11 Cheapest Places in Canada to Buy a Home

10) Saguenay

Saguenay is about two and half hours north of Quebec City and the average home price is $173,056. Residents primarily speak French. Aluminum, the boreal forest, genomics and biomedical science are the big industries propping up the economy. Surrounded by nature, it is a haven for outdoor wilderness enthusiasts. Located in the region, Parc national de la Pointe,Taillon has beaches on Lac Saint-Jean, Parc national des Monts-Valin offers panoramic views. Vallée des Fantômes is home to a ghostly forest. Residents and visitors can sail on the lake and fjord, or head to the marine park for an underwater education. Snowmobiling and dog sledding are also popular activities. The city has three boroughs: Chicoutimi, the center, Jonquiere, on the river, and La Baie, set slightly farther away from the urban center.