Active Listings
Sold Properties
434 homes sold in the Halifax-Dartmouth area in September 2026, up 4.1% from September 2025 and down 0.2% from September 2024.
Median Sales Price
The median sales price for Halifax-Dartmouth homes was $545,000 in September 2026, up 0.9% from September 2025 and up 0.9% from September 2024.
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Median Days on Market
The median home sold in 42 days in September 2026, compared with 33 days in September 2025 and 25 days in September 2024.
Months Supply
Halifax-Dartmouth had 4.4 months of inventory in September 2026, up from 4.0 last year and 3.2 two years ago. Between 4 and 6 months is generally seen as a balanced market.
Halifax-Dartmouth Market Update: September 2026 at a Glance
September was a steady month for Halifax-Dartmouth real estate. Sales picked up 4.1% to 434 homes, while prices barely moved: the average sale price was $585,650 (+0.4%) and the median was $545,000 (+0.9%). Buyers have more to choose from, with 1,897 active listings, and homes are selling for 97.5% of list price on average.
Property type
Sales
Change vs. Sept. 2025
Average price
Median days on market
Single family
334
-0.3%
$623,814
39
Apartment / condo
53
+43.2%
$439,492
50
Townhouse
9
-25.0%
$485,656
42
Sellers: More competition means pricing and presentation matter. Well-priced homes are still selling close to asking. With our full-service flat-fee program, our clients have saved an average of $15,187* in commissions. [link: Our Flat Fee Program]
Buyers: More choice, steady prices, and more time to decide. Condos are especially active, with sales up 43%. [link: Buying With Assist 2 Sell]
Want the full story, including neighbourhood numbers for Dartmouth, Halifax, Bedford, Sackville and Eastern Passage? Read our September 2026 market blog.
Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market FAQ (September 2026)
Is Halifax-Dartmouth a buyer's or seller's market right now? It's a balanced market. In September 2026 there were 4.4 months of inventory, and 59.7% of new listings sold. A buyer's market usually starts at around 6 months of inventory.
What is the average home price in Halifax-Dartmouth? The average sale price in September 2026 was $585,650, up 0.4% from a year ago. The median was $545,000, up 0.9%.
Are home prices going down in Halifax-Dartmouth? Not really. Sale prices are flat to slightly up year over year. The MLS® HPI benchmark price, which tracks a typical home, is $541,700, down 4.1% from last September, so prices have cooled from their spring peak.
How long does it take to sell a home in Halifax-Dartmouth? The median was 42 days in September 2026, up from 33 days a year ago. Single family homes sold a little faster, at 39 days.
Which areas are moving fastest? Woodside and Eastern Passage had only 1.7 months of inventory, and Dartmouth had 2.9 months with a 28-day median. Bedford had the most supply, at 4.8 months.
Is now a good time to sell my home? Yes, if it's priced right. Sales are up and homes are selling for 97.5% of list price on average. The key is getting in front of buyers with strong marketing from day one. [link: Home Value]
What's the difference between average and median price? The average adds up all sale prices and divides by the number of sales, so a few very high or low sales can pull it up or down. The median is the middle sale, which gives a steadier picture of a typical home.
Savings figure based on comparing what sellers paid using Assist 2 Sell's flat-fee model against a hypothetical 6% commission. Source: Canadian MLS® Systems, CREA.
Ready to Make Your Move?
Whether you're thinking about selling or searching for your next home in Halifax-Dartmouth, our team is here to help. Assist 2 Sell HomeWorks Realty is a full-service brokerage — we just charge a low flat fee instead of a percentage commission, and our clients save an average of $15,187* as a result.
Get your free home evaluation today, or reach out to talk through your buying or selling plans — call us at (902) 446-3113 or visit homeworksrealty.ca to get started.
*Savings figure based on comparing what sellers paid using Assist 2 Sell's flat-fee model against a hypothetical 6% commission.
