Saint-Hyacinthe is turning heads among Montreal buyers priced out of the island — and for good reason. This Montérégie town of roughly 70,000 sits about an hour away by commuter rail, yet listings at $495,000 CAD on DuProprio versus $800,000+ averages in the city paint a very different picture. Whether you’re hunting through RE/MAX, Centris, or considering a commission-free sale through DuProprio, here’s where the St-Hyacinthe market stands in 2026 — and which platform route actually works best for you.

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REALTOR.ca listings: 165 houses ·
RE/MAX count: 52 properties ·
Market forecast: 4–6% growth in 2026–2027

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • 165 houses listed on REALTOR.ca (Centris.ca)
  • 52 RE/MAX results for Saint-Hyacinthe (RE/MAX Quebec)
  • DuProprio listings include Douville homes at $719,000 CAD (DuProprio)
2What’s unclear
  • Precise day-by-day listing count across all platforms simultaneously
  • Days-on-market averages for specific neighborhoods
  • Breakdown of buyer demographics for St-Hyacinthe transactions
3Timeline signal
  • QPAREB forecast released January 27, 2026 sets the 2026–2027 trajectory (APCIQ-QPAREB)
  • CMHC notes resale pickup ahead of 2027 rate hikes (CMHC)
4What’s next

The table below summarizes current listing data across major platforms serving the Saint-Hyacinthe market.

Metric Value
Total on REALTOR.ca 165
Centris example address 6610 Avenue Cordeau
Via Capitale count 15 properties
RE/MAX price example 339,000 $
Douville home (DuProprio) 245 avenue Dufault at 719,000 $
RE/MAX listing price 2380-2390 Rue Sicotte at 689,000 $
Single-family on Centris 14625 Rue des Oliviers at 649,000 $

Houses for sale in St Hyacinthe on RE/MAX

RE/MAX Quebec holds the largest brokerage network in the province — more than 30,000 properties and 3,500 brokers — and their dedicated Saint-Hyacinthe page surfaces 52 active listings (RE/MAX Quebec). A sampling of recent asking prices includes a property at 489,000 CAD on the main results page and a multi-unit listing at 2380-2390 Rue Sicotte listed at 689,000 CAD through RE/MAX Renaissance. Bungalows and single-storey homes (maison de plain-pied) feature among the more-searched property types in the area.

Current RE/MAX Renaissance listings

The local RE/MAX Renaissance agency lists a handful of Saint-Hyacinthe properties directly on their site, including that Rue Sicotte address, which sits above the area median and reflects a larger footprint. Nearby market comparison comes from Drummondville at 449,000 CAD, according to the same agency — illustrating how St-Hyacinthe sits in a mid-range tier within Montérégie.

Examples like Boul. Laframboise

Street-level searches on RE/MAX also surface listings along Boul. Laframboise, a major artery in the Laframboise district, where split-level and two-storey options draw interest from families upgrading from condos. Buyers using RE/MAX get access to agent-negotiated transactions, full MLS data, and professional photography — the trade-off being the standard 5–6% commission split between buyer and seller agents.

The trade-off

RE/MAX’s agent network delivers professional representation and MLS breadth, but sellers pay commission fees that DuProprio sellers avoid entirely. For a 500,000 CAD sale, that difference can mean $25,000–$30,000 in saved fees — real money for first-time buyers.

New houses for sale in Saint-Hyacinthe

New construction activity in Saint-Hyacinthe registers in searches as “Nouvelle maison,” and buyers looking for turnkey units without renovation risk have several routes. CourtiConnect analysts flag new-build demand as part of the broader 4–6% price growth expected for 2026–2027, driven by Montreal buyers who want modern finishes without the older housing stock repairs common in established neighborhoods like Douville.

Recent listings on major sites

DuProprio and Centris both flag newer listings that haven’t yet appeared in older data sets. On DuProprio, 16980 avenue du Frère-André shows at 495,000 CAD and 16290 rue des Sorbiers at 509,000 CAD — properties that read as newer construction based on listing descriptions and imagery (DuProprio). One rue des Sorbiers open house was scheduled for Sunday, April 26, with 3D virtual tours available — a feature DuProprio promotes to stand out from traditional listings.

