Montreal renters struggle as vacancy rises but affordability worsens

Montreal renters struggle as vacancy rises but affordability worsens

December 14, 2025 6:02 pm EST.

“We’re maybe having more availability, but the crisis of affordability is deeper in itself,” said Catherine Lussier of FRAPRU, as rents in Montreal climb despite a higher vacancy rate. Adriana Gentile reports.

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