Source: Canadian MLS® Systems, CREA
Halifax-Dartmouth Market Update: September 2026 at a Glance
September was a steady month for Halifax-Dartmouth real estate. Sales picked up 4.1% to 434 homes, while prices barely moved: the average sale price was $585,650 (+0.4%) and the median was $545,000 (+0.9%). Buyers have more to choose from, with 1,897 active listings, and homes are selling for 97.5% of list price on average.
Property type | Sales | Change vs. Sept. 2025 | Average price | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Single family | 334 | -0.3% | $623,814 | 39 |
Apartment / condo | 53 | +43.2% | $439,492 | 50 |
Townhouse | 9 | -25.0% | $485,656 | 42 |
Sellers: More competition means pricing and presentation matter. Well-priced homes are still selling close to asking. With our full-service flat-fee program, our clients have saved an average of $15,187* in commissions. [link: Our Flat Fee Program]
Buyers: More choice, steady prices, and more time to decide. Condos are especially active, with sales up 43%. [link: Buying With Assist 2 Sell]
Want the full story, including neighbourhood numbers for Dartmouth, Halifax, Bedford, Sackville and Eastern Passage? Read our September 2026 market blog.
Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market FAQ (September 2026)
Is Halifax-Dartmouth a buyer's or seller's market right now? It's a balanced market. In September 2026 there were 4.4 months of inventory, and 59.7% of new listings sold. A buyer's market usually starts at around 6 months of inventory.
What is the average home price in Halifax-Dartmouth? The average sale price in September 2026 was $585,650, up 0.4% from a year ago. The median was $545,000, up 0.9%.
Are home prices going down in Halifax-Dartmouth? Not really. Sale prices are flat to slightly up year over year. The MLS® HPI benchmark price, which tracks a typical home, is $541,700, down 4.1% from last September, so prices have cooled from their spring peak.
How long does it take to sell a home in Halifax-Dartmouth? The median was 42 days in September 2026, up from 33 days a year ago. Single family homes sold a little faster, at 39 days.
Which areas are moving fastest? Woodside and Eastern Passage had only 1.7 months of inventory, and Dartmouth had 2.9 months with a 28-day median. Bedford had the most supply, at 4.8 months.
Is now a good time to sell my home? Yes, if it's priced right. Sales are up and homes are selling for 97.5% of list price on average. The key is getting in front of buyers with strong marketing from day one. [link: Home Value]
What's the difference between average and median price? The average adds up all sale prices and divides by the number of sales, so a few very high or low sales can pull it up or down. The median is the middle sale, which gives a steadier picture of a typical home.
Savings figure based on comparing what sellers paid using Assist 2 Sell's flat-fee model against a hypothetical 6% commission. Source: Canadian MLS® Systems, CREA.
Ready to Make Your Move?
Whether you're thinking about selling or searching for your next home in Halifax-Dartmouth, our team is here to help. Assist 2 Sell HomeWorks Realty is a full-service brokerage — we just charge a low flat fee instead of a percentage commission, and our clients save an average of $15,187* as a result.
Get your free home evaluation today, or reach out to talk through your buying or selling plans — call us at (902) 446-3113 or visit homeworksrealty.ca to get started.
*Savings figure based on comparing what sellers paid using Assist 2 Sell's flat-fee model against a hypothetical 6% commission.
Source: Canadian MLS® Systems, CREA
Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market FAQ: Your Top Questions Answered (August 2026)
Quick answers to the questions we're hearing most from buyers and sellers this month.
Is the Halifax-Dartmouth housing market a buyer's or seller's market in 2026?
As of August 2026, the region is trending toward balance, with months of inventory at 4.2 — up from 3.3 a year earlier. It's not yet a buyer's market (that's typically 6+ months of inventory), but it's a meaningful shift away from the tight seller's conditions of the past few years, especially in the condo and townhouse segments.
What is the average home price in Halifax-Dartmouth right now?
The average sale price across Halifax-Dartmouth in August 2026 was $592,675, down 1.9% from August 2025. The median price was $539,900, down 3.1% year-over-year.
Are home prices dropping in Halifax-Dartmouth?
