Halifax Single-Family Home Sales – July 2025 Market Report

If you’re wondering how the Halifax housing market held up in July, the answer is: better than most expected. Despite a lot of headlines suggesting buyer fatigue and affordability concerns, 435 single-family homes sold across HRM — and a good chunk of them sold fast.

This isn’t just another “market update.” It’s a breakdown of what’s really going on behind the sold signs. Spoiler alert: buyers are still buying, sellers are still getting decent returns — but only when the price is right.

 Quick Stats at a Glance

• Total Sales: 435 homes

• Average Sale Price: $609,440

• Median Sale Price: $565,000

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 98.3%

• Average Days on Market (DOM): 28 days

• Median DOM: 11 days

• Homes Sold in 30 Days or Less: 70%

So, what does this tell us? The bulk of homes sold in under a month — but there’s a decent chunk sitting longer, likely due to either price or presentation (or both).

Days on Market: What’s the Rush?

A median DOM of 11 days signals a competitive market, where buyers aren’t wasting time. That said, the average DOM is 28, which tells a slightly different story: not every home is flying off the shelf.

Here’s how it breaks down:

• Hot Market (0–7 Days): Super competitive

• Active Market (8–30 Days): Typical

• Moderate (31–60 Days): Slower, possibly due to pricing missteps

• Extended (60+ Days): Needs adjustment — either in strategy or expectations

Wild stat of the month: One listing sat on the market for 822 days. Not a typo.

Pricing Insights: Who’s Getting What?

Let’s talk money — specifically, how close sellers are getting to what they’re asking.

• Sold Over List: 147 homes (34%)

  • Average amount over: $24,847

• Sold At List: 34 homes (8%)

• Sold Under List: 254 homes (58%)

  • Average amount under: $42,037

Yes, most homes sold under list — and not by a little. If your pricing strategy starts with “let’s test the market,” you may be in for a long wait and a bigger price drop than you wanted.

Top 12 Communities by Sales Volume

High-Volume Performers:

1. Dartmouth – 68 Sales | $587,686 | 15 DOM

2. Halifax – 57 Sales | $649,800 | 22 DOM

3. Bedford – 27 Sales | $853,511 | 35 DOM

 Secondary Markets Worth Watching:

4. Middle Sackville – 26 Sales | $563,623 | 40 DOM

5. Lower Sackville – 25 Sales | $489,316 | 17 DOM

6. Eastern Passage – 23 Sales | $494,878 | 14 DOM

Emerging Spots:

• Cole Harbour – 15 Sales | $536,831 | 16 DOM

• Fall River – 14 Sales | $772,750 | 66 DOM

• Beaver Bank – 12 Sales | $635,510 | 33 DOM

• Timberlea – 11 Sales | $619,964 | 17 DOM

• Hammonds Plains – 10 Sales | $837,562 | 49 DOM

• Porters Lake – 9 Sales | $536,867 | 20 DOM

 Fastest-Selling Areas

• Eastern Passage: 14 days

• Dartmouth: 15 days

• Cole Harbour: 16 days

• Lower Sackville: 17 days

If you’re in one of these areas and you're priced right, expect fast action.

Highest Price Points

• Bedford: $853,511

• Hammonds Plains: $837,562

• Fall River: $772,750

Luxury buyers are still out there — but they’re pickier and expect more. These homes take longer to sell, but they’re still pulling solid numbers.

Takeaways for Sellers

• Strategic pricing matters. The average home sold for 98.3% of list — so don’t go fishing above market value unless you’re okay being the one with 60+ DOM.

• Prep counts. Fast sales are going to homes that show well and are priced smart.

• You’ve got competition. Over 1,300 active listings are out there — and buyers are cautious, not desperate.

Tips for Buyers

• Move quickly. If you find “the one,” don’t sit on it.

• Look for value in longer listings. Homes over 60 DOM might have wiggle room or simply need a fresh set of eyes.

• Know your pocket. Dartmouth and Sackville are moving fast but still offering reasonable price points.

Final Thoughts

July 2025 shows us a Halifax market that’s steady, not sluggish — with a good mix of high-volume areas and emerging sweet spots. Buyers are out there, but they’re watching their dollars. Sellers who come to market ready (and realistic) are still winning.

If you're thinking of selling in the next few months, now’s the time to prep and price right — and I’d be happy to help you figure out what that means for your home.