Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 25th- July 2nd, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 312 (326, 350, 282, 355) *333
Sold:  257  (234, 245, 220, 186) *208
Sale To Listing Ratio: 83% (71%, 70%, 78%, 54%) *63%
Price Changes: 79 (117, 141, 89, 91)*167
Listings that went conditional/pending: 286 (290, 287, 302, 280)  *201
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 110 (51, 39, 48, 96) *192
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,941  (2,016, 2,068, 2,041, 2,095) +3,348
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (9, 10, 12, 14) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,015 (1,038, 1,074, 1,068, 1,120) *1,877
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $383,713 ($390k,$363k,$371k,$377k) *$334k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $382,558 ($392k,$363k,$372k,$377k) *$329k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (101%,100%,100%,100%%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($330k,$328k,$327k,$325k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$329,900 ($328k,$325k,$325k,$325k)*$299k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 56 (53, 38, 61, 11) *70

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  155 (160, 165, 161, 165) *242
Average Condo Listing Price:  $327,886 ($378k, $295k, $262k, $263k) *$308k
Average Condo Selling Price: $325,956 ($369k, $295k, $261k, $259k) *$301k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 100%, 99%, 98%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $279,450 ($280k, $274k,$275k, $274k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $273,000 ($275k, $273k, $275k, $273k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 53 (54, 17, 24, 36)*56

Active Vacant Lots: 662 (662, 676, 675, 675) *947

Market Rant
The Spring market like Summer settled in for another week inventory destruction, crushing listings all over HRM with multiple offers, quick sales, and continued buyer pressure. The overall inventory jumped down again this week in all tracked products, with single family homes seeing the most impact. The continued formula of mediocre new listing additions plus well above average sales numbers, coupled with the continued barrage of buyers putting property under agreement (as reflected in the conditional/pending stat), pushes the Halifax market deeper into  sellers favour again this week. One of the questions I get asked quite frequently, is when I think this market will start to soften. In short, I can't see this current market going anywhere anytime soon. Currently, we are seeing the local Spring market that should have happened earlier this year thriving now that restrictions have been lifted and people can get back to the new normal. Let's call this wave one. Currently, the military and other government relocation are finally, slowly, starting to happen, but non-essential relocations are still patiently standing by for the most part. There are the "must" movers who are wading through these complicated times, but many would be relocations had to put moves on hold until boarder restrictions start to loosen. Once that happens, those people will finally get a chance to make their move and inject yet another surge of activity into our market, wave 2. Since this phase won't be an overnight opening of all things, you can expect sustained pressure from this phase as pockets will make their move over time. Definitely something to keep an eye on, so stay tuned to the blog to stay up to date with our market here in Halifax! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

I’m Shaggy!! I’m a 3 year old, 37 lb pocket pit mix male with a compact body and lots of personality! I came from Texas last year, I thought I found my home but I was having trouble around new humans so I came back into the rescue and have been working hard so I'd like to try to find my home with someone who is ready to continue working with me! 

I love my people it just takes me a while to trust. I have extreme stranger danger because I’m scared. I wear a muzzle when meeting new people because I have biten before out of fear. You will also have to do classes with me to help us build our bond together and learn the best skills to help me in the future! 

I can bark when left home alone so I’d like a friend to be home with whether that’s my person or a fur sibling. I go to daycare and I play great with all the dogs. I also live with 3 dogs and we are the best of friends. 

I do like my own space to eat, I don’t like them getting into my dish. And sometimes I don’t like them getting up on the couch or bed with me; but a firm no and I understand I’m not being nice. 

I even live with cats. One I chase. And one I ignore. My foster mom thinks maybe I shouldn’t live with them in my forever home so we don't stress any kitties out. I also need no kids in my forever home, they move so fast and can be unpredictable which is not the best thing for me.

The car is ok I just need some time to settle and lay down then I’m good to go. I like to have my own seat. My favourite thing ever is walks!!! Oh boy can I walk. I do pull a lot at first from all the excitement of going out. After a few minutes I settle right down. However on my walks I bark at all the people and dogs. So we will have to work on that. 

I’m fully housetrained. No accidents ever!! I do have some allergies so I’m on a special food and I need a special bath once a week or mom says I’m a stinky boy. I don’t know what that is but she makes funny faces at me. I just give her a big kiss and all is well. 

She thinks I’m the best cuddler she has ever met. She says there is nothing like a Shaggy hug to brighten up your day 💙 I might not be the bestest boy but she says I deserve the right person who is willing to love me and all my faults and work with me to make me the goodest boy I can be, cause I’m worth it.

Are you my forever family?! 💙

**I am mandatory confidence classes with my new family**

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.


