(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 161 (117) *189
Sold:  68  (112) *98
Sale To Listing Ratio: 96% (96%) *52%
Price Changes: 27 (26) *51
Listings that went conditional/pending: 112 (123)  *181
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 15 (35) *67
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  594 (706) +1,075
Absorption Rate in weeks:  X (5) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 171 (192) *441
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $517,536 ($494k) *$469k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $543,656 ($529k) *$465k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105%  (107%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $399,000 ($394k) *$350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$440,000 ($436k)*$360k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 13 (22) *59

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  36 (44) *98
Average Condo Listing Price:  $557,400 ($387k) *$328k
Average Condo Selling Price: $555,803 ($409k)) *$325k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99.7% (106%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $339,900 ($325k) *$263k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $352,000 ($343k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 30 (73) *119

Active Vacant Lots: 279 (353) *430

Market Rant
Active inventory woes continue to plague the city, and so far 2022 is kicking off the year right where 2021 left off with plummeting numbers. Usually, January signals two events for our market. The first one being the low point of the year for overall activity, but also the commencement of the market push. No doubt there are many folks doubling down on this years market in hopes we see a huge surge of listings come to market, but many more are skeptical that the damn will break this year. This lack of inventory has caused the buyer pool to grow again, and most listings in HRM that do come to market may find themselves a bit surprised by the amount of interest right now. With only 36 active condos and 171 active single family homes, its no wonder every new listing is so competitive. Sales and agreements still dredge the market floor, reporting solid numbers for the vacancy of options out there at the moment. This continued snatch up fails to give overall numbers a chance to increase, fanning the flames of this red hot market. To make things even more challenging, the continued pressure on the Halifax housing market has pushed values again, adding a few extra holiday pounds to the already inflated numbers. Looking for a visual of just how far we have come in the last couple of years? Simply scroll down to read the yearly stats round up for 2021, it may surprise you. Thanks for stopping by! 

"Can you tell how excited I am to meet you?!"
Miss Keeta can always be seen greeting people with a big grin and butt wiggles! She absolutely loves her people and will make a great heater for the winter. Keeta is a smart girl that would benefit from someone who will continue to teach her new tricks to stimulate her mind, especially during her recovery. 

Keeta had major orthopedic surgery on Nov 23 (TPLO) so will require a very specific rehab regiment for the next several weeks. Keeta has been a rockstar through this transition and proves every day how determined she is. Additional information and support will be given in advance to taking her home. 

It is important to note that Keeta has displayed resource guarding at the shelter, though this is a manageable behavior potential adopters will want to do their research in order to determine if it is the right fit for them. 

Interested in adopting? Please review our new adoption process here: https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/adoptionprocess/

This "cuddly companion" is available through the Nova Scotia SPCA, 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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

Happy New Year!! 2021 is in the rearview and all eyes are on the 2022 market year. Last year was another year lodged deep in a Sellers market, and although there were signs of fracturing, the end of the year really pushed the pedal to the metal! 

Let's kick things off with what we already know about, somewhat.... crazy low inventory levels. 2015 hit record peak inventory, and since then it's been a steady decline. It was a slow decrease year to year, until 2019 where things really started dropping, which has put us in a precarious position heading into 2022. In comparison, 2015 had 4189 properties for sale at the end of the year, where 2021 (short 6 years later) reported a measly 560, and only half of which were single family homes. Even last year, which was another record breaker, ended the year with 1306 units overall, leaving more than twice the inventory for the following market year. 2021 hit its peak of active listings in July, which is typical, but the peak was more of a hill as the overall inventory remained steady for most part of the year. Buyers have been snapping up everything that comes to market basically, which isn't giving these numbers a chance to rise, and the continued trek towards critical lows could push values even further. 

The sales report is a bit confusing, and somewhat contradictive of itself, until you look closer. Sales in April were incredible and record breaking, crushing the record by a large margin, and despite the inventory being lower than any other year in the last decade, sales hit an all time high. What followed, however, was anything but predictable with a significant drop the following month and a a continued fall to the lowest units sold in a single month for over a decade. At this point, availability of property has to be the biggest factor influencing the lack of sales, since you can't buy something that isn't available. 

No doubt the surging sale prices have been newsworthy, and felt by every buyer and seller involved in the market in the last couple of years. With two years of the pandemic market behind us, we are now getting a clearer picture of what has been happening since the initial state of emergency was called. As you can see from the above graph, all the years prior to 2020 were slow gain, with small value increases overall year to year. Headed into 2020, Halifax was already set into a sellers market in many areas of the city, but nothing like the monster that would be created by the demand of buyers and reluctance of sellers to come. 2020 was a record value gain year, ending up just shy of selling on average just below the $400k mark, Although 2021 did not see an incredible value jump like 2020 did slowly over the year, it seemed to have hit its incredible value gain peak early and dance around it for the rest of the year. There was a declining trend in June, values spiked again in September and dropped off only slightly to cap the year off and settle around a $470k average sale price.