Features of new builds

New builds in Saint-Hyacinthe typically offer open-concept main floors, attached garages, and energy-efficient insulation standards updated since 2018 Quebec building code revisions. Townhouse options on DuProprio include 17385-17395 avenue Saint-Onge at 629,000 CAD and 6245 avenue des Cèdres at 545,000 CAD — both offering lower maintenance than detached homes with comparable neighbourhood access.

Houses for sale in St Hyacinthe on Centris

Centris.ca positions itself as Quebec’s most comprehensive MLS aggregator, and in Saint-Hyacinthe that translates to the broadest selection of residential types — from entry-level bungalows to quadruplex investment properties. The platform’s dedicated Saint-Hyacinthe page surfaces listings including a detached home at 6610 Avenue Cordeau and a four-unit quadruplex at 2105-2115 Avenue Bourdages — the latter appealing to investors who want rental income from day one.

Top Centris properties

The Centris unifamiliale filter narrows to single-family homes, with a current example at 14625 Rue des Oliviers priced at 649,000 CAD (Centris.ca). Centris listings include scheduled visit times, detailed photo galleries, and in some cases video walkthroughs — features that help remote buyers from Montreal evaluate properties without a cross-town trip.

Examples like Avenue Cordeau and Avenue Bourdages

The Avenue Cordeau address represents a mid-range detached option in a established residential sector, while the Avenue Bourdages quadruplex signals a different market segment entirely — investors seeking cash-flow-positive assets. Single-family prices on Centris range roughly from $339,000 for older bungalows up past $700,000 for larger renovated homes in Douville, according to aggregated listings data.

Commission-free houses for sale in St-Hyacinthe on DuProprio

DuProprio operates on a for-sale-by-owner model that eliminates the listing agent’s commission — typically saving sellers 2.5–3% on the sale price. In a market where a $500,000 home means $12,500–$15,000 in commission savings, DuProprio’s Saint-Hyacinthe page lists multiple properties across neighbourhoods including Douville, where 245 avenue Dufault is priced at 719,000 CAD and 1410 avenue Roland-Salvail at 586,900 CAD.

DuProprio listings overview

DuProprio targets the Montérégie Rive-Sud-Montreal region specifically, and the Saint-Hyacinthe sub-market shows a mix of detached homes, townhouses, and recently built units. Properties include 3D virtual tours and open house scheduling — the rue des Sorbiers open house on April 26 being one example. DuProprio’s platform also includes neighbourhood-level search filters that let buyers narrow by price, bedrooms, and property type without broker involvement.

Benefits of direct sales

The obvious benefit is the commission saving. For buyers, however, the calculus is more nuanced: no agent involvement can mean less rigorous pricing guidance and no professional negotiation support on the buyer’s side. Sellers using DuProprio handle their own marketing, showings, and paperwork, often with DuProprio’s coaching resources as a substitute for broker expertise. Buyers should budget for an independent home inspection regardless of listing source.

Single-family and specific location houses for sale in St Hyacinthe

Searching by specific street address or neighbourhood is one of the most effective ways to cut through broad listings noise. Rue Pratte, Rue Girouard O., and the Douville district all appear in St-Hyacinthe searches, with Douville consistently drawing higher per-square-foot prices due to its tree-lined streets and proximity to École Secondaire lesnova.

Rue Pratte listings

Rue Pratte sits near the town centre with walkable access to Saint-Hyacinthe’s downtown core. Listings in this corridor tend toward mid-century homes on larger lots — appealing to buyers who want land without theMontérégie rural commute. Street-specific searches on RE/MAX and Centris will surface current Rue Pratte options; DuProprio also carries direct-sale properties on and near the street.

Unifamiliale options

Unifamiliale — Quebec’s term for single-family detached homes — represents the dominant listing type in St-Hyacinthe. The 14625 Rue des Oliviers example at 649,000 CAD illustrates the segment, though buyers will also find older unifamiliales priced from the $339,000 range on RE/MAX for properties requiring some renovation. Bungalow options (single-storey, no stairs) attract aging-in-place buyers and first-timers seeking accessibility.