This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 18th-25th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 326 (350, 282, 355, 320) *357
Sold:  234  (245, 220, 186, 161) *221
Sale To Listing Ratio: 71% (70%, 78%, 54%, 53%) *62%
Price Changes: 117 (141, 89, 91, 66)*167
Listings that went conditional/pending: 290 (287, 302, 280, 242)  *272
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 51 (39, 48, 96, 31) *66
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,016  (2,068, 2,041, 2,095, 2,132) +3,387
Absorption Rate in weeks:  9 (10, 12, 14, 16) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,038 (1,074, 1,068, 1,120, 1,130) *1,907
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $390,088 ($363k,$371k,$377k,$383k) *$344k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $392,023 ($363k,$372k,$377k,$377k) *$337k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (100%,100%,100%,98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($328k,$327k,$325k,$325k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$328,000 ($325k,$325k,$325k,$320k)*$298k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 53 (38, 61, 11, 67) *58

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  160 (165, 161, 165, 165) *248
Average Condo Listing Price:  $378,264 ($295k,$262k, $263k, $266k) *$295k
Average Condo Selling Price: $368,547 ($295k,$261k, $259k, $264k) *$286k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (100%, 99%, 98%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $279,900 ($274k,$275k, $274k, $269k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $275,00 ($273k, $275k, $273k, $263k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 54 (17, 24, 36, 23)*67

Active Vacant Lots: 662 (676, 675, 675, 699) *955

Market Rant
We just can't seem to get any elevation! The overall inventory levels have hovered close to the 2,100 mark, but just haven't been able to crest it in the last month which is causing a larger divide from the inventory stock of last year. Single family home numbers really sank the inventory again this week and continues to press, which has been a key factor in driving that absorption rate down to historic lows. Speaking of, it has now hit an all time low, and the first single digit absorption rate I have ever reported in almost a decade of tracking these stats. The absorption rate is one of the most important tells regarding market health, and what this absorption rate is saying is that if all new listings stopped at this moment, it would only take a measly 9 weeks, or just over two months, to sell off everything for sale in HRM. Crazy stuff! There was almost a feeling of hope this week for buyers, as it seemed like a few more options came to market this week, but they were also met with above average interest, so the cycle continues. There does seem to be a little give in the $400k price point though, but if you are in the $250-$350k price point there is still a big challenge (especially south of $300k). Stats are still reflecting multiple offers in most products, especially the single family homes who reported that the average home in HRM are selling at or over asking. The buyer challenge continues as we continue the missed Spring market, so be sure to stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the changing property landscape. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hi guys! My name is Xena, I’m a 1 year old pitbull mix weighing around 50-60lbs. I am a local surrender and have been in the rescue for a few months and I'm ready to find my forever home! 

I can be shy with an initial introduction but I’m great with people after that! I play very well with other dogs, including groups of dogs. I have met some cats and we did not get along so none of them in my forever home please! 

I like bones and the peanut butter kong is my favorite treat but you have to remember to take the kong away once I’m finished or I’ll eat the kong! I can be very energetic, I enjoy going for walks up to an hour, but am content playing in the back yard as well. 
Unfamiliar walkers may have some trouble controlling me, compared to my favorite person. 

I don’t really understand fetch but I’m easily diverted if you’re playing with a stick, because I need the stick you’re playing with rather than the one I have. I am good in the car but I don't really like baths. I'm a good girl at the vet so you don't have to worry there! I really hope my forever home will let me have access to them during the night, I don’t need to be on the bed but I just like to know I can come say hi if I want! 

I do suffer from separation anxiety that comes out in a few negative ways such as pooping or peeing despite being housebroken, or some destructive chewing (never furniture). Puppy proofing will go a long way with me! 

I understand Sit, Stay, Down, Off, Up, Paw, and Touch. When I get too excited I play gently with my mouth, and understand “Don’t Bite” so once I hear that I switch quickly to licking again. I hope my human is ready to take on a strong, dominant role with me so I know they're in charge! 

I love getting butt scratches and cuddling with my humans, I can't wait to find my forever family! 

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 11th-18th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 350 (282, 355, 320, 251) *340
Sold:  245  (220, 186, 161, 132) *205
Sale To Listing Ratio: 70% (78%, 54%, 53%, 53%) *60%
Price Changes: 141 (89, 91, 66, 61)*173
Listings that went conditional/pending: 287 (302, 280, 242, 195)  *254
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 39 (48, 96, 31, 38) *57
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,068  (2,041, 2,095, 2,132, 2,115) +3,381
Absorption Rate in weeks:  10 (12, 14, 16, 17) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,074 (1,068, 1,120, 1,130, 1,039) *1,904
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $362,939 ($371k,$377k,$383k,$377k) *$349k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $362,812 ($372k,$377k,$377k,$373k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (100%,100%,98%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $328,000 ($327k,$325k,$325k,$324k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$325,000 ($325k,$325k,$320k,$320k)*$296k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 38 (61, 11, 67, 63) *59

