Quebec mortgage hub — 2026-05-26

Quebec Mortgage Rates 2026: Rates, Land Transfer Tax & Stress Test

5-year fixed broker floor: 4.04% · Variable broker floor: 3.60% · Qualifying income for median Quebec home (~$400K): approximately $104,825/yr.

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Current Quebec benchmark mortgage rates

Canadian mortgage rates are set nationally — the benchmark is the same in Quebec as across Canada. The table below shows current estimated benchmark rates for all terms, based on Bank of Canada data. Rates assume excellent credit (750+ score) and represent the best available pricing tier.

Quebec benchmark mortgage rates — all terms, excellent credit

TermFixed broker floorFixed bank avgVariable broker floor
1-Year4.54%4.79%3.60%
2-Year4.34%4.59%3.60%
3-Year4.19%4.44%3.60%
4-Year4.09%4.34%3.60%
5-Year4.04%4.29%3.60%
7-Year4.24%4.49%3.60%
10-Year4.49%4.74%3.60%

Quebec: land transfer tax

Quebec charges droits de mutation (Welcome Tax) on all real estate transfers, collected by the municipality.

Brackets are adjusted annually. Montreal applies an additional surtax on properties over $500,000. No first-time buyer exemption exists provincially.

Quebec land transfer tax brackets

Value thresholdTax rate / fee
Up to $53,2000.5%
Up to $266,2001.0%
Up to $532,3001.5%
Above prior bracket2.0%

Stress test: qualifying for a Quebec home

For the Quebec median purchase price of approximately $400,000 with 10% down ($40,000):

Mortgage amount: $360,000 · Stress test qualifying rate: 6.04% · Monthly P&I at qualifying rate: $2,312/month · Annual PITH: ~$33,544 · Required gross income (32% GDS): approximately $104,825/year.

Quebec borrowers qualify at the federal stress test rate. Quebec mortgages require notarization, adding to closing costs. Desjardins and National Bank are dominant lenders in this province.

Quebec: regulatory environment

Mortgage brokers and lenders in Quebec are regulated by the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF). Borrowers in Quebec can access the full range of federally regulated banks, provincially regulated credit unions, and monoline lenders through the broker channel.

Major cities in Quebec: Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Gatineau.

CMHC mortgage insurance applies in Quebec for eligible purchases under $1,500,000 with less than 20% down (as of December 2024).

Browse Quebec mortgage rates by scenario

Select your term, rate type, credit tier, and intent to see a detailed rate page for your exact borrower scenario in Quebec.

Quebec renewal shock: 2021–2023 mortgages renewing now

Many Quebec borrowers are renewing mortgages locked in at historically low rates between 2019 and 2023. If you locked in during this period, your renewal represents a significant payment change.

Select your original term and year to see your specific renewal shock analysis:

Frequently asked questions

What is the current mortgage rate in Quebec?

The current 5-year fixed mortgage broker floor in Quebec is approximately 4.04% and the bank average is 4.29%. Variable rate broker floor is approximately 3.60%. These are national benchmark rates that apply equally in all provinces.

What is the land transfer tax in Quebec?

Quebec charges droits de mutation (Welcome Tax) on all real estate transfers, collected by the municipality. Brackets are adjusted annually. Montreal applies an additional surtax on properties over $500,000. No first-time buyer exemption exists provincially.

What income do I need to buy a home in Quebec in 2026?

For a Quebec median home price of approximately $400,000 with 10% down, you need approximately $104,825 in gross annual income under the 2026 stress test at 6.04%. This is an estimate — your lender calculates your exact qualifying income.

Are there first-time buyer programs in Quebec?

Quebec does not offer a provincial LTT rebate for first-time buyers. The federal First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is available to eligible first-time buyers nationally.

Who regulates mortgage brokers in Quebec?

Mortgage brokers in Quebec are regulated by the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF).