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Pierrefonds, Canada

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,600
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
75.0
Healthcare
11 facilities

Pierrefonds is a quiet suburb with riverfront access, but you're still part of Montreal's sprawl. The Rivière des Prairies gives some breathing room, though winters here hit hard—this isn't tropical retirement. Expect typical Canadian bureaucracy if dealing with permits or healthcare enrollment.

For FIRE types, the draw is lower costs than downtown Montreal while keeping city amenities within reach. But don't mistake it for walkable urban living. You'll need a car for groceries or commuting, and the 2000s municipal mergers mean some services still operate on outdated systems.

Can I afford Pierrefonds?

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Pierrefonds

You could save

400/mo

Savings Rate13%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,450
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,150

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
13/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Canada Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
75
Safety
11
Healthcare
100
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) *$4
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) *$26
Cappuccino *$3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$124
Mobile Plan (mo) *$21
Gym (mo) *$35
Cinema Ticket *$10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $870
1BR Outside (mo) *$689
3BR Center (mo) $1,560
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,078

* Estimated based on regional averages.

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Expat Community
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pierrefonds

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Pierrefonds has a population of approximately 59,093 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,625 per month in Pierrefonds, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1450/month.

The nearest airport to Pierrefonds is YUL, approximately 11km away.

Pierrefonds is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 75.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

FIRE households who want Montreal access without downtown prices. Not ideal for nomads—this is a settle-down suburb with long-term homeowner vibes.

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