So the good news is that values did somewhat plateau, but the lack of inventory may have been a huge factor causing selling prices to kick back up again, and even though selection is at an all time low, buyers are still making the best of it and snapping up anything they can get their hands on. 2022 is a year in question, and as weary buyers hope for a break, sellers continue to enjoy the sizzling conditions. Going to be an interesting year no doubt, and the blog has you covered, so stay tuned and stay informed! Thanks for stopping by! 

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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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 117 (163,118, 147, 151) *200
Sold:  112  (141, 143, 159, 129) *168
Sale To Listing Ratio: 96% (87%, 121%, 108%, 85%) *84%
Price Changes: 26 (26, 38, 42, 34) *43
Listings that went conditional/pending: 123 (141, 169, 168, 136)  *189
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 35 (48, 57, 24, 36) *54
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  706 (762, 778, 877, 909) +1,306
Absorption Rate in weeks:  5 (5, 5, 6, 6) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 192 (226, 239, 282, 297) *553
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $494,167 ($443k,$475k,$469k,$450k) *$421k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $529,133 ($483k,$522k,$508k,$496k) *$418k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 107%  (109%,110%,108%,110%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $394,000 ($390k,$390k,$390k,$390k) *$350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$436,000 ($436k,$437k,$437k,$437k)*$358k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 22 (18, 19, 22, 15) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  44 (54, 49, 61, 60) *117
Average Condo Listing Price:  $385,630 ($384k,$346k, $382k, $351k) *$313k
Average Condo Selling Price: $408,840 ($413k,$370k, $405k, $377k) *$316k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 106% (107%, 107%, 106%, 107%)  *101%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $325k, $325k, $325k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $342,500 ($341k, $340k, $341k, $341k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 73 (16, 13, 33, 8) *34

Active Vacant Lots: 353 (364, 372, 404, 416) *510

Market Rant
Hopefully Santa will be bringing more listings to the market for next year, if not, we could be in for another high tension market year. At this time last year the cupboards were almost bare, but this year is that much worse, with hardly any options out there at the moment. Both condo and single family homes dropped over half of their inventory volumes from last year, even vacant lots got in the mix too, shedding sizeable chunk of weight from the usually bloated stat. Not surprising that overall activity is lacking right now, new listings are way down, and even sales/pending sales are down, but I'm thinking the lack of options out there is what's keeping those numbers from being considerably higher. Speaking of higher, just look at the incredible value jump from last year! The six month family home selling price increased a whopping 20% this year, and condos an surprising 24%! Halifax, in usual markets, tends to report an annual gain of 3-5%, which is why the above changes are unusual for our "steady Eddie" market. For the first time in a few months, the average single family home listing price jumped a decent amount and now sits $44k more than last year, while condo listing prices jumped even more significantly by increasing 55k. Supply (or lack thereof) and demand continues to drive the market, and with all eyes shifting to 2022 the question of how the market will perform next year is at the forefront. The Halifax Real Estate blog has you covered though, so be sure to check in on the weekly and stay informed! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

​Happy Holidays!
​I just wanted to wish all my clients (past, present and future), friends, family and readers of the blog a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! The weekly market rant will return in 2022, with the 2021 market year summary! Be sure to stop by, you will not want to miss it! 

Pepper is an affectionate little man who is happy to be scooped up in your arms and spend all his time with you. 
He is very food motivated which is helpful for any future training and is eager to please. 

An additional transport fee of $150 will apply on top of the adoption fee. This fee will be used towards the mandatory heartworm re-test to be performed 6 months from the original test date.
Interested in adopting? Pleas e review our new adoption process here: https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/adoptionprocess/

This "cuddly companion" is available through the Nova Scotia SPCA, 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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 163 (118, 147, 151, 183) *193
Sold:  141  (143, 159, 129, 169) *178
Sale To Listing Ratio: 87% (121%, 108%, 85%, 92%) *92%
Price Changes: 26 (38, 42, 34, 30) *48
Listings that went conditional/pending: 141 (169, 168, 136, 171)  *159
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 48 (57, 24, 36, 46) *37
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  762 (778, 877, 909, 916) +1,347
Absorption Rate in weeks:  5 (5, 6, 6, 6) *6

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 226 (239, 282, 297, 311) *579
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $443,421 ($475k,$469k,$450k,$469k) *$414k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $482,569 ($522k,$508k,$496k,$506k) *$422k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 109%  (110%,108%,110%,108%) *102%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $389,900 ($340k,$340k,$390k,$340k) *$350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$436,000 ($437k,$437k,$437k,$436k)*$355k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 18 (19, 22, 15, 20) *46

