South Stormont, Ontario: Homes and Land by the St. Lawrence

South Stormont includes villages and farmland along Highway 2 and the Seaway, with the St. Lawrence River and the Long Sault area as its recreational focus. Cornwall supplies hospitals and shopping, and both Montreal and Ottawa are within a manageable drive, which attracts commuters and retirees who want lower prices than either city. Winters are cold; check heating costs for older properties.

A non-Canadian should first ask whether the purchase is legal at all. A federal prohibition on foreign buyers of residential property is in force until 1 January 2027, and what follows is unclear. Ontario separately charges a 25% levy on foreign nationals, which would add roughly a quarter to the price. Work permit holders, students and permanent residents may be treated differently, so get written advice from an Ontario lawyer before a deposit changes hands. If you qualify, see the Canada buying guide and the Canada financing overview.

The cities below are far from South Stormont and serve as price comparisons rather than neighbours: Toronto, Calgary and Edmonton. See the Canada overview for Ontario towns closer to the Quebec border.