Status Breakdown · Days on Market · Duplicate Listings · Sales Outcomes     This YTD analysis summarizes the performance of waterfront properties priced over $1 million within the 2025 Nova Scotia dataset. The findings highlight extended days on market, elevated non-selling outcomes, and significant relisting activity—critical indicators...

Halifax is proposing a 10.5% property tax increase for 2025, and the impact on homeowners could be significant. From capped assessments to new construction owners carrying more than their share, this tax proposal is raising serious questions about fairness. Here’s what’s really going on—and what Halifax residents deserve to understand.     Why...

  Executive Summary     The Halifax condominium market faced significant turbulence in October 2025. Elevated inventory levels, widespread price reductions, and sluggish transaction volume combined to create an unmistakably buyer-favored environment. Only 18% of available listings sold, marking one of the weakest absorption rates of the year...

The Halifax condo market in September delivered a clear picture of where things stand: balanced, but shifting. While condos remain an attractive entry point for buyers, this past month highlighted how sensitive the market is to pricing and condition.       Key Numbers for September 2025 Condos Sold: 50 units  Active Listings: 300 condos...

The Halifax real estate market in September 2025 revealed more than just active sales and new listings—it highlighted the critical story behind terminated deals.     According to data from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR), 916 deals were written in September, showing solid buyer activity. But beneath that, 93 terminated agreements...

If you’ve been talking to agents lately, you might get the impression Halifax is still buzzing with bidding wars and lineups of buyers. Let’s be clear: it’s not.     As of mid-2025, only 26% of listings are selling across Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM). Homes are taking 60 to 90 days (or longer) to sell—up sharply from the lightning-fast...

There’s renewed discussion at Halifax Regional Council about introducing a tiered deed transfer tax (DTT) — an idea championed by Councillor Sam Austin and supported in principle by Councillor Shawn Cleary. It’s being positioned as a fairer system that adjusts with home values. But in reality, this approach risks worsening affordability and eroding...

The Numbers That Don’t Add Up   If you’ve been following Halifax real estate reports, you’ve probably heard numbers that sound incredible: 78% of new listings in August sold. That paints a picture of a red-hot market where homes are flying off the shelves.     But step back for a second. Does that number really match what you’re seeing...

Key Condo Market Stats (August)     Metric Value Active on Market 205 Listed in August 82 Sold in August 40 Total Inventory Count 287 Percentage of Inventory Selling ~19.5% (40 ÷ 205) Average Days on Market (DOM) 47 days Average Listing...