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  54 (49, 61, 60, 56) *125
Average Condo Listing Price:  $384,205 ($346k, $382k, $351k, $435k) *$286k
Average Condo Selling Price: $412,615 ($370k, $405k, $377k, $429k) *$284k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 107% (107%, 106%, 107%, 99%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $325k, $325k, $325k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $341,000 ($340k, $341k, $341k, $348k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 16 (13, 33, 8, 13) *17

Active Vacant Lots: 364 (372, 404, 416, 416) *505

Market Rant
A surprising amount of new inventory additions this week, but I don't think you will hear any complaints from the weary buyers out there. New additions did seem to drag in the last couple of weeks, which sent the sales to list ratio way over annual averages, but with this weeks report, the balance has returned. Buyer activity is still strong at the moment, but with the limited inventory and time of year, most engaged in the current market have noticed a bit of a lull. Single family home averages took a hit this week, but Condo prices saw quite the opposite with a sustained value report. This time of year does tend to lend to odd reports and anomalies that do not represent the overall yearly market, but there are several factors during this time of year that account for that. Sometimes we get a ton of snow dumped on the city, sometimes there are holidays, sometimes there is simply nothing on the market for many buyers, and sometimes there is just no explanation for the market being ghosted by buyers. With the biggest holiday season on the horizon however, it does influence the market activity annually. It just seems to stand out a bit more this year with the level of uncertainty we are headed into 2022 with. All eyes on the new year at this point, and the Halifax Real Estate Blog has you covered, so be sure to stop by, or reach out if you have any questions! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

This big guy is hoping to find a new home with a large fenced in yard to run around. A high energy boy, mental stimulation will be very important as well. Bronny can startle easily with new people and unfamiliar situations so showing him lots of patience and allowing him to move at his own pace will help him to gain confidence and he will be your best bud forever..

Our hours of operation can be found here: https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/shelters/dartmouth-shelter/

You can find out more about our adoption process here:
https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/adoptionprocess/
Fill out an application here: https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/dog-adoption-application/​


​This "cuddly companion" is available through the Nova Scotia SPCA, 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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 118 (147, 151, 183, 192) *229
Sold:  143  (159, 129, 169, 162) *194
Sale To Listing Ratio: 121% (108%, 85%, 92%, 84%) *85%
Price Changes: 38 (42, 34, 30, 53) *72
Listings that went conditional/pending: 169 (168, 136, 171, 186)  *208
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 57 (24, 36, 46, 99) *123
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  778 (877, 909, 916, 942) +1,360
Absorption Rate in weeks:  5 (6, 6, 6, 6) *6

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 239 (282, 297, 311, 331) *575
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $474,955 ($469k,$450k,$469k,$472k) *$398k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $521,521 ($508k,$496k,$506k,$509k) *$403k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 110%  (108%,110%,108%,108%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $389,900 ($340k,$390k,$340k,$386k) *$350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$436,500 ($437k,$437k,$436k,$435k)*$355k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 19 (22, 15, 20, 17) *36

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  49 (61, 60, 56, 63) *130
Average Condo Listing Price:  $345,975 ($382k, $351k, $435k, $474k) *$385k
Average Condo Selling Price: $370,044 ($405k, $377k, $429k, $458k) *$377k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 107% (106%, 107%, 99%, 97%)  *98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $325k, $325k, $325k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $34o,000 ($341k, $341k, $348k, $345k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 13 (33, 8, 13, 19) *31

Active Vacant Lots: 372 (404, 416, 416, 409) *513

Market Rant
And the hits keep coming. The already decimated inventory took another significant loss again this week, reporting almost half of the total amount from last year at this time, but single family homes and condos are reporting well under level. Again, annual trend does command this reduction around this time, it just seems amplified by the already record low availability which is causing some concern for the inventory recovery in 2022. New listing additions have stalled a bit as well, which may be caused by the lacking inventory since sellers with the need to move and stay in HRM find themselves without options. Sales are still doing very well however, solid reports week to week, regardless of this inventory void. Despite the lack of property for sale, average values and the overbid percentages seem to be holding, which lends to the idea that a correction is actually underway and may start to show more during the 2022 Spring market. So it looks like we are going to end 2021 with a lot of questions and speculation for the market next year, which is not so common for the Halifax market pre-2020. What was a predictable and steadfast market has become anything but, forcing many buyers out as selling prices to rocketed to record heights. Expect the next few reports as we head to the end of the year to look bit off from usual stats, but tis the season for the unexpected! Thanks for stopping by and stay safe out there! 

