Airbnb comparison · Sainte-Adèle vs Saint-Sauveur
Sainte-Adèle vs Saint-Sauveur — where to invest in Airbnb in the Laurentides?
Short answer — Saint-Sauveur posts a high ADR ($365/night, 68% occupancy) but a tightened by-law since 2022: tourism residence is largely restricted in residential zones. Sainte-Adèle offers regulatory certainty (1314-2010-Z) and Project Heritage lots from $119,000 — 12.9% reference cash-on-cash.
| Metric | Sainte-Adèle | Saint-Sauveur |
|---|---|---|
| Airbnb regulations | Permitted by by-law | Largely restricted |
| Project Heritage lots | Yes — 70+ lots | Verify lot by lot |
| ADR (average nightly rate) | $340/night | $365/night |
| Occupancy rate | 65% | 68% |
| Annual gross revenue | $80,665 | $90,593 |
| Cash-on-cash return | 12.9% | 13.9% |
| Land from | $119,000 | $175,000 |
Indicative comparison — Heritage reference scenario (land + build, 25% / 5.5% / 25-year financing). Past returns do not guarantee future returns. Verify municipal regulations before any purchase.
Airbnb regulations — Sainte-Adèle
In Sainte-Adèle, tourism residence (Airbnb / Vrbo) is expressly authorized by zoning by-law 1314-2010-Z in zones named on pages 250, 411 and 429 — no derogation, no individual application, no minimum-stay condition beyond what the rental contract sets. Project Heritage sits in one of these zones.
Airbnb regulations — Saint-Sauveur
In Saint-Sauveur, tourism residence is largely restricted in residential zones. The city has tightened its by-law several times to limit conversion of homes to Airbnbs. The use remains permitted in certain commercial and recreational-tourism zones. Verify the lot zone before any purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Sainte-Adèle or Saint-Sauveur for an Airbnb — which to choose?
Saint-Sauveur posts a high ADR ($365/night, 68% occupancy) but a tightened by-law since 2022: tourism residence is largely restricted in residential zones. Sainte-Adèle offers regulatory certainty (1314-2010-Z) and Project Heritage lots from $119,000 — 12.9% reference cash-on-cash.
Where are Airbnb rules clearest — Sainte-Adèle or Saint-Sauveur?
Sainte-Adèle: Permitted by by-law. Saint-Sauveur: Largely restricted. Only Sainte-Adèle writes tourism-residence use directly into the municipal zoning by-law (1314-2010-Z, pages 250, 411, 429) for Project Heritage lots.
What is the Heritage reference cash-on-cash for Sainte-Adèle vs Saint-Sauveur?
Heritage scenario (land + build, 25% down, 5.5%, 25 years, 2024/2026 data): Sainte-Adèle 12.9%, Saint-Sauveur 13.9%. Annual gross revenue: $80,665 vs $90,593. Assumptions editable in the ROI calculator.
Are there certified Airbnb-permitted lots in Saint-Sauveur?
No certified development equivalent to Project Heritage in Saint-Sauveur. Every lot requires lot-by-lot zoning verification. For land where the use is written into the by-law with no gray area, see Sainte-Adèle (Project Heritage).
Where do the ADR and occupancy figures come from?
AirDNA median for 2–4 bedroom chalets (2024/2026), calibrated per municipality and cross-checked with Heritage operating data. Last updated: 2026-05-22.
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