East Kemptville

East Kemptville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in East Kemptville is $125,000, across 13 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 145 days.

2 new listings came to market in East Kemptville in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $138 per square foot, based on the 3 listings that report floor area.

Vacant land in East Kemptville are listed at an average of $105,740 across 10 active listings.

About East Kemptville

East Kemptville is a small rural community in southwestern Nova Scotia (Yarmouth County) known for its wooded lots, lakes, and low-density housing made up largely of detached homes, mini-homes, and seasonal/recreational properties. The area skews toward long-term local residents, retirees, and households seeking affordability and space, with a lifestyle oriented around outdoor recreation (hunting, fishing, ATV/snowmobile trails) rather than walkable commercial nodes. Day-to-day services are typically accessed by car in nearby communities (most commonly Yarmouth/Argyle area) where groceries, healthcare, and larger employers are located.

Amenities within East Kemptville itself are limited and driving is essential; there is no conventional urban transit service. School options are generally served through the regional public system, with students commuting to schools in surrounding towns depending on catchment boundaries. The real estate market tends to be thinly traded with fewer listings, more variability in home condition and lot size, and values influenced by waterfront access, road maintenance, and well/septic considerations. Investment demand is primarily for low-cost single-family rentals or rent-to-own style housing, but tenant depth is smaller than in Halifax/HRM, so investors should budget for longer leasing times and higher management/maintenance logistics. Pricing has benefited from broader Nova Scotia in-migration and affordability spillover, though appreciation is typically more volatile and less liquid than in larger centres.

Market pulse

East Kemptville currently has 23 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $189,900 and an average of $275/sqft, suggesting relatively attainable pricing with some variability in value by property. Homes are taking an average of 163 days on market, indicating a slower pace that may give buyers and investors more room to negotiate and complete due diligence. With 5 new listings in the past 30 days, inventory is still turning over, but conditions remain generally favorable for patient buyers seeking leverage.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 26

Frequently asked questions about East Kemptville

What is the average home price in East Kemptville?

The median asking price in East Kemptville is $125,000, across 13 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $149,569. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in East Kemptville?

There are 13 active MLS® listings in East Kemptville as of August 12, 2026. 2 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in East Kemptville?

Homes currently listed in East Kemptville have been on the market an average of 145 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 East Kemptville?

Of the 13 homes currently listed in East Kemptville, 77% vacant land, 15% detached houses.

Is East Kemptville walkable?

East Kemptville has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 26.

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