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  165 (161, 165, 165, 153) *250
Average Condo Listing Price:  $294,810 ($262k, $263k, $266k, $274k) *$286k
Average Condo Selling Price: $294,721 ($261k, $259k, $264k, $271k) *$277k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (99%, 98%, 99%, 97%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $273,950 ($275k, $274k, $269k, $265k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $273,000 ($275k, $273k, $263k, $259k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 17 (24, 36, 23, 68)*66

Active Vacant Lots: 676 (675, 675, 699, 693) *948

Market Rant
The Spring market is finally here, too bad its almost Summer! Better late than never though, and I think there was a pretty good reason for the hold up. Now that even more restrictions have been loosened, the gloves are off it seems, and finally listings are trickling to market! It's still dog eat dog out there though, and it would seem that multiple offers are now just a regular event now, and a source of pure frustration for buyers. Elevated stats across the board really, and starting to increase pace over this time last year, which was to be expected when things finally started to get back to some form of normalcy. Still, some of the long term stats, like the absorption rate and average days on market are reporting better now than at this time last year, which is quite surprising given the current situation. Not just by a little either. Even the overall values have skyrocketed. In a city where the historic data points to marginal 2-4% annual increases, we have seen the MEDIAN 6 month home prices jump 30k (SFH) and 23k (Condo) respectively, proving our current market is a Juggernaut. The question many buyers and sellers I run into have is if now is even a good time to buy or sell. For Sellers, it's easy... YES!! For buyers, that answer is a bit more complicated and has many factors. Do you have to buy, what areas are you looking in, budget and condition of home, etc, etc, etc. Based on the various reasons and requests a buyer has will determine if now is the right time or not, market is actually less of a factor since it is so unpredictable. Some fear that this is the peak, so buying high would be a terrible thing to do if the market turns. While the other camp says it could keep going and going, so the time your thought was a bad time to buy ends up being not so bad after the continued climb. People who were looking in late last year / early this year are saying that very thing. Complicated times right now, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of things.. Stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi guys! My name is Winnie and I am a 6 year old female pug weighing around 25-30lbs. I came into the rescue a few weeks ago as a local surrender and am finally coming to you here to find my forever home! 

I get along with the neighborhood small/medium dogs, cats! I have met a few cats outside and after a few sniffs we both part our separate ways. I haven't met any large dogs and I was hesitant with the medium size ones so my size or a bit bigger would be fine. I don't really bother with other dogs though when we are together but I am still a good girl when around them. 

I have met kids as young as 1 year old and I was a very good girl. I love the attention I get from the kids but who wouldn't?! Just means more pets for Winnie girl! 

I might be a few pounds overweight, shhh, but my cute couch potato self has been working on increasing my stamina. I don't really like the really hot days and would prefer to go for walks in the early morning and late evening when things have cooled down! I struggle with stairs but am now able to do a set of 3 stairs with encouragement, so baby steps for now! 

I am house trained and can go all night without incident, yay! I am much quicker to do my business when off-leash so if my family had a fenced yard that would be nice but not needed. I also like to scoot my bum after going to the washroom to tidy up like the lady I know I am.

I will occasionally play fetch but I don't really have much interest in toys otherwise. I will pretty much take to anyone as long as you are willing to give me attention and some good pets! I am not destructive, I might shake the odd blanket when I get excited but nothing is destroyed! 

I am happiest when I am with my people! I prefer not to be alone, so if you walk to a different room you can be sure I won't be far behind. I am hoping my forever home will have someone around most of the day so I don’t have to be alone. I also like to sleep in the same room as my humans so I hope you'll let me be close ❤

I eat special food for urinary health and I don't mind it. I have no food insecurities and will casually pick away at my food throughout the day. Don't let my height fool you though I will still try to see what's up on the counter if you've left anything yummy there.

I do shed quite a bit but with frequent brushing it seems to be kept under control. I will tolerate baths, but would prefer to stay dry at all times. The car is not my favorite place to be, and it can take me a while to calm down after going for a drive. I can also be quite noisy with lots of grunts, snorts and pants. I will only bark/howl/cry if you leave me alone though.

Am I your forever girl?! ❤

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 4th-11th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 282 (355, 320, 251, 194) *335
Sold:  220  (186, 161, 132, 120) *234
Sale To Listing Ratio: 78% (54%, 53%, 53%, 62%) *70%
Price Changes: 89 (91, 66, 61, 70)*161
Listings that went conditional/pending: 302 (280, 242, 195, 169)  *231
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 48 (96, 31, 38, 40) *137
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,041  (2,095, 2,132, 2,115, 2,086) +3,363
Absorption Rate in weeks:  12 (14, 16, 17, 18) *15

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,068 (1,120, 1,130, 1,039, 1,099) *1,886
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $370,769 ($377k,$383k,$377k,$371k) *$346k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $371,734 ($377k,$377k,$373k,$368k) *$338k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (100%,98%, 99%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $326,450 ($325k,$325k,$324k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$325,000 ($325k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$295k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 61 (11, 67, 63, 60) *54

