Nuns' Island (Île-des-Sœurs) is part of the borough of Verdun, separated from the rest of Montreal by the Saint Lawrence River and connected to the mainland by the Champlain Bridge. That physical separation, combined with real proximity to downtown, gives the area a distinct residential feel: quieter than a central neighborhood, while still just minutes from Ville-Marie.
Boulevard Île-des-Sœurs concentrates most of the condo towers, several with direct river views, while the island's interior keeps more established single-family-home neighborhoods. A Réseau express métropolitain (REM) station has served the island since 2023, in addition to road access via the Champlain Bridge, which has reinforced the area's appeal for people who work downtown.
The area attracts a mix of buyers: young professionals and couples in condos near the REM, families in the homes further into the island, and a good share of buyers looking for exactly this city-meets-nature combination, with cycling paths and parks lining much of the island's perimeter.
For a condo buyer, fees and amenities vary a lot depending on the tower's age; newer buildings often offer a gym, pool, and shared spaces, which shows up in the monthly charges. For a house, inventory stays more limited than elsewhere on the island of Montreal, which keeps demand steady for that type of property.
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