East Coast Real Estate Market Update – June 2025

Halifax, Moncton, Charlottetown & St. John’s

While much of Canada faces cooling real estate activity, the East Coast housing market continues to show resilience in June 2025. With lower price points, growing demand from out-of-province buyers, and expanding job markets, cities like Halifax, Moncton, Charlottetown, and St. John’s are seeing modest price growth and steady sales activity.

🏠 Halifax Housing Market – June 2025

According to the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®, Halifax home prices have risen 4.3% year-over-year, with the average residential sale price now at $517,800.

Detached homes: $581,900
Townhouses: $460,700
Condos: $384,200
Active listings: 1,546 (↑ 22% YoY)
Average days on market: 21
(NSAR Source)

Migration from Ontario and Alberta continues to drive demand, especially in suburban areas like Bedford, Sackville, and Dartmouth.

🏡 Moncton & New Brunswick Real Estate – June 2025

New Brunswick remains one of Canada’s most affordable housing markets, with Moncton leading the province in growth.

Average Moncton home price: $348,900 (↑ 6.1% YoY)
Fredericton: $382,200
Saint John: $309,400
Sales-to-new listings ratio: 71% (mild seller’s market)
(CREA New Brunswick)

Low taxes, bilingual communities, and increased immigration are helping Moncton attract young families, retirees, and remote workers.

🌊 PEI (Charlottetown) Housing Market – June 2025

Charlottetown continues to see slow but steady growth, with demand coming from both local buyers and newcomers.

Average home price in Charlottetown: $408,500 (↑ 3.5% YoY)
Inventory: Low, with just 434 active listings province-wide
Condo market: Minimal growth, still underdeveloped
(PEIREA)

The province’s tight land availability and zoning restrictions continue to limit new supply, putting upward pressure on prices.

🏘️ St. John’s & Newfoundland Housing Market – June 2025

The St. John’s housing market remains affordable compared to the rest of Canada, with prices trending upward due to rising demand and limited inventory.

Average home price: $326,200 (↑ 2.7% YoY)
Detached homes: $348,500
Townhomes/semis: $279,900
Condo market: Flat, but affordable
Days on market: 39 (↓ from 47 in 2024)
(NLAR)

With strong government employment and increased immigration, St. John’s is starting to gain attention from investors and relocating families.

🔍 Key Trends Across Atlantic Canada

📈 Affordability Advantage: All East Coast provinces remain below the national average price
🏡 Out-of-Province Buyers: Many Ontarians and Albertans are relocating or investing
🌱 Population Growth: Immigration and return migration are driving housing demand
🔨 Limited New Supply: Zoning laws and labor shortages are slowing construction
📦 Rising Inventory: Most cities have more listings than last year, creating more options for buyers

🔮 East Coast Real Estate Outlook – Summer 2025

Stable and slowly appreciating – that’s the theme across Atlantic Canada. While interest rates remain high and affordability is tight in most of Canada, the East Coast offers value, space, and lifestyle.

Expect moderate price growth, stronger competition in hot markets like Halifax and Moncton, and continued interest from buyers across the country.

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