While single-family sales drop and condos pile up on the market, one category is doing the exact opposite. Plex in the Outaouais.
In March 2026, plex in Gatineau sell in an average of 23 days — versus 65 days in March 2025 — a 42-day compression in one year, according to the Outaouais Real Estate Board.Source: Outaouais Real Estate Board
Why are plex selling so fast?
Overall inventory rose 29% in the Outaouais. Investor and owner-occupant demand exceeds supply in this category. Good listings don't last long on the market.
What the $585,500 median price means
A 4-unit at $585,500 needs to generate roughly $5,850 to $6,000 in gross monthly income to hit a ratio of about 1% — the baseline in the Outaouais. That's why pre-offer analysis is non-negotiable.
The rest of the market
Single-family sales -9%, condos -32%, inventory rising. More choice for buyers, more pressure on price positioning.
What I'm seeing on the ground
Plex don't last. Two offers, sometimes three on the same property. The single-family slowdown comes from sellers, not buyers — inventory has exploded. For condos: supply is piling up, and the first week on market is decisive.
FAQ
Is now a good time to buy a plex in Gatineau in 2026?
23-day average in March 2026. If your financing is ready and your analysis holds up, waiting doesn't work in your favor.
How do I evaluate profitability?
Divide gross monthly income by purchase price. Target ratio: 1%. Reported income isn't always market income — that gap is what I analyze before every offer.
What price should I pay?
Median is $585,500 in March 2026. The right price depends on the area and actual rents.
Plex under $500,000 possible?
Yes — in [Buckingham](/en/buckingham), [Masson-Angers](/en/masson-angers) and [Gatineau centre](/en/gatineau) — with area analysis before any offer. --- **Looking at a plex in the Outaouais — or thinking of selling yours?** I analyze real income, ratio and market value. [Request a plex analysis](/en/plex-analysis) or [contact me](/en/contact) — I respond within 24h, no commitment. --- *Yanis Gauthier-Sigeris, RE/MAX broker in the Outaouais for 9 years, specialized in plex and investment in [Gatineau](/en/gatineau), [Hull](/en/hull) and [Aylmer](/en/aylmer). Over 300 transactions.*