Justin Trudeau's Lavish Post-PM Life Unveiled with $3.1 Million Montreal Mansion
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is embracing his new chapter after leaving office, sharing it with pop superstar girlfriend Katy Perry and a multi-million dollar mansion that matches their high-profile status. The Daily Mail has exclusively revealed that the 54-year-old ex-PM has acquired a historic stone property in Montreal's prestigious Outremont district, proudly showcasing it to the singer this week.
Luxury Property Details and Neighborhood Sightings
Trudeau finalized the purchase of the nearly century-old, 4,965-square-foot mansion in mid-January for $4.26 million CAD, with public records confirming the deal closed on Monday. Originally listed at $4.5 million by luxury real estate broker Joseph Montanaro, the property sits on a sprawling 13,672-square-foot lot in the shadow of Mount Royal.
The couple were spotted enjoying lunch at Leméac, a French bistro less than a mile from the new estate. An eyewitness, Lea Streliski, documented the encounter on Instagram, noting that Trudeau declined photo requests to protect their privacy, though Perry graciously signed an autograph for Streliski's 11-year-old daughter.
Architectural Features and Renovation Plans
The magnificent stone mansion, constructed in 1931, boasts seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, a dedicated office space, and its own ballroom for entertainment purposes. Protected by a metal fence and surrounded by mature trees and shrubs, the property features dual street access with a north-side driveway and gated pathway, plus a south-side two-car garage and stone entrance steps.
Recent activity suggests renovations are underway, with a large dumpster visible in the driveway and an employee from general contractor Modulor spotted on site. The property's previous owner was Nicolas Ruggieri, head of the real estate division at his family's Batipart Invest, who purchased the home in 2023 for $5,425,000 from Marc DeSerres of the arts and crafts retail chain.
Financial Arrangements and Post-PM Career
Documents obtained by the Daily Mail reveal Trudeau secured a mortgage from the Bank of Montreal for the purchase, with annual property taxes estimated at approximately $38,000. After stepping down as prime minister in March 2025 following a decade in office, Trudeau earned $406,200 in his final year of service and will receive an annual pension of $141,000 beginning next year.
The former leader is currently commanding six-figure speaking fees through The Harry Walker Agency in New York City, having recently addressed audiences at the World Economic Forum in Davos and the World Knowledge Forum in Seoul.
Relationship Timeline and Montreal Connections
Trudeau and Perry first sparked romance rumors last July with a dinner at Montreal's Le Violon restaurant, followed by appearances at her Ottawa concert. Their relationship became official in October with a public debut in Japan, and they've since shared global adventures on social media.
Montreal represents a natural homecoming for Trudeau, who represented the Papineau riding during his parliamentary career. The city holds deep family significance, with the airport named after his father, former PM Pierre Trudeau, and his younger brother Alexandre living nearby in the iconic Cormier House.
Previous Residences and Family Background
Trudeau's new acquisition follows a series of Montreal properties, including a $1.2 million Outremont home purchased after his 2005 marriage to Sophie Grégoire, later sold when he became Liberal Party leader. During his premiership, the family resided at Rideau Cottage on the Governor General's grounds, unable to occupy the official 24 Sussex residence due to necessary repairs.
Since announcing their separation in August 2023 after 18 years of marriage, Trudeau has been leasing a two-story house in Ottawa's Rockcliffe Park neighborhood. Mortgage documents indicate divorce proceedings are ongoing, with the former couple sharing three children: Xavier, 18, Ella-Grace, 17, and Hadrien, 11.
Notably, Trudeau's new Montreal mansion sits just a 15-minute drive from a Canadian Tire store, aligning with his confessed weekend habit of browsing the retailer incognito—a domestic convenience for his post-political domestic life.
