Dumfries

Dumfries, New Brunswick, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Dumfries is $334,900, across 4 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 43 days.

1 new listing came to market in Dumfries in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $211 per square foot, based on the 4 listings that report floor area.

About Dumfries

Dumfries is a small rural neighbourhood/area in central New Brunswick within the wider Dumfries region, characterized by low-density housing, wooded lots, and a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle. Demographics tend to skew toward families and long-term residents, with a meaningful share of commuters and trades/resource-related workers who value affordability and space over walkability. The area offers basic local services nearby, but most day-to-day shopping, healthcare, and dining are typically accessed in larger surrounding centres; recreation is largely outdoor-focused (trails, lakes/rivers, hunting/fishing and seasonal activities). Amenities are car-dependent, and the neighbourhood feel is more “country residential” than urban.

Schooling is generally served through nearby communities within the regional Anglophone/Francophone school networks (often requiring busing), and post-secondary options are accessed in larger hubs in the province. Public transit is minimal to non-existent, making vehicle ownership the norm. Real estate is dominated by detached homes and acreage properties, with limited purpose-built rentals; demand is driven by affordability seekers, remote workers, and buyers priced out of larger markets. Investment conditions typically feature steady but less liquid resale activity, moderate rents supported by limited supply, and price growth that can be lumpy year-to-year but has trended upward over the past five years in line with broader Atlantic Canada dynamics.

Market pulse

Dumfries currently has 10 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $299,950 and an average of $294/sqft, suggesting pricing is holding in a fairly tight selection. Homes are averaging 73 days on market, pointing to a more measured pace where buyers have time to compare options and negotiate. With 4 new listings in the past 30 days, fresh supply is arriving but not surging, which can help support values while still offering opportunities for value-focused investors.

Frequently asked questions about Dumfries

What is the average home price in Dumfries?

The median asking price in Dumfries is $334,900, across 4 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $429,700. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Dumfries?

There are 4 active MLS® listings in Dumfries as of August 12, 2026. 1 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Dumfries?

Homes currently listed in Dumfries have been on the market an average of 43 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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