(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 210 (186, 210, 291, 295) *175
Sold:  150  (128, 121, 130, 117) *117
Sale To Listing Ratio: 71% (69%, 58%, 45%, 44%) *67%
Price Changes: 147 (163, 171, 175, 168) *126
Conditional Sale: 136 (164, 147, 157, 142)  *134
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 59 (69, 74, 95, 143) *114
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2,007 (1,996, 2,068, 2,084, 2.070) *1,718
Absorption Rate: *15 (16, 17, 17, 17) *13

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,028 (1,032, 1,083, 1,092, 1,078) *838
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $574,900 ($595k, $550k, $580k, $553k) *$593k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $560,000 ($589k, $560k, $578k, $541k) *$591k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (99%, 102%, 99%, 98%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo):$585,000 ($589k,$590k,$590k,$590k) *$550K
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price(6 mo):$580,000 ($582k,$584k,$585k,$585k)*$560k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 39 (36, 35, 34, 33) *31

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  230 (227, 233, 232, 225) *172
Average Condo Listing Price:  $462,483 ($556k, $467k, $482k, $517k) *$445k
Average Condo Selling Price: $450,433 ($550k, $461k, $471k, $507k) *$450k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (99%, 99%, 98%, 98%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $449,900 ($450k, $450k, $450k, $450k) *$449k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $448,500 ($444k, $440k, $440k, $440k) *$447k
Average Days on Market Condos 39 (15, 37, 35, 35) *30

Active Vacant Lots: 459 (454, 464, 469, 468) *490

Market Rant
This week’s market brought a little more energy to the Halifax real estate scene, with activity picking up across several key areas. New listings nudged upward, and sales followed suit, showing that buyers are still keeping a close eye on opportunities as we head deeper into the fall season.

Single-family homes are moving at a steady pace, with pricing and demand staying relatively balanced. The gap between asking and selling prices has tightened slightly, suggesting that both buyers and sellers are coming to the table with realistic expectations.
Condo activity continues to hold steady, though things have calmed a touch after a few lively weeks earlier in the season. Inventory remains healthy overall, providing a solid mix of options for those exploring the market.

As we near the year’s final stretch, the overall tone feels steady and measured—neither too hot nor too quiet—setting up for what looks like a balanced close to the fall market. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the market, and thanks for stopping by! 

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 186 (210, 291, 295, 274) *219
Sold:  128  (121, 130, 117, 133) *139
Sale To Listing Ratio: 69% (58%, 45%, 44%, 40%) *64%
Price Changes: 163 (171, 175, 168, 154) *102
Conditional Sale: 164 (147, 157, 142, 171)  *134
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 69 (74, 95, 143, 80) *55
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,996 (2,068, 2,084, 2.070, 2,096) *1,761
Absorption Rate: *16 (17, 17, 17, 18) *13

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,032 (1,083, 1,092, 1,078, 1,092) *868
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $594,950 ($550k, $580k, $553k, $560k) *$620k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $588,500 ($560k, $578k, $541k, $563k) *$613k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (102%, 99%, 98%, 99%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo):$589,000 ($590k,$590k,$590k,$590k) *$555K
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price(6 mo):$582,000 ($584k,$585k,$585k,$586k)*$560k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 36 (35, 34, 33, 45) *33

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  227 (233, 232, 225, 235) *167
Average Condo Listing Price:  $556,066 ($467k, $482k, $517k, $480k) *$447k
Average Condo Selling Price: $549,844 ($461k, $471k, $507k, $461k) *$447k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (99%, 98%, 98%, 96%)  *100%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $449,900 ($450k, $450k, $450k, $450k) *$442k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $443,750 ($440k, $440k, $440k, $440k) *$442k
Average Days on Market Condos 15 (37, 35, 35, 77) *18

Active Vacant Lots: 454 (464, 469, 468, 473) *500

Market Rant
The Halifax market showed a noticeable boost in energy this week, with fresh listings easing slightly but buyer activity picking up pace. Homes are moving steadily, and the balance between new listings and sales feels healthier than in recent weeks. Overall inventory continues to trend gently downward as we move deeper into fall, a sign that sellers are stepping back while motivated buyers stay active.

