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Orford is a township municipality of 5,007 residents (2021 census) in the MRC de Memphr\u00e9magog, in the Eastern Townships (Estrie), next to Magog and dominated by Mount Orford and its national park.<\/strong> A little over an hour and a half from Montreal via Highway 10 and about 30 minutes from Sherbrooke, it is made for outdoor enthusiasts, active families and cottagers.<\/p>\n

Living in Orford<\/h2>\n

The territory is organized around chemin du Parc and the Cherry River area, home to hotels, restaurants and shops, with residential areas scattered among forests, lakes and hillsides. A good share of properties are second homes. For the hospital with an emergency department, the CLSC (local community health centre) and schools, Magog is less than 10 minutes away.<\/p>\n

Outdoors and nature in Orford<\/h2>\n

Parc national du Mont-Orford, managed by S\u00e9paq, is the heart of the territory: beaches and campgrounds on Lac Stukely and Lac Fraser, the Mont Chauve loop, the Sentier des Cr\u00eates, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking. The Mont-Orford ski resort sits right in the park, and two golf courses, Mont-Orford and Manoir des Sables, complete the offer. For a change of slopes, Mount Owl’s Head, in Potton, is less than an hour’s drive away.<\/p>\n

Culture and local flavours<\/h2>\n

Founded in 1951, Orford Musique celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2026. Its academy trains the next generation, and from June to August its festival presents major classical and jazz concerts at Salle Gilles-Lefebvre, plus some forty free concerts, including the Vendredis musicaux at Parc de la Rivi\u00e8re-aux-Cerises. Vignoble d’Orford, Herbes Orford and Ferme Marilau are among the township’s producers, and restaurants such as Mifigue and Deux Tomates round out the scene.<\/p>\n

Real estate in Orford<\/h2>\n

Orford offers condos and vacation homes near the ski resort and golf courses, cottages in the forest, contemporary homes on the hillsides and properties near the lakes. The township appeals to cottagers, active retirees and families who want nature close to Magog’s services. What drives a property’s value: views of Mount Orford, proximity to the national park and quick access to Highway 10.<\/p>\n

Thinking of selling?<\/b> Median price, time to sell and how we sell: Selling in Orford<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Frequently asked questions about Orford<\/h2>\n

Are Orford and Magog the same town?<\/h3>\n

No. Orford is a separate township municipality, next to Magog, in the MRC de Memphr\u00e9magog. The two do share events, however, such as the F\u00eate des vendanges Magog-Orford.<\/p>\n

How far is Orford from Montreal?<\/h3>\n

Orford is about 125 km from downtown Montreal, a little over an hour and a half via Highway 10. Sherbrooke is about 30 minutes away.<\/p>\n

What is there to do in Orford?<\/h3>\n

In Orford, you can enjoy Parc national du Mont-Orford, the Mont-Orford ski resort, two golf courses and the Orford Musique festival every summer.<\/p>\n

What types of properties are there in Orford?<\/h3>\n

Orford mainly offers condos and vacation homes near the ski resort, cottages in the forest and hillside homes with mountain views.<\/p>\n

Is Mount Orford calling you? Discover our properties for sale<\/a>, get a free estimate of your property<\/a> or discuss your plans with a broker at BEAU, the real estate team<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Properties and projects in Orford<\/h2>\n

See the properties we have for sale in Orford, and get new listings in the area as soon as they come up.<\/p>\n

Properties for sale in Orford<\/span><\/a>Get new listings by email<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Area project:<\/strong> Quartier du Marais<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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