This beautiful Amstaff mix is looking for that special Human. Ranger is a young (just under 2 years old) high energy good natured dog that would do well with some consistent exercise, training and steadfast love. Ranger is very friendly with people. He loves to play but can get mouthy when over stimulated and will require some gentle training to improve his manners. For this reason we recommend a home with children over 14. Ranger is a good student eager to learn and hungry for attention. We are looking for a patient adopter who will give him the proper exercise, invest in his training by taking him to classes and working with him daily. For this lucky person we feel Ranger has the potential to be a truly excellent companion and deserves the best. 

You can find out more about our adoption process here:
https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/adoptionprocess/
Fill out an application here: https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/dog-adoption-application/​


​This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, 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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 147 (151, 183, 192, 156) *250
Sold:  159  (129, 169, 162, 151) *229
Sale To Listing Ratio: 108% (85%, 92%, 84%, 97%) *92%
Price Changes:42 (34, 30, 53, 30) *88
Listings that went conditional/pending: 168 (136, 171, 186, 176)  *208
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 24 (36, 46, 99, 38) *37
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  877 (909, 916, 942, 954) +1,492
Absorption Rate in weeks:  6 (6, 6, 6, 6) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 282 (297, 311, 331, 327) *653
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $468,520 ($450k,$469k,$472k,$479k) *$400k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $507,500 ($496k,$506k,$509k,$508k) *$403k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108%  (110%,108%,108%,106%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $389,900 ($390k,$340k,$386k,$387k) *$349k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$437,000 ($437k,$436k,$435k,$435k)*$355k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 22 (15, 20, 17, 20) *35

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  61 (60, 56, 63, 58) *135
Average Condo Listing Price:  $382,247 ($351k, $435k, $474k, $417k) *$378k
Average Condo Selling Price: $405,135 ($377k, $429k, $458k, $433k) *$369k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 106% (107%, 99%, 97%, 104%)  *97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $325k, $325k, $320k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $341,000 ($341k, $348k, $345k, $342k) *$272k
Average Days on Market Condos: 33 (8, 13, 19, 32) *28

Active Vacant Lots: 404 (416, 416, 409, 423) *551

Market Rant
Over under on the sales to list ratio for the first time in awhile, but we are in the season that anything can happen so it's not too surprising to see oddball stat reports! Localized hotbeds of activity for new listings continue this week, and still a good amount of buyer interest out there as well. Weather has held out for the most part, so buyers are taking advantage, and sellers continue to take advantage of the optimal selling conditions. Holidays are approaching, and it would seem many buyers have tapped out for the rest of the year, taking a rest to recharge the search in the new year, but there are still some hoping to snag a home before the year is out. Two incredible years of an unpredictable and unprecedented market here in Halifax, so the big questions is what's next? Are we destined to keep living this market, with buyers having to salvage what little meat is left on the bones until nothing is left, or will 2022 be the year of change? We still seem to have a lot of buyer pressure from out of province bearing down on our fair city, and the bulk of buyers seems to grow by the day as what little inventory that trickles to the market is snapped up in short order. January 2022 should start the ramp up of activity, but we really won't have a good idea of how things will shape up until the Spring market has passed and we are left with the data to analyze what happened. Of course, there are ways to get indications of how the current market is performing, like checking into the blog, so do that when you can and stay informed! Thanks for stopping by and stay safe out there! 

Thor is a busy puppy that is learning all the rules of the world as he experiences socialization with a great group of dogs in his foster home. Thor walks decent on a leash, is almost fully house trained, and knows most basic commands. Thor does have separation anxiety, and resource guards some things, so this will need to be worked on. Thor loves people, but would be recommended in a home with older children due to his resource guarding. Thor is fine with the resident cat.​


​This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, 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!
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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!

​VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 151 (183, 192, 156, 241) *230
Sold:  129  (169, 162, 151, 163) *230
Sale To Listing Ratio: 85% (92%, 84%, 97%, 87%) *100%
Price Changes: 34 (30, 53, 30, 39) *88
Listings that went conditional/pending: 136 (171, 186, 176, 215)  *242
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 36 (46, 99, 38, 42) *62
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  909 (916, 942, 954, 983) +1,472
Absorption Rate in weeks:  6 (6, 6, 6, 5) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 297 (311, 331, 327, 347) *652
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $450,208 ($469k,$472k,$479k,$455k) *$416k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $495,517 ($506k,$509k,$508k,$491k) *$418k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 110%  (108%,108%,106%,108%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $389,900 ($340k,$386k,$387k,$380k) $350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$436,500 ($436k,$435k,$435k,$435k)*$354k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 15 (20, 17, 20, 18) *38

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  60 (56, 63, 58, 68) *123
Average Condo Listing Price:  $351,084 ($435k, $474k, $417k, $412k) *$299k
Average Condo Selling Price: $376,578 ($429k, $458k, $433k, $435k) *$294k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 107% (99%, 97%, 104%, 105%)  *98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $325k, $320k, $320k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $341,000 ($348k, $345k, $342k, $340k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 8 (13, 19, 32, 10) *71

