The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers has reported a notable decline in home sales in the Montreal area during December 2025, despite an increase in overall activity in the real estate market for the year. In December, the Montreal census metropolitan area saw 2,831 properties change hands, representing a 10 percent decrease from the 3,145 sales recorded in December 2024. This downward trend in December stands in contrast to the overall performance of the year, where total sales were 7.7 percent higher than in 2024.

The December report highlighted that, while home sales diminished on a year-over-year basis, the region experienced an uptick in various segments over the entire year. Specifically, new property listings amounted to 2,529 in December, which marked a 5 percent decline compared to the previous December. However, the total number of new listings for the year increased by 9.4 percent, indicating a more robust market activity in 2025 overall.

In terms of property value, median home prices rose across all categories during the final month of the year. The single-family home market saw the most significant appreciation, with prices climbing by 7.8 percent to reach $625,000. In the plex category, the median price increased by 4.1 percent, bringing it to $830,000 year-over-year in December. Meanwhile, condominiums also experienced a price rise, with the median value going up by 1.4 percent to settle at $425,000.

This pricing trend reflects a general pattern of growth in the market, despite the fluctuations observed in monthly sales figures. The data presented by the Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers underscores the dynamic nature of the Montreal real estate market, where annual trends can diverge significantly from short-term data.

This report was first published on January 9, 2026, providing valuable insights into market conditions and trends for potential buyers, sellers, and investors in the region.