Cable Head West

Cable Head West, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Cable Head West is $494,000, across 5 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 216 days.

About Cable Head West

Cable Head West is a small, rural coastal area on PEI’s northeast shore known for wide-open farmland, dunes and beaches near Cable Head and the Greenwich sector of Prince Edward Island National Park. The neighbourhood is characterized by low-density housing (detached homes, cottages, and seasonal properties), a quieter year-round population with an influx of summer residents and visitors, and a lifestyle centered on beach access, golf and outdoor recreation. Day-to-day services are limited locally; most shopping, healthcare and year-round amenities are accessed by driving to nearby communities such as St. Peters Bay, Morell, or Souris, with Charlottetown reachable in roughly 45–60 minutes depending on location and road conditions.

Amenities skew strongly to tourism and nature: beach and trail access, nearby campgrounds, and seasonal dining/markets in the surrounding bayside villages. There is no practical public transit; vehicle access is essential, which affects tenant demand and the type of renter attracted (seasonal staff, longer-term rural tenants, and short-term vacation guests). Schools are typically served via regional public school catchments in nearby towns rather than within the neighbourhood itself, making it less oriented to walkable family living and more to lifestyle/retirement or vacation use. Real estate trends here tend to be driven by PEI’s broader in-migration and limited coastal inventory: prices have risen meaningfully over the past five years, with more recent growth moderating, while income strategies are often strongest when properties can be positioned for seasonal/short-term rental or furnished mid-term stays rather than relying purely on long-term rents.

Market pulse

Cable Head West currently has 11 active listings with a median asking price of $325,000, indicating a modest amount of choice for buyers at a mid-market price point. With average time on market at 504 days, demand appears subdued and listings are taking a long time to sell, which can strengthen buyer negotiating power and reward investors who can be selective and patient.

Frequently asked questions about Cable Head West

What is the average home price in Cable Head West?

The median asking price in Cable Head West is $494,000, across 5 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $427,600. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Cable Head West?

There are 5 active MLS® listings in Cable Head West as of August 12, 2026.

How long do homes stay on the market in Cable Head West?

Homes currently listed in Cable Head West have been on the market an average of 216 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

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