Nearby areas like Beloeil

Beloeil sits about 25 minutes east of Saint-Hyacinthe along Highway 20 and shares the Montérégie housing market ecosystem. Beloeil listings tend to price slightly higher due to closer Montreal proximity and the Mont Saint-Bruno ski station effect, but cross-market searches between Beloeil and St-Hyacinthe help buyers calibrate whether the $30–50 minute drive difference justifies the price gap. CourtiConnect notes that spillover demand from Montreal buyers seeking affordability sustains both markets simultaneously.

Upsides

  • Montreal buyers driving 4–6% price growth in 2026–2027
  • REALTOR.ca offers 165 listings — broad selection across all platforms
  • Douville and Douville listings provide established neighbourhood choices
  • DuProprio saves sellers 2.5–3% commission, leaving room for negotiation

Downsides

  • Quebec-wide resale activity forecast to decline 2% in 2026 — softer buyer pool
  • RE/MAX and Centris both require agent commission, adding 5–6% to seller costs
  • Airbnb market has only 34 active listings — low short-term rental liquidity
  • Active listings 15% above five-year average means more competition for buyers

How platforms compare: DuProprio vs. RE/MAX and Centris

Two distinct paths exist for buying a house in Saint-Hyacinthe: the commission-assisted route through RE/MAX or Centris with professional agent representation, or the direct-sale route through DuProprio with no agent fees but more buyer responsibility. The platforms differ not just in price model but in inventory breadth — RE/MAX and Centris draw from the full MLS, while DuProprio relies on individual sellers who choose to list without a broker.

The upshot

Quebec’s housing market is defying the national trend — single-family prices are forecast to rise +6% province-wide in 2026 while RE/MAX Canada predicts a 3.7% average price decrease nationally. For buyers, this means St-Hyacinthe’s appreciation isn’t guaranteed softness; it’s an active regional market with Montreal spillover demand sustaining prices.

The Quebec real estate market is not tipping into a sharp slowdown. Rather, it is entering a transition phase, with activity normalizing after reaching historical peaks.

— Charles Brant, QPAREB Market Analysis Director (APCIQ-QPAREB)

APCIQ analysts forecast moderate price growth of 4 to 6% in 2026–2027 for Saint-Hyacinthe.

— CourtiConnect market analysis (CourtiConnect)

2026 market forecast: What Saint-Hyacinthe buyers need to know

The Quebec Professional Real Estate Corporation (QPAREB) released its 2026 forecast on January 27, 2026, projecting provincial resale activity to decline 2% to 95,700 transactions — yet single-family prices are still expected to climb 6% due to seller-favoured market conditions from low inventory. APCIQ-QPAREB notes that Quebec’s market contrasts sharply with national trends, where low inventory drives price pressure upward despite softer activity in Ontario and BC.

For Saint-Hyacinthe specifically, CourtiConnect analysts pin the local forecast at 4–6% moderate price growth through 2026–2027, citing sustained demand from Montreal buyers seeking affordability. The Saint-Hyacinthe—Bagot—Acton federal riding reported home sales 8.4% above the five-year average as of 2025, with active listings 15% above the five-year average — indicating an active but balanced market, CREA Housing Market Update shows.

The implication: buyers who delay entering the St-Hyacinthe market in 2026 may face higher prices by 2027 as Montreal’s spillover demand continues and new CMHC rate guidance shapes the second-half outlook.

Buying process: Documents and steps for Quebec real estate

Purchasing a house in Quebec follows a somewhat different process than other provinces, largely due to the notarial tradition — a notary (notaire) handles all title searches, deed preparation, and land registration, and both buyer and seller must use separate notaries to avoid conflicts of interest.