Active Vacant Lots: 416 (416, 409, 423, 430) *547

Market Rant
Slightly reduced activity this week, but it was a short week since trading in real estate pauses on Remembrance Day (which is appropriate). Still, we did see a decent amount of new additions to the market, sales, and listings that accepted offers this week causing a slight reduction in the overall inventory. The six month median held fast this week, other than the six month condo sale price, which received sizeable reduction, punting it back to the values as reported last month. The absorption rate remains insanely low, as well as the overall inventory, which has caused the same fevered activity for new listings as reported in the Spring. If annual trend gets back on track, we should see the overall inventory and activity in general decline until it hits the bottom of the market year; last week of December. The big question on everyones mind is if this market will sustain for 2022, or if will continue to cool and perhaps enter into a correction year. More and more folks I talk with are of the mind that prices are here to stay, and if there is a correction it will be small. Issue with that is that we witnessed one of the largest upticks in property values Halifax has ever seen in such a short time, so prices, although drastically higher than two short years ago should only remain should the market outlast the period of volatility. Meaning, the longer this market persists, the more properties sell at these inflated prices, the more likely the overall values will stay. Should we hit a stop sometime soon and the market begins its turn, property values will become vulnerable as inventory rises and interest wains. Only time will tell, so be sure to stay on track by tuning into the Halifax Real Estate Blog! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hi everyone! My name is Chandler and I am a 4 year old, border collie mix boy weighing around 45lbs. I came from Texas several months ago, I thought I had found my forever home but turns out I wasn't quite home yet. 

I'm a little shy and it takes me a little more time to trust people, but once I warm up I love a good scratch, especially on my ears or under my chin, and I also love a good cuddle, particularly first thing in the morning! 

I enjoy the company of other dogs, but prefer to watch rather than play. I'm unsure of kids, I tend to scare easily, so I would do best in a kid-free home. As far as cats go, I haven't been around any, so I'm not sure about them yet. 

I walk really well on my leash, but it's really important that I'm always on a double leash because I am able to back out of my harness when I get scared. I can sit and come when called, but I will need some patience and training when it comes to body handling and confidence building; I tend to get nervous if I feel trapped or cornered and when walking through doorways. 

I'm not a big fan of toys right now, but I may learn to enjoy them over time. Car rides on the other hand, I'm definitely a fan of those! I'll just curl up and have a nap on route to our next big adventure together! 

At home, if there is someone around, I like to follow them around the house. If I'm alone I won't be destructive but I think I'd like someone home more than not. I am happy to say I am housetrained as well! 

I know I have a few things to work on, but I promise that your patience will be rewarded! So, if you're looking for a sweet and smart pup to join your family, I'm ready to go to my forever home with you! 

Do you think we'd be a good match? 

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, come with a 6-week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264 


​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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 183 (192, 156, 241, 178) *230
Sold:  169  (162, 151, 163, 154) *230
Sale To Listing Ratio: 92% (84%, 97%, 87%, 87%) *100%
Price Changes: 30 (53, 30, 39, 45) *88
Listings that went conditional/pending: 171 (186, 176, 215, 192)  *242
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 46 (99, 38, 42, 50) *62
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  916 (942, 954, 983, 1,003) +1,472
Absorption Rate in weeks:  6 (6, 6, 5, 6) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 311 (331, 327, 347, 355) *652
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $469,256 ($472k,$479k,$455k,$408k) *$416k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $506,208 ($509k,$508k,$491k,$437k) *$418k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108%  (108%,106%,108%,107%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $389,900 ($386k,$387k,$380k,$380k) $350k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$435,900 ($435k,$435k,$435k,$432k)*$354k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 20 (17, 20, 18, 34) *38

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  56 (63, 58, 68, 73) *123
Average Condo Listing Price:  $435,158 ($474k, $417k, $412k, $400k) *$299k
Average Condo Selling Price: $428,656 ($458k, $433k, $435k, $422k) *$294k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (97%, 104%, 105%, 105%)  *98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $320k, $320k, $319k) *$270k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $348,000 ($345k, $342k, $340k, $340k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 13 (19, 32, 10, 55) *71

