A broker who knows Lorraine
I also serve clients on the North Shore and throughout the Laurentians (Laurentides). I know what drives rental and commercial demand in Lorraine.
Real estate investing inLorraine
Plexes, income properties, land or commercial: I help you read the numbers before you buy.
Residential and commercial
Plexes, multi-unit buildings, land or commercial space: I support investors with every type of property.
A numbers-based analysis
Gross rent multiplier (GRM), price per square foot, comparable sales and the municipal assessment ratio: we look at the numbers before buying.
An entrepreneur's eye
A former entrepreneur trained in finance and marketing at HEC Montréal, I help you assess a building like a business project.
At a glanceLorraine
Population (2021)9,502
Montréalabout 35 to 45 minutes by car from downtown Montréal on Highway 640 then Highway 15
TransitHighway 640 · exo bus, Laurentides sector · Rosemère station
RCMThérèse-De Blainville RCM
Local potential
What drives demand in Lorraine
Lorraine is almost exclusively single-family residential, with no industrial sector, and the rental stock is very limited. Any rental demand comes mostly from families renting a house or from accessory units, where regulations allow. Investors here aim instead for the long-term appreciation of a single-family property rather than rental income. Any analysis must start from actual numbers and the zoning in force.
How I analyze a building
Gross rent multiplier (GRM)
The asking price compared to the building's income, and to similar sales in the area.
Comparable sales
Buildings recently sold in and around Lorraine, adjusted for condition and number of units.
Price per square foot
Useful for commercial properties and for comparing buildings of different sizes.
Municipal assessment
The ratio between the sale price and the municipal assessment, to help position an offer.
My favourite spot in Lorraine
Forêt du Grand Coteau
Forest and trails
The forest offers a 6 km main route open year-round and a 2.2 km interpretive trail that follows the ruisseau Dominique-Juteau. It is the perfect place to walk, run or discover wildlife without leaving the city.
Discover Forêt du Grand Coteau →« What strikes me in Lorraine is the consistency of the original plan: buried networks, no traffic lights and a forest within walking distance, you can still feel it in the atmosphere of the streets. »
« Excellent service !!! J'ai vendu en 6 jours 🙂 Très professionnel, gentil et disponible. Il sait mettre en valeur votre demeure et connait bien son travail. »
« Son service est vraiment clé en main, ce qui a grandement facilité le processus. Il a su m'offrir une assistance précieuse à chaque étape. »
Frequently asked questions
Real estate in Lorraine
Is Lorraine attractive for rental investment?
The rental market is limited here, because the city was designed for single-family homes, with no industry. Investors instead focus on the long-term value of a property; any rental strategy must first be validated against the zoning.
What is your property worth in Lorraine?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
Nearby areas