections. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Montreal Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 19% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 17%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. Such a contraction in supply amidst rising revenue signals a market where existing operators benefit from reduced competition while demand remains robust.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 17% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Montreal listings include: Kitchen (99%), Air Conditioning (95%), Tv (94%), Heating (90%), Washing Machine (87%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Pool, Bbq, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 52% more (C$63K/year vs C$41K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Montreal over the last 12 months: May: C$2K, June: C$3K, July: C$3K, August: C$4K, September: C$4K, October: C$4K, November: C$3K, December: C$3K, January: C$2K, February: C$2K, March: C$2K, April: C$3K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Montreal is C$242, up 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average C$165/night, 2-bedroom properties average C$238/night, 3-bedroom properties average C$336/night, 4+ bedroom properties average C$643/night. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Guests in Montreal book an average of 31 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Montreal Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 19%, revenue per listing increased 17%, occupancy rose 9%, average nightly rates increased 11%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics reflect a shrinking pool of available inventory, forcing higher utilization rates and faster booking velocities for the remaining active listings.

In Montreal, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 27% higher occupancy than weekdays.