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  161 (165, 165, 153, 148) *252
Average Condo Listing Price:  $262,129 ($263k, $266k, $274k, $255k) *$292k
Average Condo Selling Price: $260,765 ($259k, $264k, $271k, $247k) *$288k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (98%, 99%, 97%, 97%) 99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $275,000 ($274k, $269k, $265k, $269k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $275,000 ($273k, $263k, $259k, $263k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 24 (36, 23, 68, 54)*72

Active Vacant Lots: 675 (675, 699, 693, 707) *949

Market Rant
Still taking steps backwards in the inventory department, which is certainly not helping any buyer our there right now. Almost all areas of the HRM are firmly entrenched in a sellers market, and it seems to be getting more challenging by the day. Buyer frustration has hit an all time high, and there are now new complications for them to hurdle like shorter viewing windows over a shorter market exposure time, which means that some buyers aren't even able to get into see a home due to lack of appointment slots available. There is also a sense of desperation from out of province buyers who are purchasing property site unseen since there is no longer the ability to visit thanks to the current restrictions in place. By coming in from other provinces, these buyers are also tending to bid higher than local residents given the average home prices here are lower than where they are relocating from, so property here seems like a deal anyways. Our sales numbers are almost in line with our somewhat normal market of last year at this time, but our inventory additions are still lacking, contributing to the current frenzy. Just look at the number of listings that went pending this week! It's actually significantly higher that last year at this time regardless of the environment we find ourselves in. It really is something out there right now, so buyers and sellers should prepare themselves for these new factors involved with buying or selling a property. Add COVID-19 to the top of that, and it's that much more complicated these days. We are wading through it though, and I encourage you to stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of our ever changing market. Thanks for stoping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hello everyone! My name is Hank and I am a 3 year old Amstaff mixing weighing around 65lbs. I am a local surrender and am ready to find my forever home!

I have met a few dogs and I usually end up barking at them and getting myself wound up. I try to guard my toys against dogs my size or smaller as well so I think it might be better if I'm the only dog in the house but that's fine it just means more attention for Hanko! 

My foster family does have cats and we get along for the most part but I do have some issues with guarding food and the cats do not really understand this so I have snapped to keep them away. I think I'd be happiest without cats in my forever home just to be safe for everyone. 

I have met a few kids but I am a very strong guy and where I do have guarding issues I would want my forever home to have kids older than 15 just to be safe. 

I am completely housetrained and have never had an accident! I am good to be left home alone but I am crate trained just incase! I am a good boy in the car and will just lay down after a few minutes so I'll be happy to go for a drive! 

I love going for walks but I do pull when I get a good a good scent. When I use my easy walk harness I do MUCH better and it is a much easier walk for everyone! I know sit, down, stay and wait to eat my food. I love treats when we are inside with minimal distractions but if we go outside there are usually just too many other exciting things happening! 

I love playing with balls the most but I haven't quite figured out if I drop it that you will throw it again for me. I also love to play tug a war but just make sure to pick something strong! When I play with a ball or toy I can be very noisy but as far as my foster parents can tell I'm just having a lot of fun and am a happy boy!

My favorite things are giving kisses, getting belly rubs and trying to get as close to my humans as possible if we are together! I will usually sleep on the big bed with the humans at first but make my way to the couch for most of the night. 

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 

https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
​
This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 21st - June 4th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 355 (320, 251, 194, 234) *335
Sold:  186  (161, 132, 120, 112) *234
Sale To Listing Ratio: 54% (53%, 53%, 62%, 48%) *70%
Price Changes: 91 (66, 61, 70, 55) *161
Listings that went conditional/pending: 280 (242, 195, 169, 164)  *231
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 96 (31, 38, 40, 104) *137
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,095  (2,132, 2,115, 2,086, 2,100) +3,363
Absorption Rate in weeks:  14 (16, 17, 18, 19) *15

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,120 (1,130, 1,039, 1,099, 1,113) *1,886
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $377,265 ($383k,$377k,$371k,$359k) *$346k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $377,450 ($377k,$373k,$368k,$351k) *$338k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (98%, 99%, 99%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k,$324k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$324,750 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$319k)*$295k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 11 (67, 63, 60, 61) *54

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  165 (165, 153, 148, 152) *252
Average Condo Listing Price:  $262,495 ($266k, $274k, $255k $351k) *$292k
Average Condo Selling Price: $258,493 ($264k, $271k, $247k, $339k) *$288k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (99%, 97%, 97%, 97%) 99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $273,950 ($269k, $265k, $269k, $267k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($263k, $259k, $263k, $261k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 36 (23, 68, 54, 40)*72

