If you’ve been watching the Halifax real estate market and wondering where the hot spots are — or where you might still snag a deal — you’re in the right place. Every pocket of our city tells a different story, and the latest numbers paint a clear picture of where the action is happening.

As always, I like to break things down in plain language — no fluff, no jargon — just real talk about what’s happening in your backyard.

Top Performing Communities: Where Homes Are Selling Over Asking

Let’s kick things off with the areas where sellers are smiling widest — the communities where bidding wars are heating up and buyers are coming in strong.

Eastern Passage: The Underdog Stealing the Show

Eastern Passage is absolutely crushing it right now. A staggering 75% of homes here are selling over the asking price. On average, sellers are walking away with 3.31% more than their list price. The kicker? The average home price sits at a very approachable $445,537 — making this community a serious contender for anyone thinking of selling.

Cole Harbour: Hot on Its Heels

Not far behind, Cole Harbour is proving to be another seller’s dream. Roughly 71.4% of properties are closing over asking. This is a tight market with plenty of buyer competition.

Dartmouth: High Volume, Strong Results

Dartmouth wins the title for the busiest market, with 31 sales recently. More than half (54.8%) of those homes sold for over asking, with sellers landing about 1.4% extra on top of their price tag.

Fastest-Selling Markets: Blink and You’ll Miss Them

Some neighbourhoods aren’t just performing well — they’re moving at lightning speed. If you’re a buyer, don’t expect much time to think things over in these areas.

Elmsdale: Record-Breaking Speed

Homes in Elmsdale are flying off the market in just 2.8 days. That’s barely enough time to schedule a showing, never mind sleep on it.

Westphal: Sellers in Control

With homes lasting only 12.3 days on the market — and 66.7% selling over asking — Westphal is another area where buyers need to bring their A-game.

Dartmouth: Volume & Velocity

Again, Dartmouth makes the list — not just for the number of sales but for how quickly homes are moving. On average, it’s taking just 13.1 days to firm up a sale.

Premium Price Locations: Where You’ll Pay for Lifestyle

Some communities come with a price tag — and for good reason. These are the areas where buyers are paying top dollar per square foot to get the home (and lifestyle) they want.

Hammonds Plains: The Highest Price Per Square Foot

Hammonds Plains leads the way with an impressive $380.93 per square foot. That’s a premium price for those looking for space, privacy, and executive-style homes.

Halifax Proper: Right Behind It

Halifax is right on its heels at $378.91 per square foot, driven by strong demand for central, walkable locations.

Best Buyer Opportunities: Where Deals Are Still Happening

Not every pocket of the market is a seller’s dream. There are still communities where buyers have the upper hand and can negotiate a bit more aggressively.

Nine Mile River & Upper Tantallon: 100% Sold Below Asking

If you’re looking for a place to score a deal, these two areas are worth a hard look. Every single home sold recently went for less than the asking price.

Enfield: Strong Buyer Advantage

Enfield isn’t far behind, with 87.5% of homes selling below list price — averaging a discount of 4.42%. That’s a meaningful savings in today’s market.

Beaver Bank: Patience Pays Off

Beaver Bank is seeing homes sit on the market for an average of 191.8 days. For buyers, that means more time to negotiate and less pressure to move quickly.

What This Means for Buyers & Sellers

Every market tells a story — and right now, Halifax is showing us exactly where the pressure points are.

• If you’re selling in Eastern Passage, Cole Harbour, or Dartmouth — congratulations, you’re in one of the most competitive markets around. Proper pricing, great marketing, and staging will still help maximize your result, but the demand is on your side.

• If you’re a buyer eyeing Nine Mile River, Upper Tantallon, or Enfield — the market is offering you some breathing room. Take advantage of it while you can.

Final Thought: Strategy is Everything

The Halifax real estate market isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s layered, it’s hyper-local, and understanding the dynamics of each community is the key to buying or selling smart.

Whether you’re gearing up to list your home or hoping to land your next one, this is the kind of market where having the right strategy — and the right agent — makes all the difference.

If you want the full story on your specific neighborhood or you’re curious about what this means for your real estate goals, I’m always here to chat.

Let’s get you moving in the right direction.