Montreal and Trois-Rivieres are both governed by Quebec’s TAL, but their rental markets sit worlds apart. In 2026, a one-bedroom in Montreal averages $1,636/month versus roughly $1,149/month in Trois-Rivieres. This liv.rent guide breaks down rent, groceries, salary differences, tenant rights, and what the TAL’s new 3.1% guideline actually means for renters in both cities.