Prices have softened modestly rather than dropped sharply. Average and median prices are both down slightly year-over-year, but single-family home prices have held nearly flat. Condos and townhouses have seen larger price declines, which is where buyers are finding the most room to negotiate.
How long does it take to sell a home in Halifax-Dartmouth?
The median days on market in August 2026 was 39 days region-wide, up from 32 days a year ago. Single-family homes are moving fastest at a median of 37 days, while townhouses and condos are taking longer, closer to 52 days.
Is now a good time to buy a house in Halifax-Dartmouth?
Buyers currently have more inventory to choose from than in recent years — active listings are up 17.1% year-over-year — along with softer pricing and more negotiating room, particularly in condos and townhouses. If you've been waiting for more options, this is the most selection the market has offered in some time.
What's the difference between average price and median price?
Average price adds up all the sale prices in a month and divides by the number of sales, so it can be skewed by a handful of very high- or low-priced transactions. Median price is the middle value when all sales are lined up from lowest to highest, which makes it a steadier read on what a "typical" home is actually selling for.
Thinking About Buying or Selling?
Whether you're planning to move next month or simply exploring your options, the Assist 2 Sell HomeWorks Realty team can help you understand today's market and develop a strategy tailored to your goals. Contact us today for a free home value assessment or buyer consultation.
The Bottom Line
Navigating a shifting market requires the right strategy. Whether you’re planning to sell or looking to buy, our team is here to help you make confident, informed decisions—reach out today to get started.
📞 Thinking about selling or buying this year?
Our team would be happy to review your goals, explain current market opportunities, and help you plan your next move with confidence.
Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market FAQ: Your Top Questions Answered (August 2026)
Quick answers to the questions we're hearing most from buyers and sellers this month.
Is the Halifax-Dartmouth housing market a buyer's or seller's market in 2026?
As of August 2026, the region is trending toward balance, with months of inventory at 4.2 — up from 3.3 a year earlier. It's not yet a buyer's market (that's typically 6+ months of inventory), but it's a meaningful shift away from the tight seller's conditions of the past few years, especially in the condo and townhouse segments.
What is the average home price in Halifax-Dartmouth right now?
The average sale price across Halifax-Dartmouth in August 2026 was $592,675, down 1.9% from August 2025. The median price was $539,900, down 3.1% year-over-year.
Are home prices dropping in Halifax-Dartmouth?
Prices have softened modestly rather than dropped sharply. Average and median prices are both down slightly year-over-year, but single-family home prices have held nearly flat. Condos and townhouses have seen larger price declines, which is where buyers are finding the most room to negotiate.
How long does it take to sell a home in Halifax-Dartmouth?
The median days on market in August 2026 was 39 days region-wide, up from 32 days a year ago. Single-family homes are moving fastest at a median of 37 days, while townhouses and condos are taking longer, closer to 52 days.
Is now a good time to buy a house in Halifax-Dartmouth?
Buyers currently have more inventory to choose from than in recent years — active listings are up 17.1% year-over-year — along with softer pricing and more negotiating room, particularly in condos and townhouses. If you've been waiting for more options, this is the most selection the market has offered in some time.
What's the difference between average price and median price?
Average price adds up all the sale prices in a month and divides by the number of sales, so it can be skewed by a handful of very high- or low-priced transactions. Median price is the middle value when all sales are lined up from lowest to highest, which makes it a steadier read on what a "typical" home is actually selling for.
Thinking About Buying or Selling?
Whether you're planning to move next month or simply exploring your options, the Assist 2 Sell HomeWorks Realty team can help you understand today's market and develop a strategy tailored to your goals. Contact us today for a free home value assessment or buyer consultation.
The Bottom Line
Navigating a shifting market requires the right strategy. Whether you’re planning to sell or looking to buy, our team is here to help you make confident, informed decisions—reach out today to get started.
📞 Thinking about selling or buying this year?
Our team would be happy to review your goals, explain current market opportunities, and help you plan your next move with confidence.
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