Single-family homes remain the backbone of local activity, with prices holding firm and days on market staying consistent. Condos also saw a quick turnaround this week, with units selling faster and closing close to list price—a sign that well-priced listings are being snapped up. The overall tone of the market feels steady and confident as we edge toward year-end.

​The fall market remains balanced and resilient, with steady demand keeping things moving despite a gradual easing in new listings. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the market, and thanks for stopping by! 

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 210 (291, 295, 274, 258) *202
Sold:  121  (130, 117, 133, 114) *119
Sale To Listing Ratio: 58% (45%, 44%, 40%, 49%) *59%
Price Changes: 171 (175, 168, 154, 159) *93
Conditional Sale: 147 (157, 142, 171, 154)  *141
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 74 (95, 143, 80, 67) *69
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2.068 (2,084, 2.070, 2,096, 2,090) *1,744
Absorption Rate: *17 (17, 17, 18, 17) *13

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,083 (1,092, 1,078, 1,092, 1,081) *881
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $549,950 ($580k, $553k, $560k, $560k) *$581k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $559,040 ($578k, $541k, $563k, $561k) *$577k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 102% (99%, 98%, 99%, 99%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo):$589,900 ($590k,$590k,$590k,$594k) *$560k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price(6 mo):$584,000 ($585k,$585k,$586k,$586k)*$565k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 35 (34, 33, 45, 49) *28

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  233 (232, 225, 235, 234) *153
Average Condo Listing Price:  $467,333 ($482k, $517k, $480k, $521k) *$446k
Average Condo Selling Price: $460,790 ($471k, $507k, $461k, $496k) *$441k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (98%, 98%, 96%, 95%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $449,900 ($450k, $450k, $450k, $450k) *$445k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $440,000 ($440k, $440k, $440k, $440k) *$445k
Average Days on Market Condos 37 (35, 35, 77, 80) *22

Active Vacant Lots: 464 (469, 468, 473, 461) *491

Market Rant
This week brought a bit of a slowdown in new listings, though buyer activity held steady — a good sign that demand is still alive and well. Homes continue to move at a healthy pace, and it’s not uncommon to see a few selling over asking, especially in the single-family segment where competition has quietly heated up again.

Condos are holding their own with steady prices and a nice mix of options for buyers who prefer low-maintenance living. Overall inventory is sitting higher than this time last year, giving buyers a bit more breathing room, but it’s still a market that rewards well-presented and well-priced listings.

As we move further into fall, the market remains active, balanced, and full of opportunity on both sides of the table. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the market, and thanks for stopping by!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 291 (295, 274, 258, 198) *228
Sold:  130  (117, 133, 114, 108) *137
Sale To Listing Ratio: 45% (44%, 40%, 49%, 44%) *60%
Price Changes: 175 (168, 154, 159, 165) *142
Conditional Sale: 157 (142, 171, 154, 123)  *174
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 95 (143, 80, 67, 54) *62
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2.084 (2.070, 2,096, 2,090, 2,003) *1,745
Absorption Rate: *17 (17, 18, 17, 16) *13

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,092 (1,078, 1,092, 1,081, 1,041) *888
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $579,900 ($553k, $560k, $560k, $585k) *$588k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $577,500 ($541k, $563k, $561k, $573k) *$579k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (98%, 99%, 99%, 98%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo):$589,900 ($590k,$590k,$594k,$599k) *$564k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price(6 mo):$585,000 ($585k,$586k,$586k,$590k)*$565k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 34 (33, 45, 49, 36) *25

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  232 (225, 235, 234, 219) *147
Average Condo Listing Price:  $482,007 ($517k, $480k, $521k, $477k) *$447k
Average Condo Selling Price: $470,523 ($507k, $461k, $496k, $466k) *$451k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (98%, 96%, 95%, 98%)  *101%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $449,900 ($450k, $450k, $450k, $450k) *$440k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $440,000 ($440k, $440k, $440k, $440k) *$442k
Average Days on Market Condos 35 (35, 77, 80, 35) *33

Active Vacant Lots: 469 (468, 473, 461, 443) *494

Market Rant
It was another active week in our local real estate market, with both listings and overall inventory holding strong as we move deeper into the fall season. New listings edged higher again, continuing the recent upward trend and keeping options plentiful for buyers. Sales held steady compared to last week, while the sale-to-listing ratio hovered in the mid-40% range — a clear sign that the market is favoring buyers more than it did this time last year. Inventory levels continue to rise gradually, now sitting just above the 2,000 mark — roughly 20% higher than at this time last year — giving buyers more breathing room and contributing to slightly longer market times.