Key steps for first-time buyers

  • Secure a mortgage pre-approval from a Quebec lender — banks, credit unions, and mortgage brokers all operate in the province
  • Engage a buyer agent (RE/MAX, Sutton, Via Capitale) to access full MLS listings and negotiate on your behalf
  • Schedule property visits through Centris or directly via listing agent — 3D tours available on DuProprio listings
  • Submit a promissory solid offer (offre d’achat) with your agent through the listing brokerage
  • Conduct a home inspection by a licensed Quebec inspector — required for financed purchases
  • Retain a notary (notaire) to conduct title search, draft the deed, and register the transaction
  • Close and take possession, typically 30–60 days after accepted offer

Documents typically required

  • Government-issued photo ID and two pieces of secondary ID
  • Mortgage pre-approval letter from your lender
  • Proof of home insurance (mandatory at closing)
  • Bank details for down payment transfer — Canadian funds, wired through your financial institution
  • Proof of deposit held in trust by the brokerage upon accepted offer
  • For financed purchases: confirmation of mortgage financing from your lender
Why this matters

Quebec’s mandatory notary system adds a layer of legal protection that some other provinces lack — but it also means buyers should budget $1,200–$2,000 in notary fees on top of their down payment and closing costs. First-time buyers should factor this into their total cash requirement, which typically runs 5–10% of purchase price in addition to the mortgage.

Related reading: Oakville Homes for Sale – Latest MLS Listings and Market Guide · Oakville Homes for Sale – 2025 Prices Trends Inventory

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Frequently asked questions

How do I search for houses for sale in St Hyacinthe?

Start with REALTOR.ca for a broad MLS overview, then cross-reference Centris.ca for more detailed listing information including visit scheduling. If you’re interested in commission-free sales, search DuProprio directly. Street-level searches on Rue Pratte, Rue Girouard, or Douville can be filtered on both RE/MAX and Centris platforms.

What is the range of house prices in St Hyacinthe?

Current listings span roughly $339,000 for older bungalows requiring renovation up to $719,000+ for larger renovated homes in Douville. Townhouses on DuProprio range from $545,000 to $629,000. The 2026 price forecast calls for 4–6% growth in Saint-Hyacinthe specifically, with province-wide single-family prices rising 6%.

Are there new construction houses available in Saint-Hyacinthe?

Yes — “Nouvelle maison” searches on DuProprio and Centris surface newer builds, including properties at avenue du Frère-André and rue des Sorbiers in the $495,000–$509,000 range. Townhouse options like 6245 avenue des Cèdres at $545,000 also represent newer inventory. New builds tend to offer modern insulation standards and open layouts, though they trade older-character charm for contemporary features.

What neighbourhoods in St Hyacinthe have active listings?

Key neighbourhoods include Douville (higher-end, tree-lined streets, 245 avenue Dufault at $719,000), the Laframboise district (Boul. Laframboise bungalows), and central Rue Pratte (mid-century homes on larger lots). Via Capitale shows 15 properties including houses and condos across these areas. Centris features addresses on Avenue Cordeau, Avenue Bourdages, and Rue des Oliviers.

How does buying via DuProprio work in St Hyacinthe?

DuProprio connects buyers directly with sellers without broker involvement. Buyers handle their own due diligence, negotiate directly, and must arrange a home inspection independently. DuProprio provides 3D virtual tours, open house scheduling, and seller support resources — but buyers don’t get professional representation. On a $500,000 purchase, the commission saving (~$12,500–$15,000) is real, but so is the loss of agent negotiation support.

What documents are needed to buy a house in Quebec?

Quebec buyers need government-issued ID, mortgage pre-approval, proof of home insurance at closing, and proof of down payment funds held in Canadian dollars. Your notary (notaire) handles title search and deed registration — budget $1,200–$2,000 for notary fees. Both buyer and seller must retain separate notaries to avoid conflict of interest.

For Montreal-area buyers watching island prices climb past $800,000, the choice is increasingly concrete: wait and pay more in 2027, or lock in a St-Hyacinthe listing now. DuProprio’s commission-free model and Centris’s MLS breadth give buyers two distinct advantage paths — but with active listings already 15% above the five-year average, the window where supply exceeds typical demand won’t stay open forever.