Active Vacant Lots: 416 (409, 423, 430, 439) *547

Market Rant
Another week of marginal new inventory gains, which is still enough to slow the overall bulk completely draining away too quickly. This is the annual trend, but the sellers market has exacerbated the issue, causing concern for the retuning stats in 2022. Still, there seems to be a last push going on at the moment, with listings slowing arriving daily, and still greeted with the buyer activity that we have grown accustomed to. September had indications of a real slow down of buyer activity, but that has all changed again in October and November, showing glimpses of the early 2021 spring market. I still find it incredible that despite the extremely low selection, we are still seeing a solid amount of sales and listings under contract each week. Of course, these stats a bit lower than last year at this time, but we also only have a fraction of products up for grabs each week compared to last year. The six month median prices gained again this week, and these stats had all but paused in September, only to slowly claw back in the northern direction in the last couple of months. Last few months of the year seem to be blazing by, but important changes are still happening, so stay tuned to the blog to stay informed and up to date with this dynamic Halifax real estate market. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

my name is Lily. I am an 8-WEEK-old female, weighing in at 4 lbs. My mom was a rescue brought to Nova Scotia from Texas a few months ago. When my mom went to the vet to get spayed, the vet informed my rescuers that she was pregnant. I was born August 29th, 2021 and I’m now ready to start the search for my furever home although I won't be joining my forever home until I'm 10 weeks old. 

My mom is listed as a 25lb. terrier mix and my dad is unknown so how big or how small I'll be full grown is a mystery. 

Don't let my small size fool you, I am one tough little lady. I play rough and tough with all my siblings but they don't seem to enjoy it as much as I do. My foster moms are always saying "Lily, play nice." What fun is that? 

I’m full of energy, curiosity, love seeking, kisses and lots of sleepy cuddles. I like to be the center of attention and getting right into your space cause I think I’m all that and a bag of chips. I’m very playful and enjoy running on the deck with some small toys. I love chasing the falling leaves and my foster moms when they start walking fast and tell me to go, go, go. I’m new at that doggy life so I have a lot to learn. I know to use a pee pad for my relief; I might miss now and again but generally I hit the target! I love my fosters (well, pretty much all humans I meet) and want to be around them as much as possible. I will sit on the couch with you or lay on your lap while you watch TV or read a book. Since I have nine siblings, socializing well with others is no problem but playing nice I need to work on. I enjoy my kibbles at meal time; I will gobble them up and then have a bit of play time before going for a nap. I also really like the homemade treats that my foster mom makes, they are very healthy and tasty and I’m hoping that she’ll give you the recipe. 

I am still a puppy so I have alot to learn; leash manners, not to chew things I shouldn’t, more socialization, overcoming separation anxiety, recall, housetraining, enjoying new things like car rides, etc. I am the sweetest girl wanting to learn all there is to know about being a good dog. 

In short I am a puppy who requires lots of time and patience to be the best big girl I can be. It also means that I will be a 10-20 year commitment for my family. 

If you have the time, patience and are committed, then I could be the tough little lady for you!! 

My adoption fee is a $450 donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am microchipped and have had my first set of shots but set 2 and 3 at 12 and 16 weeks will be the responsibility of my adopter. I am much too young to be spayed so this will be my adopter's responsibility also once I'm old enough. I do come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. 


​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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 192 (156, 241, 178, 182) *312
Sold:  162  (151, 163, 154, 164) *242
Sale To Listing Ratio: 84% (97%, 87%, 87%, 90%) *78%
Price Changes: 53 (30, 39, 45, 43) *74
Listings that went conditional/pending: 186 (176, 215, 192, 196)  *256
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 99 (38, 42, 50, 60) *44
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  942 (954, 983, 1,003, 1,035) +1,649
Absorption Rate in weeks:  6 (6, 5, 6, 6) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 331 (327, 347, 355, 401) *783
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $471,545 ($479k,$455k,$408k,$484k) *$387k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $509,440 ($508k,$491k,$437k,$514k) *$391k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108%  (106%,108%,107%,106%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $386,200 ($387k,$380k,$380k,$380k) $342k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$435,000 ($435k,$435k,$432k,$430k)*$350k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 17 (20, 18, 34, 15) *38

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  63 (58, 68, 73, 67) *151
Average Condo Listing Price:  $474,019 ($417k, $412k, $400k, $380k) *$303k
Average Condo Selling Price: $458,356 ($433k, $435k, $422k, $394k, ) *$302k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (104%, 105%, 105%, 104%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($320k, $320k, $319k, $319k) *$269k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $344,900 ($342k, $340k, $340k, $340k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 19 (32, 10, 55, 24) *56

Active Vacant Lots: 409 (423, 430, 439, 438) *560

Market Rant
Only a couple months left to see how the 2021 Halifax real estate market will take its place in the history books, and although it will report quite differently from 2020, I'm certain it will be one talked about for years to come. Going back to the beginning of 2020, Halifax was already solidified in a sellers market, with overbids of 60k making headlines. Fast forward to today and that's pretty much a standard overbid for a semi in Sackville! Last year was a lot of wondering, a lot of "what happens next", tons of speculation and an expectation that it wasn't going to last. Well, here we are, just a few months from the finish line and what was shocking and surprising last year has become standard practice and "old news" so to speak. Buyer frustration remains s at an all time high, and the extremely lacking inventory is not helping matters at all. A lot of similar qualities in this weeks report compared to last week with a few small exceptions of course, most of which are in the "greater" column for activity, with marginal gains in most areas and products. The 6 month median single family home list/sale price dropped again ever so slightly, but the condo 6 month median reported its highest one week gain since last year. All eyes on 2022 as we approach the end of the year, but be sure to stay tuned and see how we finish off 2021. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