Active Vacant Lots: 675 (699, 693, 707, 717) *949

Market Rant
Well, it was as good run for a couple weeks, but nothing seems to be holding back the surge of buyers gobbling up all the inventory. It's still dog eat dog out there right now, and with restrictions being lifted in many areas and the hopeful COVID-19 reports being advertised, the wave of buyers continue to vie for a place to call home. Just look at the inventory flying off the shelves! There was a good amount of new additions this week, but they were met with the buyer surge who snapped up 280 properties this week, which was the best week of the year so far, and bested this time last year as well. Just like people eager for a hair trim, a must have for most, like our military, is also having to move, so it will be busy for both industries while demand is met. Nova Scotia has now implemented a self isolation exemptions list for essential etc and government workers who need to relocate to our province, which will surely inject another group of buyers that should have been here awhile ago. For a complete list of who is exempt from having to self isolate upon arrival to Nova Scotia, click HERE. This market has been incredible so far this year, and I think we are in for another huge influx of activity, almost like a late Spring market that I mentioned might happen should things get back to a new normal. 11 days on market is the average the week for single family homes, which is crazy. Not surprised though, being out there and involved in the constant competition throughout HRM. Interesting times indeed. Make sure to stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the market as things develop, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi everyone! My name is Macy and I am a 6 year old female Rottweiler/mastiff mix weighing around 90 lbs. I came from a Montreal gassing pound a few weeks ago and I am ready to find my forever home!

I always pull to go see other dogs but it can be hit or miss if I think they are okay. I have also seen cats outside and have pulled to go chase them so I think I'd prefer to just be an only animal in the house and receive all the love for myself! 

I have loved all the people I met, including some calm older kids but I can get over excited sometimes as well. I am going to need some strong humans to work with me because I am a very strong girl! 

I do have a torn ACL that I take a daily pain medication for but it does not slow me down one bit! These wonderful people in the rescue have said they are going to pay for this to be dealt with as soon as it is possible! 

I had a few accidents when I first came to my foster dad but have not had any since. I am getting better on a leash but still pull if there is something yummy or interesting going on. I am learning recall and am ok with no distractions but right now I would still choose to go investigate anything else that is going on. 

I can definitly be a couch potato just as much of a snuggle bug and like to play once I am comfortable with you. I am a good housemate and usually just mind my own business, I like to sleep in my free time, or watch tv with my foster dad. 

I don’t mind having my teeth or ears cleaned but it's definitely not my favorite thing to do. I am okay taking my pain medication because I know it helps me but I'm still going to try to avoid it if I can.

In the car I am usually fairly calm but due to being a larger girl I need room to keep my balance and will only lay down or sit when exhausted from the adventure we are coming back from. I don't really like being left home alone, I won't touch anything in the house and I don't really like the crate so I hope I don't have to go back in one. 

I do not counter surf but will always eat what you give me. Toys are kind of weird, I don't really know what to do with them yet; I am just starting to figure out chasing a ball can be fun though!

I will answer to sit, down, wait, up and look and know I can keep learning things if you teach me! I might let out a few barks when someone is at the door but other than that I don't really bark. When they come in the house I will sniff and try to jump to say hi! 

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I will be spayed, vaccinated and microchipped as soon as the vets are open for business and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
​
This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 21st - 28th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 320 (251, 194, 234, 166) *336
Sold:  161  (132, 120, 112, 131) *225
Sale To Listing Ratio: 53% (53%, 62%, 48%, 65%) *67%
Price Changes: 66 (61, 70, 55, 56) *174
Listings that went conditional/pending: 242 (195, 169, 164, 125)  *260
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 31 (38, 40, 104, 32) *72
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,132 (2,115, 2,086, 2,100, 2,135) +3,409
Absorption Rate in weeks:  16 (17, 18, 19, 19) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,130 (1,039, 1,099, 1,113, 1,139) *1,894
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $383,315 ($377k,$371k,$359k,$362k) *$350k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $377,300 ($373k,$368k,$351k,$355k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (99%, 99%, 98%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $324,900 ($324k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$320,000 ($320k,$320k,$319k,$320k)*$296k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 67 (63, 60, 61, 45) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  165 (153, 148, 152, 154) *261
Average Condo Listing Price:  $265,654 ($274k, $255k $351k, $286k) *$282k
Average Condo Selling Price: $263,709 ($271k, $247k, $339k, $273k) *$280k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 97%, 97%, 96%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,000 ($265k, $269k, $267k, $260k) *$246k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $263,000 ($259k, $263k, $261k, $255k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 23 (68, 54, 40, 40)*37

