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A newly constructed apartment building in downtown Montreal became the subject of one of the city's notable multifamily real estate transactions when Alba changed ownership for $107 million. Alba, located at 170 René-Lévesque Blvd. E., is a 248-unit, 20-storey residential property. InterRent Real Estate Investment Trust and Crestpoint Real Estate Investments acquired the building from Mondev and Hillpark Capital. The transaction is notable not only because of its value, but also because of the institutional profile of the purchasers. For Hillpark Capital and Brandon Shiller, the sale provides

What makes a property well managed? The answer is not simply a clean building or a quick response to a maintenance request. Effective property management in Montreal requires a combination of operational discipline, tenant communication, maintenance, market awareness and long-term asset planning. Every building is different. Its age, construction, location, tenants, physical condition and surrounding neighbourhood all influence how it should be managed. Residential tenants are concerned with safety, maintenance, cleanliness, communication and comfort. Commercial tenants may focus on accessibi

To understand why 69 Yonge Street matters, it helps to understand the ambitions behind it. The building was constructed between 1911 and 1913 as the corporate headquarters of the Canadian Pacific Railway — at the time, one of the most powerful corporate entities in the country. The railway was enjoying its most prosperous era under the leadership of Sir Thomas Shaughnessy, and it wanted a headquarters that reflected that stature: a building that consolidated the company's various Toronto offices under a single, imposing roof. The commission went to Darling and Pearson, the architectural firm

Brandon Shiller explores how successful investors identify opportunities in overlooked, underutilized, or misunderstood assets. Topics include adaptive reuse, redevelopment, operational improvements, and the entrepreneurial mindset required to create value in evolving markets. Brandon Shiller explains why combining residential, retail, office, and community uses creates more resilient assets and vibrant neighborhoods. The article explores urban densification, walkability, sustainability. More often, it is about consistently making thoughtful decisions, maintaining a long-term perspective, and

Montreal remains one of Canada's most attractive real estate markets due to its strong economic foundation and relatively diverse housing stock. The city offers opportunities across multiple sectors, including residential rentals, commercial properties, retail developments, and mixed-use projects. Investors operating in Montreal face both opportunities and challenges. Population growth, changing consumer preferences, and evolving urban planning policies continue to influence market conditions. Successful real estate projects often require a long-term perspective that balances investment objec