Moving to Laval? Here’s How to Find a Great Apartment For Rent Without Wasting Weeks

If you’re searching for an apartment to rent in Laval, you already know the hard part is not “finding listings”. It’s choosing a place that actually fits your life, your budget, and your commute, without wasting weeks going back and forth.

This guide gives you a simple, real-world checklist to compare rentals in Laval, understand the key lease rules in Quebec, and book a visit quickly.

Tip: Many people also search in French. If that’s you, try “logement à louer Laval”, “appartement 3½ Laval”, or “4½ à louer Laval” too.

1) Apartments for rent in Laval: Start with your non-negotiables

Before you book visits, lock in these 5 things:

• Budget range (rent + heating/electricity + parking, if needed)

• Unit size (studio, 2½, 3½, 4½, 5½)

• Move-in date

• Commute target (work, school, family)

• Must-haves (laundry, balcony, elevator, storage, parking, pet-friendly)

  
  

This helps you avoid visiting “nice apartments” that do not actually work for your day-to-day.

2) Choose the Laval area that matches your lifestyle

Laval is big, so the best “deal” depends on where you need to be.

A simple way to decide is by transit access.

• Laval connects to Montréal’s metro via three stations on the orange line: Montmorency, Cartier, and De la Concorde.

• Laval is also served by the local bus network run by Société de transport de Laval.

  
  

If you want to prioritize daily convenience, filter appartments for rent in Laval by:

• distance to a metro station

• quick access to major highways

• proximity to groceries, pharmacies, and services

  
  

3) What to look for during a visit (quick apartment checklist)

When you visit an apartment, take 3 minutes to check these basics. It saves you headaches later.

Inside the unit

• Water pressure (kitchen + bath)

• Windows (drafts, seals, noise)

• Storage space (closets actually matter)

• Signs of humidity (bathroom corners, under sinks)

  
  

In the building

• Cleanliness of common areas

• Mailbox area and entrances

• Noise level in hallways

• How maintenance requests are handled

  
  

Practical details to confirm

• What is included in rent (water, heating, appliances)

• Parking options

• Laundry setup

• Move-in process and timelines

  
  

4) Important Quebec lease rules tenants should know

This part matters because it protects you and keeps everything transparent.

Security deposits are not allowed

In Quebec, landlords cannot charge extra amounts like a “security deposit” or a “key deposit”.

Postdated cheques cannot be required

A landlord cannot require postdated cheques as a condition of renting.

Pets depend on the lease clause

Pets are allowed unless the lease includes a clause that forbids them.

Rent increases follow notice deadlines

Rent increases for renewal must follow legal notice timelines (often 3 to 6 months before the end of a lease, depending on the situation).

5) A simple “apply fast” document checklist

Good apartments move quickly. Have this ready so you can apply right after a visit:

• Photo ID

• Proof of income (recent pay stubs or employment letter)

• References (previous landlord if possible)

• Basic info for a credit check (if requested as part of screening)

  
  

If you’re a newcomer or self-employed, having a short explanation letter (1 paragraph) helps a lot.

How to book a visit with CGK Realties For Your Next Apartment in Laval

CGK Realties manages apartments across the Greater Montreal area, with listings in Laval and nearby cities.

A few examples currently shown on our site include buildings located at 1700 Boulevard Lévesque Est, 1750 Boulevard Lévesque Est and 22 - 24 - 26 - 28 - 30 - 32 Boulevard Saint-Elzéar plus additional options in other areas.

Next step :

• Visit the Residential page to see available units and starting prices

• Click Learn More on a building

• Use the Book a visit option where available

• If you have questions, use the Contact page (phone or email)

If you want to stop scrolling and start visiting, this checklist will help you narrow down the best apartments for rent in Laval and move faster with confidence.