My name is Bruno. I am an 8-WEEK-old male, weighing in at 4.5 lbs. My mom was a rescue brought to Nova Scotia from Texas a few months ago. When my mom went to the vet to get spayed, the vet informed my rescuers that she was pregnant. I was born August 29th, 2021 and I’m now ready to start the search for my furever home although I won't be joining my forever home until I'm 10 weeks old. I can't wait!! 

My mom is listed as a 25lb. terrier mix and my dad is unknown so how big or how small I'll be full grown is a mystery. 

I am the runt of the litter weighing only 183g at birth. But look at me now, getting all big and strong. 

I’m a little shy but warm up quickly. I like to play with toys and sometimes be by myself just to chill in my own company. I’m very playful and enjoy running on the deck with some small toys. I love chasing the falling leaves and my foster moms when they start walking fast and tell me to go, go, go. I’m new at that doggy life so I have a lot to learn. I know to use a pee pad for my relief; I might miss now and again but generally I hit the target! I love my fosters (well, pretty much all humans I meet) and want to be around them as much as possible. I will sit on the couch with you or lay on your lap while you watch TV or read a book. Since I have nine siblings, socializing and playing well with others is no problem at all. I enjoy my kibbles at meal time; I will gobble them up and then have a bit of play time before going for a nap. I also really like the homemade treats that my foster mom makes, they are very healthy and tasty and I’m hoping that she’ll give you the recipe. 

I am still a puppy so I have alot to learn; leash manners, not to chew things I shouldn’t, more socialization, overcoming separation anxiety, recall, housetraining, enjoying new things like car rides, etc. I am the sweetest boy wanting to learn all there is to know about being a good dog. 

In short I am a puppy who requires lots of time and patience to be the best big boy I can be. It also means that I will be a 10-20 year commitment for my family. 

If you have the time, patience and are committed, then I could be the chill little dude for you!! 

My adoption fee is a $450 donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am microchipped and have had my first set of shots but set 2 and 3 at 12 and 16 weeks will be the responsibility of my adopter. I am much too young to be neutered so this will be my adopter's responsibility also once I'm old enough. I do come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. 


​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!

VIEWPOINT REALTY

Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping!

Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process.


Newest Blog post HERE

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)

*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 156 (241, 178, 182, 223) *312
Sold:  151  (163, 154, 164, 186) *242
Sale To Listing Ratio: 97% (87%, 87%, 90%, 83%) *78%
Price Changes: 30 (39, 45, 43, 56) *74
Listings that went conditional/pending: 176 (215, 192, 196, 223)  *256
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 38 (42, 50, 60, 48) *44
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  954 (983, 1,003, 1,035, 1,099) +1,649
Absorption Rate in weeks:  6 (5, 6, 6, 6) *7

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 327 (347, 355, 401, 424) *783
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $479,329 ($455k,$408k,$484k,$424k) *$387k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $507,494 ($491k,$437k,$514k,$459k) *$391k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 106%  (108%,107%,106%,108%) *101%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $387,400 ($380k,$380k,$380k,$380k) $342k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$435,000 ($435k,$432k,$430k,$430k)*$350k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 20 (18, 34, 15, 19) *38

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  58 (68, 73, 67, 71) *151
Average Condo Listing Price:  $417,379 ($412k, $400k, $380k, $342k) *$303k
Average Condo Selling Price: $433,302 ($435k, $422k, $394k, $370k) *$302k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 104% (105%, 105%, 104%, 108%)  *99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $320,000 ($320k, $319k, $319k, $320k) *$269k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $342,000 ($340k, $340k, $340k, $341k) *$270k
Average Days on Market Condos: 32 (10, 55, 24, 9) *56

