If you only looked at headlines, you might think Halifax’s new construction market slowed down in December 2025. The reality is more nuanced — and far more interesting. According to December 2025 data from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR), new construction activity didn’t stall. It sorted itself. Builders continued to bring product...

If you’re wondering why your home hasn’t sold — or you’re planning to list in Halifax in 2026 — December’s real estate data tells a very clear story. The Halifax real estate market didn’t crash in December. It didn’t freeze either. What it did do was thin out, slow down, and quietly raise the bar for sellers. Let’s break down what...

Is the Halifax Water Rate Decision Good for Halifax Residents?   Short answer: It’s better than what was proposed — but it’s not a win. In December 2025, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board approved Halifax Water’s request for rate increases beginning January 1 and April 1, 2026 — but with significant reductions. While headlines may...

Halifax's single-family home market concluded 2025 with a pronounced inventory shortage that fundamentally reshaped market dynamics through the fourth quarter. While new listing activity declined 72% from October to early December, buyer demand remained robust, creating competitive conditions that favored well-positioned properties. The market demonstrated...

Stats from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR)   December didn't tiptoe in this year — it marched in carrying a stack of mixed signals that only the Halifax real estate market could decode. The first seven days of the month tell a story of an active yet strangely uneven marketplace, where buyers are out looking, but not necessarily...

The latest analysis of 39 new-construction sales across Halifax Regional Municipality shows a market defined by pricing precision, geographic variability, and clear differences in builder strategy. While overall activity remains steady, performance is not uniform; certain communities are commanding premium values while others are experiencing slower...

Market Analysis | December 2024   In a recent conversation with Statistics Canada's Housing Statistics team, several critical data points emerged that underscore the structural challenges facing Halifax's housing market. For investors, executives, and professionals considering Halifax real estate, understanding these dynamics is essential to making...

  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...