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Griffintown REM Stations 2026

by Natalia Belyaev

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I love Griffintown for its unique location and proximity to Downtown, but those major changes to come make me love it even more!

Picture this. You're walking down William Street on a weekday evening. There's a fenced-off construction zone ahead. A neighbour tells you a new REM station is coming right there. You start wondering if now's the time to buy in Griffintown, or if you should wait.
Griffintown is getting two new REM stations, Griffintown-Bernard-Landry and Bridge-Bonaventure. Construction could start in 2028, with an opening targeted for 2030. Meanwhile, condo inventory in Montreal has jumped 20 percent in a year, giving buyers more choice than they've had in a long time. Natalia Belyaev, residential real estate broker at RE/MAX Action Montreal, helps buyers make the most of this window before the market shifts. Call 514-947-8863.
What are the two new REM stations planned for Griffintown?
CDPQ Infra announced in June 2026 that it's launching the planning phase for two stations. The first, Griffintown-Bernard-Landry, will sit between Ottawa and William streets, built into the rail overpass that leads into Central Station. Its entrance will be on Dalhousie Street. The second, Bridge-Bonaventure, will serve the Wellington Basin sector, south of the Lachine Canal. Its exact location hasn't been confirmed yet. Both stations will be built together, since that's simpler and cheaper than building them one at a time.
Which Griffintown buildings will benefit most? Peel, William, Wellington, or Ottawa?
This is where it gets interesting for you. Buildings on William and Ottawa, close to Dalhousie, will be a short walk from the future Griffintown-Bernard-Landry station. LOWNEY 8 on William Street is a good example. Buildings near the Wellington Basin, south of the canal, stand to benefit from the future Bridge-Bonaventure station once its exact spot is locked in. Peel Street is already well served by the existing Bonaventure metro station. So a condo on Peel gains less from the REM, simply because it already has good transit access.
Is living right next to a station a plus or a problem?
It's both. Being two or three minutes from a station raises long-term value. But living right beside the construction zone between 2028 and 2030 usually means noise and dust for months at a time. The sweet spot is often a building five to ten minutes away. You still get easy access, without living through the construction.
Is 2026 a good time to buy a condo in Griffintown?
The market is giving you a real window right now. There's more choice than there was a year ago. Buyers have more room to negotiate. That window won't stay open forever, though. Once REM construction starts, interest in the area is likely to climb back up.
By the Numbers
19,790 active listings across Greater Montreal in July 2026, up 17 percent from a year earlier
+20% increase in condo listings year over year across Greater Montreal
$431,500 median condo price in Montreal in July 2026, up 1.5 percent from last year
-17% drop in condo sales in July, down to 1,142 transactions
55 days average time to sell a condo, up from 46 days last year
2028 the year construction on both new Griffintown REM stations could begin
The Bottom Line
Griffintown is in a rare moment. There's more inventory, which means more room for you to negotiate as a buyer. The REM is coming, but not tomorrow. Use today's market while it works in your favour. Pick a building close to a future station, not right on top of it.
FAQ
Q: Is it a good time to buy a condo in Griffintown?
A: Yes, for now. There's more choice than last year, and sellers are more open to negotiating. That could change once REM construction gets underway.
 
Q: Which streets will be closest to the new stations?
A: William, Ottawa, and Dalhousie for the Griffintown-Bernard-Landry station. The Wellington Basin sector for the Bridge-Bonaventure station, once its exact location is confirmed.
 
Q: Will construction disrupt people who already live there?
A: Probably, for buildings right next to the construction zone. Expect noise between 2028 and 2030 if you buy close to the planned site.
 
Q: Should I wait until the station is finished before buying?
A: Not necessarily. Waiting often means paying more once the project moves forward. Buying now, while inventory is high, can get you a better price.
 
Q: Is the Bridge-Bonaventure station a sure thing?
A: The project is confirmed and has been in the planning phase since June 2026. The exact location hasn't been announced yet, though, so keep that in mind if you're buying in that specific area.