Active Vacant Lots: 423 (430, 439, 438, 474) *560

Market Rant
Dropping like flies! The already decimated inventory continues its southern decent this week with no real sign of improvement likely coming this year, so it seems to be slim pickings until next Spring. That is the hope anyways! Seems as though usual annual trend hides in the shadows, but still lurking, while the spotlight still beams on the Sellers market and current buyer activity. Definitely a shortage of new listings being added to the market each week which is compounding the issue, so the ones that do are seeing a concentration of buyer effort. May seem slower than last year looking at the conditional sale stat, but with only half the selection of products to choose from, it makes sense that it would be lower based on availability alone. As signs point to a slight softening in the market, this lack of ability could cause a dam for buyers, and as they collect we could see the sellers market worsen, reversing the improvements made in the opposite direction. The absorption rate still remains incredible low, and indicates just how bad things could get if it plummets any further. As of now, it would take a short 1.5 months to sell off everything that is currently listed on the market, if new listings stopped all together. We are definitely teetering on the edge of a critical housing shortage, and have been since last year really. The drastic rise in prices and small amount of market softening have been the only lifelines tossed at the Halifax market really, but we are certainly walking a tightrope. Looking for improvement, so stay tuned to the blog to see if it's in the cards for 2021. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

my name is Chance. I am an 8-year-old male German Shepard, Collie mix guy, weighing in around 65 lbs. My human passed away about a year ago, and I could no longer stay with the family that took me in, so I’m now looking for a new furever home. Could that be you? 

My foster parents tell me and everyone who will listen, how smart I am. They discovered that I already know a few commands such as sit, paw, leave it, come, and no. I’m pretty sure I can learn more if you are willing to teach me. And as you can tell from my photos, I’m also very handsome. Great combination!
I am housebroken and I don’t like to brag, but I have not had any accidents while with my foster family. Don’t let my age fool you, I have lots of energy. I love to go out for walks, my foster family takes me on 3-4 walks per day and I walk really well with my harness and leash. I would love to have a fenced yard so I could be outside more and enjoy the great outdoors. I will hang out with you while you are working in the yard, noises such as lawn movers, leaf blowers, etc. don’t bother me at all. 

I love my humans (and pretty much all humans I meet) and want to be around them as much as possible. I will sit on the couch with you, lay down on the floor near you while you are cooking, working, or watching TV. I have great table manners; I do not beg for food and will just hang out near the table while you eat. I have not stolen anything off the counter in my foster home, even though I can reach. 

I sometimes forget that I’m not a lap dog, because I really want to be! I will lay my head and front paws on your lap while you sit on the couch, but after a few minutes I will move over to my own spot. I’ve been great with all the adults, kids, and teens that I have met so far, I do love to lick to say ‘hello’ and sometimes forget my size and will bump the littler ones a bit. I want to meet almost all the dogs I see on my walks in the neighborhood, big or small. I had a doggy playdate recently and I did well but I’m not sure how to play with four-legged friends yet, so my foster mom is helping me to be better at socializing and learning to play well with others. I can be a little too overwhelming for some doggies. I’ve seen lots of birds, cats, squirrels on my daily walks; but I’m not super interested in them. I might watch them for a minute, then I get bored and keep walking. 

I will bark once or twice to let you know that someone is at the door, but then happy to go greet them with you and be welcoming. I don’t love being left alone at home yet, I’m a little afraid that if you leave, you won’t come back. My foster parents are teaching me that you can leave for a bit, then come back to see me but that may take awhile so someone home more often than not would be best for me. I don’t use a crate and I’m not a chewer but be ready for me to be super excited to see you when you do come home. I used to get too excited and jump up on my humans, but I’m learning that not everyone likes that type of greeting, so licks and tail wags are my new thing. 

I love to be told when I’m being a good boy and given a little scratch or attention, and I really like being rewarded with treats too. I still get a bit excited in the car, I’m happy to be going anywhere with you (even to the vet 😊), and love sticking my head out the window while you are driving. A seatbelt would be ideal so I don’t bounce all over the place. 

My foster home has lots of stairs and I’m not comfortable going up or down the stairs inside the house yet. I am great on outdoor stairs; they are a little deeper than the indoor ones. This means that I sleep on the main floor at night and can’t snuggle with my humans, which I would prefer. So, I sleep on the couch, the rug, or at the bottom of the staircase. If I lived with you, I might like my own spot in your bedroom though so that I’m close by or better yet on your bed with you. 

I like my stuffed hippo and sometimes use her for a pillow, just carry her around with me, or ask you to play with us. I do prefer wet food (like most dogs) but that isn't ideal for my teeth so if you mix a little wet food in with my kibble, I will gobble it up but if you give me just kibble, I will graze and eat here and there. My foster mom has been giving me a dental bone/treat everyday to keep my teeth healthy and breath smelling fresh. 

I’ve dealt with a lot of changes over the past year or so and need someone to be patient with me while I settle into my new furever home. When I first got to my foster home, I would try to hump my foster mom all the time. This lasted about 2 days then I stopped. So another new situation may bring that out again however if you’re consistent with corrections, it won't take long for me to realize who's the boss and stop. 

If you are willing to take a chance on me, you won’t regret it. I am the bestest boy who just needs love and a place to call home to live out my golden years!! 

My adoption fee is a donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. 


​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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