Active Vacant Lots: 699 (693, 707, 717, 717) *955

Market Rant
Second week in a row where we are finally seeing the inventory go in the northern direction! Seems the last few days have really ramped things up, which may be helped by the announcement that even more restrictions are being lifted and businesses are allowed to open on June 5th. Hopefully these measures continue to bolster public confidence to return to regular activities, but not so much so that we end up back on square one. The real estate industry here in Halifax continues to proceed with caution, and there doesn't seem to be any loosening of current protocols that have been set up, which is actually a good thing in my opinion. I imagine there will be many industries with a "new normal", and real estate is certainly one of them. By remaining open during this time, I think the industry was quick to adapt to safety measures and protocols for public health and safety, so being prepared going forward has already been established and parties that have carried on with buying or selling recognize these new procedures with respect. I think these will be in place for the foreseeable future, so much like the other industries that you may revisit, it's best to have as much patience and understanding as possible as we all navigate these unprecedented times. This week was a showcase of all the progress we have made since this began. This week witnessed a surge of new listings (most of the year so far), with sellers confident enough to put their homes up for sale despite the current environment, and buyer activity that almost matches the market of last year. It's pretty incredible really. The market is still in great shape, and there is lots of miles left in it yet, so with the air starting to clear, we can expect things will only get better from here. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of things though, it's a wild ride out there right now! Thanks for stopping by and stay safe! 

***Due to Covid 19, Macy will still require veterinary care, covered by SALCARS. Due to unknown time restrictions, we feel awaiting this in her forever home will be more beneficial to her.***
Hi everyone! My name is Macy and I am a 6 year old female Rottweiler/mastiff mix weighing around 90 lbs. I came from a Montreal gassing pound a few weeks ago and I am ready to find my forever home!

On average, it takes 100 shares and 100 likes for a dog to find a home! Please share my story so my forever family will find me!?!
I always pull to go see other dogs but it can be hit or miss if I think they are okay. I have also seen cats outside and have pulled to go chase them so I think I'd prefer to just be an only animal in the house and receive all the love for myself!
I have loved all the people I met, including some calm older kids but I can get over excited sometimes as well. I am going to need some strong humans to work with me because I am a very strong girl!

I do have a torn ACL that I take a daily pain medication for but it does not slow me down one bit! These wonderful people in the rescue have said they are going to pay for this to be dealt with as soon as it is possible!
I had a few accidents when I first came to my foster dad but have not had any since. I am getting better on a leash but still pull if there is something yummy or interesting going on. I am learning recall and am ok with no distractions but right now I would still choose to go investigate anything else that is going on.
I can definitly be a couch potato just as much of a snuggle bug and like to play once I am comfortable with you. I am a good housemate and usually just mind my own business, I like to sleep in my free time, or watch tv with my foster dad.
I don’t mind having my teeth or ears cleaned but it's definitely not my favorite thing to do. I am okay taking my pain medication because I know it helps me but I'm still going to try to avoid it if I can.
​
In the car I am usually fairly calm but due to being a larger girl I need room to keep my balance and will only lay down or sit when exhausted from the adventure we are coming back from. I don't really like being left home alone, I won't touch anything in the house and I don't really like the crate so I hope I don't have to go back in one.
I do not counter surf but will always eat what you give me. Toys are kind of weird, I don't really know what to do with them yet; I am just starting to figure out chasing a ball can be fun though!
I will answer to sit, down, wait, up and look and know I can keep learning things if you teach me! I am very food motivated! I might let out a few barks when someone is at the door but other than that I don't really bark. When they come in the house I will sniff and try to jump to say hi!
Are you my forever home?

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I will be spayed, vaccinated and microchipped as soon as the vets are open for business and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 14th - 21st, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 251 (194, 234, 166, 150) *377
Sold:  132  (120, 112, 131, 98) *227
Sale To Listing Ratio: 53% (62%, 48%, 65%, 65%) *60%
Price Changes: 61 (70, 55, 56, 70) *145
Listings that went conditional/pending: 195 (169, 164, 125, 112)  *266
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 38 (40, 104, 32, 58) *61
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,115 (2,086, 2,100, 2,135, 2,134) +3,421
Absorption Rate in weeks:  17 (18, 19, 19, 19) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,039 (1,099, 1,113, 1,139, 1,141) *1,904
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $377,260 ($371k,$359k,$362k,$351k) *$348k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $373,341 ($368k,$351k,$355k,$250k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (99%, 98%, 98%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $323,700 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$320,000 ($320k,$319k,$320k,$320k)*$295k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 63 (60, 61, 45, 47) *52

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  153 (148, 152, 154, 141) *267
Average Condo Listing Price:  $274,431 ($255k $351k, $286k, $329k) *$250k
Average Condo Selling Price: $270,606 ($247k, $339k, $273k, $315k) *$246k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 97%, 96%, 96%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $265,000 ($269k, $267k, $260k,$260k) *$246k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $259,400 ($263k, $261k, $255k, $255k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 68 (54, 40, 40, 84)*37

