The townhouse (often called a “townhouse” or “row cottage”) offers the experience of a house — private entrance, backyard, basement — at a price 15 to 25% below the equivalent single-family home. On the North Shore, it's the property type gaining the most popularity since 2022.
Sub-types to distinguish
- Semi-detached : 2 units sharing a wall. Price close to a single-family home, more privacy.
- Row / townhouse : 3+ units side by side. More affordable, aesthetic constraints (uniform façade).
- 2-storey row cottage : the most sought-after version in Blainville and Sainte-Thérèse-en-Haut.
2026 median prices
- Blainville (Fontainebleau, Chambéry) : 525 000 $
- Sainte-Thérèse : 465 000 $
- Rosemère : 545 000 $
Advantages
- Entry price significantly lower than the single-family home
- Shared or simplified exterior upkeep (no maintenance on the party wall)
- Private backyard, generally smaller but usable
- Basement and 2 storeys — living space comparable to a 2,000-2,400 sq ft house
Points to watch at the showing
- Soundproofing of the party wall(s) — test by knocking and listening
- Parking : counted, shared or off-street?
- Expenses if a co-ownership structure (varies by project)
- Project rules (exterior changes, BBQ, door painting)
Active properties
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