The single-family segment remains steady, with pricing staying in a narrow band week to week. Average list and sale prices held around the mid-$500s, and homes are still selling close to asking, with a sale-to-list ratio near 99%. Days on market ticked down a bit from recent highs, showing that well-priced homes continue to attract solid attention even amid the broader inventory growth. Compared to last year, single-family prices are sitting roughly on par, though with more selection available for buyers.

Condo activity was stable this week, with prices settling around the mid-$400s on both the list and sale sides. The sale-to-list ratio remains healthy at about 98%, suggesting that motivated buyers are still active in this category. Days on market stayed consistent, and while active condo inventory is modestly higher than last year, prices have remained fairly resilient overall.

As we close out the first half of October, the Halifax market is showing classic seasonal balance: buyers are benefiting from increased selection, while sellers with well-presented and realistically priced homes continue to see results. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the changing trends, and thanks for stopping by! 

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 266 (295, 274, 258, 198) *231
Sold:  117  (117, 133, 114, 108) *138
Sale To Listing Ratio: 44% (40%, 49%, 44%, 54%) *60%
Price Changes: 168 (154, 159, 165, 129) *144
Conditional Sale: 142 (171, 154, 123, 141)  *177
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 143 (80, 67, 54, 112) *135
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  2.070 (2,096, 2,090, 2,003, 1,938) *1,756
Absorption Rate: *17 (18, 17, 16, 15) *13

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,078 (1,092, 1,081, 1,041, 1,008) *890
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $552,851 ($560k, $560k, $585k, $575k) *$658k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $540,734 ($563k, $561k, $573k, $565k) *$659k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (99%, 99%, 98%, 94%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo):$589,900 ($590k,$594k,$599k,$599k) *$568k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price(6 mo):$585,000 ($586k,$586k,$590k,$590k)*$569k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 33 (45, 49, 36, 37) *28

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  225 (235, 234, 219, 219) *147
Average Condo Listing Price:  $516,461 ($480k, $521k, $477k, $450k) *$486k
Average Condo Selling Price: $507,346 ($461k, $496k, $466k, $435k) *$479k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (96%, 95%, 98%, 97%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $449,900 ($450k, $450k, $450k, $450k) *$440k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $440,000 ($440k, $440k, $440k, $445k) *$440k
Average Days on Market Condos 35 (77, 80, 35, 81) *46

Active Vacant Lots: 468 (473, 461, 443, 443) *506

Market Rant
Our market here in Halifax continues to move with a steady rhythm as we roll further into the fall season. New listings are flowing in at a healthy pace, giving buyers more choice while also keeping sellers on their toes in a competitive environment. Sales held consistent with last week, showing that while activity isn’t spiking, buyers are still out shopping and writing offers.

Price adjustments ticked upward, a sign that sellers are fine-tuning to meet market expectations, while the number of conditional deals remains strong—evidence of ongoing buyer confidence despite more inventory on the table. Overall inventory levels continue to hover at higher-than-last-year counts, giving today’s buyers a wider range of opportunities compared to this time in 2023.

On the single-family side, list and sale prices are holding fairly close together, with properties averaging about a month on the market. Condos also continue to hold their own, with balanced pricing and reasonable timelines, though some units are taking a little longer to secure the right buyer. Vacant land remains steady, offering options for those looking to build from the ground up.

All told, the market is walking the line between steady and competitive—offering buyers more breathing room than in previous years, while sellers are adapting to ensure their properties shine in a busier marketplace. Stay tuned to the blog to stay informed and thanks for stopping by!