Active Vacant Lots: 693 (707, 717, 717, 721) *955

Market Rant
You could tell this week that there was something different in the air, perhaps renewed optimism. Although minimal, people have noticed that the market here is starting to loosen up a bit, with sellers finally returning to market. Because of this, there was finally a gain of inventory this week after several weeks of declining numbers. Condos gained a few new listings this week, but it's hard to tell exactly how there was a gain this week beings that both vacant land and single family homes reduced in volume this week. Must be down to the weekly churn, which did see a sizeable addition of new listings this week creating a positive happening for our market. After many weeks of seller reluctancy to come to market, it's really nice to see them start to return after great management by the province and newly implemented protocol throughout  the industry. I'm sure this is also welcome news to the plethora of buyers out there waiting to get into a home, finally. Still quite competitive out there though, but the hope is that with the loosening restrictions, more sellers will come to market which will relieve some of the pressure currently felt throughout the city. Still quite a distance from the market that settled in at this time last year, but it is improving, which is a good sign. Really, the market was awesome before COVID and the fear was that it would simply cease all together, or create some sort of 180 effect. Now, a few months into this thing and the market hasn't really skipped a beat, which has been a bit surprising to many individuals, including myself. Maybe there's a change on the horizon, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the changing market! Thanks for stopping by! 

Hello there! My name is Bella, I am almost 2 years old, I am a female pittie mix and I weigh around 50lbs. I am a local surrender and am ready to find my forever home! 

​My foster mom has been trying to build my confidence with people. I do tend to bark at all humans because strangers make me anxious but once I know you are safe we will be good 

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 7th - 14th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 194 (234, 166, 150, 139) *351
Sold:  120  (112, 131, 98, 104) *203
Sale To Listing Ratio: 62% (48%, 65%, 65%, 75%) *58%
Price Changes: 70 (55, 56, 70, 42) *181
Listings that went conditional/pending: 169 (164, 125, 112, 110)  *232
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 40 (104, 32, 58, 68) *56
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,086 (2,100, 2,135, 2,134, 2,155) +3,375
Absorption Rate in weeks:  18 (19, 19, 19, 17) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,099 (1,113, 1,139, 1,141, 1,155) *1,897
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $371,338 ($359k,$362k,$351k,$352k) *$367k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $368,811 ($351k,$355k,$250k,$345k) *$359k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (98%, 98%, 99%, 98%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$299k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$319,900 ($319k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$292k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 60 (61, 45, 47, 37) *44

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  148 (152, 154, 141, 143) *260
Average Condo Listing Price:  $255,288 ($351k, $286k, $329k, $235k) *$317k
Average Condo Selling Price: $246,588 ($339k, $273k, $315k,$230k) *$311k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (97%, 96%, 96%, 98%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,000 ($267k, $260k,$260k, 255k) *$248k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $263,000 ($261k, $255k, $255k, $253k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 54 (40, 40, 84, 8) *43

Active Vacant Lots: 707 (717, 717, 721, 730) *943

Market Rant
Another week of inventory reduction has widened the gap significantly from last year at this time, to an almost 1300 unit difference. Just when things started to look up regarding the inventory and potential gain, this week slides back to report a sub 200 stat. Buyer activity this week didn't wain at all though, which is contributing to the ever shrinking options, but the largest factor remains seller reluctancy to come to market. After a quick rise of the absorption rate in the wake of the pandemic, the combination of minimal listings and fast sales has turned that stat around after more than a month of gain. You would think there would also be stress cracks in other areas like sale values, or the need to adjust prices, or even how long properties are staying on market, but that's simply not the case. Many buyers thought that COVID-19 would be the cooler to allow them to take advantage of the lack of competition, which just hasn't been the case yet, based on lack of property availability. Going into the state of emergency we had been sat in a sellers market in many areas of the municipality for over a year, and were poised to continue that trend (although there were signs of slowing). To this point, we are still well seated in a sellers market, with no real sign of it letting up anytime soon, for now anyways. Stay tuned to the blog to keep a watchful eye on our ever changing market here in Halifax, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi Angels, I'm Bernie. I am an approx 10 yr old, 6.5lb terrier mix and I came all the way from Texas a few weeks ago to find my forever home.

I was quite sick shortly after I arrived but now that I am better, my foster mom says my little personality is really coming out. I am a sweet senior fella who enjoys a good ear rub and the occasional butt scratch. I trot behind my foster mom most of the time and have adopted her as my person. I am fine home alone and will do my business outside but I do not yet go to the door to ask to be let out, but I will hold it, so you must be mindful to take me outside periodically. I have had very few accidents lately.

I tolerate my foster fur siblings but their playful noises and antics seem to bring out my grumpy old man personality so I'd definitely prefer to be your one and only. I do not like sudden movements such as jumping, kicking or running. I will bark and become upset, so a home without small children is best too. I have not met any cats but again sudden movements and loud noises upset me so probably not ideal. Other loud noises upset me as well, such as the vacuum, electric mixer and blender. I will bark loudly and often when you even go near them.

