Greater South Shore of Montréal

Between City and Nature: A Contemporary Way of Life Just Minutes from Downtown

Set along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, Montréal’s South Shore offers a rare balance between urban energy and peaceful living. Directly connected to downtown via the REM and the Champlain, Victoria, and Jacques-Cartier bridges, it attracts both families seeking space and greenery and professionals drawn to a lifestyle that is fluid, accessible, and inspiring.

READ MORE

A Strategic and Diverse Region

 

From Saint-Lambert to Mont-Saint-Hilaire — through Brossard, Boucherville, Beloeil, and Chambly — the South Shore forms a mosaic of municipalities, each with its own strong identity blending nature, heritage, and modernity.

 

With its major highways (A-10, A-20, A-30) and sustainable transportation networks, the area has become a natural extension of Greater Montréal — a place where mobility, innovation, and quality of life converge.

 

The region is further distinguished by its expansive industrial parks, particularly in Longueuil and its boroughs, which anchor a vibrant manufacturing, logistics, and technology ecosystem. It also offers vast agricultural land as well as prime sites for commercial and industrial development — a rarity in an urban-adjacent setting and a strategic advantage for developers and investors.

 

A Real Estate Market on the Rise

 

Driven by a young and educated population, the South Shore is experiencing sustained growth, particularly around the transit-oriented development (TOD) hubs of Brossard, Sainte-Julie, and Candiac.

 

New generations are drawn to its complete living environment: outstanding schools, abundant green spaces, local shops, and a diverse housing offer — from modern condominiums to elegant family estates.

 

Cities such as Beloeil, Chambly, and Mont-Saint-Bruno stand out for their dynamic real estate markets, thriving community life, and continued preservation of their architectural heritage.

 

Nature, Culture, and Well-Being

 

Here, nature is part of everyday life.

 

From the trails of Mont-Saint-Bruno National Park to the orchards of Mont-Saint-Hilaire and Rougemont, from the banks of the Richelieu River to the lush islands of the Îles-de-Boucherville National Park, every landscape reflects the South Shore’s unique art of living — active, balanced, and grounded.

 

The historic districts of Saint-Lambert, Beloeil, and Chambly enchant residents with their heritage architecture, refined gastronomy, and vibrant cultural scene filled with galleries, theatres, public markets, and festivals.

 

For a moment of relaxation, Strøm Spa Mont-Saint-Hilaire and Forena Spa Saint-Bruno embody the perfect harmony between nature and well-being.

 

Innovation and Economic Vitality

 

The South Shore is also one of Greater Montréal’s foremost economic engines, defined by a powerful interplay of industrial zones, logistics centers, technology hubs, and development-ready commercial and industrial lands.

 

Longueuil / Saint-Hubert Aerospace Innovation Zone

 

Under the leadership of Mayor Catherine Fournier (2024), Saint-Hubert Airport is evolving into a major aerospace innovation zone, generating highly skilled jobs and strengthening the region’s technological footprint.

 

Boucherville–Brossard Economic Corridor

 

One of the South Shore’s most dynamic business areas, this corridor features a vast industrial park, multiple headquarters, and major commercial destinations such as Quartier DIX30.

 

Located near Highway 30, the automated distribution center of Robert Transport, inaugurated in 2023, ranks among the most advanced logistics complexes in North America — a showcase of technological innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainable development.

 

Varennes Industrial and Energy Hub

 

A leader in clean technologies and energy transformation, Varennes is home to:

 

the Energy Recovery Center (CVE)
the Varennes Carbon Recycle (VCR) plant, producing biofuels from non-recyclable waste
Together, these facilities position Varennes as a key player in Québec’s industrial and energy transition.

 

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville Economic Hub

 

Situated along Highway 30, Saint-Bruno hosts a growing ecosystem of technology firms, distribution centers, and specialized service providers. Its industrial and scientific park plays a central role in the economic vitality of the Montérégie while benefiting from its proximity to Boucherville and Varennes.

 

An Integrated and High-Performance Ecosystem

 

Collectively, these hubs form a deeply interconnected network where innovation, logistics, and industrial expertise support sustained regional growth and strengthen the South Shore’s appeal for businesses and investors alike.

 

A Refined Way of Life

 

The South Shore captivates with its authenticity and balance — an exceptional quality of life, inspiring landscapes, renowned educational institutions (Collège Trinité, Collège du Rocher, Collège Jean-de-la-Mennais), and uncompromising accessibility.

 

It is a place where modernity meets nature, where innovation grows from community roots, and where every neighborhood tells a story — one of a lifestyle that is sophisticated, sustainable, and deeply human.

 

The Profusion Vision

 

For Profusion Immobilier, the South Shore represents far more than a residential market: it is a land of opportunity where excellence, meaningful relationships, and local engagement converge to create lasting value.

 

The region is served by a seasoned team of residential and commercial real estate brokers, deeply rooted in the community and uniquely equipped to guide families, investors, businesses, and developers through acquisitions, sales, and large-scale development initiatives — residential, commercial, or industrial.

 

Whether selling a family home in Saint-Lambert, acquiring a heritage residence in Beloeil, investing in a contemporary project in Brossard, or developing a strategic industrial site in Longueuil, every transaction reflects a thoughtful, inspired vision — much like the South Shore itself: thriving, elegant, and forward-looking.

Learn more about the demographic profile

Click here

A look around the Greater South Shore of Montréal