Digby

Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Digby is $340,000, across 33 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 171 days.

6 new listings came to market in Digby in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $263 per square foot, based on the 26 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Digby are listed at an average of $417,871 across 24 active listings.

About Digby

Digby is a small coastal town and regional service centre on the Annapolis Basin, known for its fishing heritage (notably scallops), walkable waterfront, and seasonal tourism. The neighbourhood includes the historic core around Water Street and the harbour, with a mix of older wood-frame houses, small multi-unit buildings, and newer infill on the town’s edges. Demographics skew older with many long-time residents, but there is also steady demand from healthcare, public-sector, and service workers tied to the local economy.

Key amenities cluster along Warwick Street and the waterfront: grocery and essentials, local restaurants and marinas, community services, and easy access to scenic coastal routes. Primary and secondary schooling is provided locally through the regional school system, and daily needs are generally reachable by car within minutes; public transit is limited, so vehicle ownership is common. The real estate market tends to be more affordable than Halifax and other major Nova Scotia centres, with demand supported by value-seeking buyers, retirees, and some short-term rental interest in peak months. Recent trends have included moderate price appreciation from a low base, tighter rental availability for quality long-term units, and yields that can be attractive on well-bought properties, tempered by slower liquidity, seasonality, and a smaller buyer pool.

Market pulse

Market activity in Digby’s Digby neighbourhood is currently difficult to benchmark because there is limited market data available right now. With so few reported data points, pricing and days-on-market trends are less reliable, so buyers may find opportunities through careful comparable analysis while investors should prioritize property-level fundamentals and be prepared for higher uncertainty in short-term valuations.

Getting around

Walk Score 6 · Bike Score 28

Frequently asked questions about Digby

What is the average home price in Digby?

The median asking price in Digby is $340,000, across 33 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $451,833. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Digby?

There are 33 active MLS® listings in Digby as of August 12, 2026. 6 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Digby?

Homes currently listed in Digby have been on the market an average of 171 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in Digby?

Of the 33 homes currently listed in Digby, 73% detached houses, 9% commercial properties, 6% duplexes, 3% vacant land.

Is Digby walkable?

Digby has a Walk Score of 6 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 28.

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