The short answer
In Québec City, managers most often charge a percentage of rents collected. Québec firms publish ranges of about 4% to 11% depending on the type of building and the scope of service[1][2][3], plus leasing fees that often range from 50% to 100% of one month’s rent[1][2]. These fees are deductible from rental income[4].
Billing methods
| Item | Billing method | Published range |
|---|---|---|
| Ongoing management | Percentage of rents collected | About 4% to 7% at one firm[1]; 5% to 10% of gross income at another, 4% to 6% for multi-unit buildings[2]; 5% to 10% for residential at a third[3] |
| Leasing a unit | Percentage of one month’s rent | 50% to 100% of the first month[1][2] |
| House or condo | Monthly flat fee | $100 to $200 per month at one firm[2] |
| TAL file | Flat fee per file | $150 to $300 at one firm[2] |
| Work supervision | Percentage of the cost of work | 10% to 15% at one firm[2] |
These ranges are the ones firms publish on their websites; they vary by building, number of units and what is included. They are not a guaranteed price.
Rents collected or rents billed?
Check the basis of calculation. A percentage of rents collected costs nothing during a vacancy or a late payment; a percentage of rents billed is paid even when no money comes in. Several firms that charge a percentage do not charge anything on a vacant unit[2][3], but this is a firm practice: read the contract.
What should be included
- rent collection and follow-up on late payments;
- communications with tenants and intake of requests;
- coordination of routine maintenance and emergencies;
- lease renewals and notices sent on time;
- a monthly report of income, expenses and open requests;
- access to documents: leases, invoices, history.
What is often billed separately: leasing, TAL files, supervision of major work and file opening fees.
Comparing two quotes
- The basis of calculation: rents collected or billed?
- Fees during a vacancy.
- Contract term, notice period and termination conditions.
- How often you get reports, and what they contain.
- The account where rents are deposited: separate or in trust?
- Response time for emergencies, at night and on weekends.
- Additional fees and taxes on top.
A quote with a lower percentage can cost more in total once additional fees are added. Ask for a worked example on your building.
Deductible fees
Amounts paid to a person or a company to manage your property are deductible as management and administration fees from your rental income (form T776 federally)[4]. In Québec, rental income and expenses are reported on form TP-128[5].
The net cost of management is therefore lower than the percentage shown. Check your situation with your accountant.
The TAL’s 3.5% is not a market rate
The TAL uses a “management fees” percentage in its rent calculation parameters. It is a regulatory parameter, not a market rate: it says nothing about what a property manager costs.
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Frequently asked questions
What percentage is common in Québec City?
The ranges published by Québec firms go from about 4% to 11% of rents collected, depending on the building and the service.
Do you pay management fees during a vacancy?
Several firms that charge a percentage of rents collected charge nothing on a vacant unit. Check the basis of calculation in the contract.
Are management fees deductible?
Yes, as management and administration fees from rental income (T776 federally; TP-128 in Québec).
How much does it cost to lease a unit?
Firms most often publish 50% to 100% of the first month’s rent.
Sources
- [1]Combien coûte un gestionnaire immobilier? · Summum PM · accessed on 11 octobre 2026
- [2]Combien coûte une gestion immobilière au Québec? · Marcel Pinard Gestion immobilière · accessed on 11 octobre 2026
- [3]Tarifs de gestion immobilière · Location Ajax · accessed on 11 octobre 2026
- [4]Guide T4036, Rental Income · Canada Revenue Agency · accessed on 11 octobre 2026
- [5]TP-128, Income and expenses respecting the rental of immovable property · Revenu Québec · accessed on 11 octobre 2026
This article provides general information, up to date as of the date shown. The ranges cited are those published by firms; they are not an offer. It is not tax or financial advice.
