Fall River, Nova Scotia, Canada
As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Fall River is $939,900, across 27 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 142 days.
2 new listings came to market in Fall River in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $358 per square foot, based on the 23 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Fall River are listed at an average of $1,008,100 across 23 active listings.
Lakeside living, Halifax within reach
Fall River sits in that in-between sweet spot of Halifax Regional Municipality: close enough for an easy commute, far enough to feel like you’ve escaped the city. Built around the quiet pull of Thomas Lake and Fletcher Lake, the community reads as wooded lanes, long driveways, and back decks facing water or evergreens. With a Walk Score around 5, daily life here is intentionally car-oriented—school drop-offs, groceries, and sports practices happen by vehicle, and that’s part of the bargain residents make for space and calm.
The neighbourhood’s character is shaped by its lakes and its lots. Many homes are detached and set on generous parcels, with a mix of well-kept 1980s–2000s builds and newer custom construction tucked into mature trees. Families and established professionals are the dominant presence—people who want room for kids, boats, home offices, and hobbies—while still keeping downtown Halifax, Dartmouth Crossing, and Halifax Stanfield International Airport within practical driving distance.
Real estate in Fall River tends to trade on lifestyle: waterfront access, privacy, and turnkey condition command attention, and listings can draw interest from buyers relocating to HRM who prioritize space over walkability. Inventory is often limited because owners stay put, and the market typically rewards well-maintained detached homes, especially those with lake views, updated interiors, and energy-conscious upgrades. The result is a confident, upscale suburban market where “location” often means water, trees, and an easy route to the highway.
Fall River currently has 67 active listings with a median asking price of $844,900 and an average of $359/sqft, pointing to a higher-priced market with values still holding firm. Homes are taking an average of 130 days to sell, and with 15 new listings in the past 30 days, supply is building enough to give buyers and investors more choice and negotiation room, especially on stale listings.
Walk Score 5 · Transit Score 0 · Bike Score 4
The median asking price in Fall River is $939,900, across 27 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $979,489. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.
There are 27 active MLS® listings in Fall River as of August 12, 2026. 2 of them came to market in the last 30 days.
Homes currently listed in Fall River have been on the market an average of 142 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.
Of the 27 homes currently listed in Fall River, 85% detached houses, 11% vacant land.
Fall River has a Walk Score of 5 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Transit Score is 0. Bike Score is 4.