Welcome tax inLac-Mégantic
The 2026 land transfer duty rates in Lac-Mégantic, worked examples and a calculator for your price.
Rates in Lac-Mégantic
I couldn't find a published municipal by-law for Lac-Mégantic. The calculation below uses the basic provincial scale, but the municipality may charge a higher rate above $500,000: check with them or ask me.
| Portion of the price | Rate |
|---|---|
| up to $62,900 | 0.5% |
| $62,900 to $315,000 | 1% |
| over $315,000 | 1.5% |
How much will you pay in Lac-Mégantic?
Land transfer duties calculated on the purchase price, using the 2026 rates:
| Purchase price | Welcome tax |
|---|---|
| $300,000 | $2,686 |
| $450,000 | $4,861 |
| $600,000 | $7,111 |
| $800,000 | $10,111 |
| $1,000,000 | $13,111 |
Calculate for your price
Buying your first home?
For a property acquired in 2026 or later, Quebec refunds 100% of the first $5,000 of duties paid, plus 25% of the next $3,500, up to $5,875. The credit decreases for a property over $750,000 and disappears at $1M. You claim it on your income tax return (an advance payment is possible).
When and to whom do you pay?
The welcome tax is paid once, to the City of Lac-Mégantic. The bill arrives a few weeks after the deed of sale is registered. Plan for this amount in your budget, on top of your down payment and notary fees. If the municipal assessment (multiplied by the comparative factor) is higher than the price paid, that amount is used instead.
Sources: provincial scale (Québec.ca)
Real estate in Lac-Mégantic
How much is the welcome tax in Lac-Mégantic for a $600,000 property?
For a purchase price of $600,000, the welcome tax in Lac-Mégantic is about $7,111 under the 2026 rates. The exact amount also depends on the municipal assessment, if it is higher than the price paid.
Does Lac-Mégantic charge a higher rate than the provincial scale?
I couldn't find a published by-law. At a minimum, the basic provincial scale applies; check with the municipality whether a higher rate applies above $500,000.
What is your property worth in Lac-Mégantic?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.