I also do not like when the other dogs come near my food so I sometimes prefer to eat in my kennel. My kennel is my safe space and I like to have one available but may not need a safe space in a much quieter home. My kennel is always left open for me to enter or exit at my leisure.

I will let you pick me up but I don't really love it and find it very awkward to get comfortable. I'm ok once up but I definitely won't ask to be picked up. I don't mind leash walks but I only have one speed. Slow. I will sometimes sleep with the 12 yr old human but sometimes I'm just as content to sleep alone. If we have to go somewhere in the car, I'm content to just lay back on the seat. I tolerate baths but not my favorite thing. I may need my face washed after I eat, sometimes I get food in my beard. Toys? Pffft, I got no use for them. If I do feel like playing, your hand will do just fine. 

I may not be able to make it onto the couch or up the stairs without help, but I still consider myself a "big dog". My little tail is always wagging when I see my foster mom (or food) and I am generally a happy little dude. I will even sometimes do spins.

I've had dental done while here but 2 teeth could not be removed without breaking my jaw. They cleaned them up really, really well and hope they won't be an issue later on in life but can't guarantee. If so I will probably need to see a dental specialist. This is something you will have to keep a watchful eye on as I do have a condition where my palate extends further into my throat than should so infections in my mouth are extra hard for me. I also have a grade 2/6 heart murmur but they say that's common for my age and breed. 

If I sound like the doggy for your family..

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at  https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.​

This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of  April 30th - May 7th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 234 (166, 150, 139, 180) *401
Sold:  112  (131, 98, 104, 119) *209
Sale To Listing Ratio: 48% (65%, 65%, 75%, 66%) *52%
Price Changes: 55 (56, 70, 42, 45) *177
Listings that went conditional/pending: 164 (125, 112, 110, 120)  *261
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 104 (32, 58, 68, 53) *62
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,100 (2,135, 2,134, 2,155, 2,195) +3,300
Absorption Rate in weeks:  19 (19, 19, 17, 15) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,113 (1,139, 1,141, 1,155, 1,184) *1,878
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $358,596 ($362k,$351k,$352k,$337k) *$350k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $351,187 ($355k,$250k,$345k,$336k) *$344k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (98%, 99%, 98%, 99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $319,900 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$320k)*$299k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$318,750 ($320k,$320k,$320k,$318k)*$290k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 61 (45, 47, 37, 51) *59

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  152 (154, 141, 143, 142) *261
Average Condo Listing Price:  $350,475 ($286k, $329k, $235k, $309k) *$276k
Average Condo Selling Price: $338,750 ($273k, $315k,$230k, $303k) *$272k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (96%, 96%, 98%, 98%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $267,000 ($260k,$260k, 255k, $258k) *$245k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $261,000 ($255k, $255k, $253k, $254k) *$239k
Average Days on Market Condos: 40 (40, 84, 8, 12) *46

Active Vacant Lots: 717 (717, 721, 730, 740) *934

Market Rant
Gaining momentum! After a few weeks of subpar new listing entries, this week witnessed the return to average offerings. Certainly not as good as last year at this time, especially since we should be in the peak of listing season, but things are anything but usual at the moment. Sales slipped a bit this week but still doing quite well given the current market environment, and the surge of buyer activity this week should impact that stat a week or two down the road. As mentioned, buyers were quite active this week after a few weeks of mediocre performance, which might be helped along by the loosened restrictions and adoption of new viewing protocols to carry on with property transactions. With a touch of comfort given by the various transaction players the pubic seems to be back on board with continuing property sales, and with talks of even more restrictions being loosened by the end of the month, a surge is expected. When that does happen, buyers and sellers coming to, or returning to the market will likely be a bit surprised what is waiting for them. As the inventory continues to shrink and buyer activity resuming, it seems that the sellers market may take a stronger hold over HRM, but we still have awhile to gauge the overall impact of COVID-19. Stay tuned to the blog to find out! Thanks for stopping by! 

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I am very leery of any new males in my life, adults or kids. I growl and bark to try and keep them away but nothing more than that. I LOVE my human foster sister, she is 5 years old and we cuddle all the time but like I said even the male kids seem scarier. 

I haven't come across any cats yet but I may be a bit too curious for them. I really like small dogs my size but big dogs are a bit scary to me. 

I am not used to the cold yet and need a little help with my potty training. I do better on warmer days and will sometimes use pee pads but I need some patience. 

I love going on walks and I even like going for car rides! My foster family gives me yummy food when I'm good so I try to do my best! I do have quite a bit of energy, I've started playing with toys now and playing with my fur sibling helps as well! 

When foster mom starts to sing I howl along with her, I'm assuming she wants it to be a duet anyway right? I have also been told I'm a kangaroo because I can jump so high when I'm excited! 

I have been left home alone and I am not destructive. One of my favorite things to do is snuggle with my humans!

Are you my forever home?! ❤

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.

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