Cardigan, New Brunswick
Cardigan had a population of 5,935, a median household income of $87,000, 93% of households owning their home at the 2021 Census of Population.
Cardigan is a small, coastal village community on the Northumberland Strait in Kings County, New Brunswick, with a quiet, rural feel and a strong local identity tied to fishing, seasonal tourism, and nearby farmland/woodland. Demographically it skews older with many long-time residents, plus a seasonal population bump from cottage owners and summer visitors. The housing stock is dominated by detached homes and cottages on larger lots, with limited purpose-built rental inventory; as a result, rentals tend to be scattered single-family homes, basement suites, or seasonal/short-term accommodations rather than large apartment buildings.
Amenities in Cardigan are modest and day-to-day services are typically accessed in nearby communities such as Sussex and Saint John for broader shopping, healthcare, and employment. Local recreation revolves around the shoreline, boating, beaches, and outdoor activities, which supports some short-term rental demand in peak months. There is no urban-style public transit; most residents rely on private vehicles. Real estate trends are generally stable with thinner sales volume than cities—pricing can move in steps based on a handful of transactions, with demand strongest for well-maintained homes and water-adjacent properties; however, liquidity is lower and long vacancy periods are a key risk for investors targeting long-term rentals.
Limited market data is available for Cardigan right now, but current active listings show asking prices ranging from $64,900 to $639,000, with homes sitting on the market from 1 to 1,107 days so far. That wide spread suggests a market made up of everything from modest entry-level and rural properties to higher-end waterfront or larger homes, with different parts of the city moving at very different speeds. For buyers and investors, the short end of the days-on-market range points to pockets of fresh demand, while longer-listed properties may offer more negotiating room depending on location, condition, and lot or water access.
AI-written commentary on the active MLS® listing snapshot as of September 11, 2026. Not financial advice.
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