False Bay

False Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of September 4, 2026, the median asking price in False Bay is $79,900, across 183 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 272 days.

22 new listings came to market in False Bay in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $292 per square foot, based on the 42 listings that report floor area.

Vacant land in False Bay are listed at an average of $90,210 across 138 active listings.

Detached homes in False Bay are listed at an average of $592,814 across 33 active listings.

Homes in False Bay are listed at an average of $214,417 across 6 active listings.

About False Bay

False Bay is a small coastal/rural neighbourhood in Nova Scotia characterized by low-density housing, ocean views in pockets, and a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle built around outdoor recreation and seasonal activity. Demographics skew toward long-time local households and retirees, with some inflow of lifestyle buyers and remote workers seeking affordability and access to nature. The housing stock is primarily detached homes and cottages on larger lots, with limited new construction and relatively thin resale inventory, which can amplify price swings when demand rises.

Amenities are modest and day-to-day services often require driving to larger nearby service centres; expect local convenience offerings, community spaces, and strong access to beaches, boating, and trails. School options are typically accessed via surrounding communities rather than within the neighbourhood core. Transit is car-dependent, with limited regional transit service; most commuting is by personal vehicle. Real estate trends are driven by Nova Scotia’s broader affordability appeal, lifestyle/second-home demand, and constrained supply, with rents supported more by single-family leasing and seasonal/short-term rental potential than by purpose-built rental stock.

Market pulse

False Bay currently has very limited inventory with just 1 active listing, and the median asking price sits at $33,000. With homes averaging 78 days on market, pricing appears relatively steady and buyers may have some room to negotiate, but selection is extremely tight. For investors, the low entry price is notable, though the thin supply means opportunities may be infrequent and due diligence on each deal matters.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 5

Frequently asked questions about False Bay

What is the average home price in False Bay?

The median asking price in False Bay is $79,900, across 183 active MLS® listings as of September 4, 2026. The average asking price is $195,412. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in False Bay?

There are 183 active MLS® listings in False Bay as of September 4, 2026. 22 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in False Bay?

Homes currently listed in False Bay have been on the market an average of 272 days as of September 4, 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 False Bay?

Of the 183 homes currently listed in False Bay, 75% vacant land, 18% detached houses, 1% condos, 1% commercial properties.

Is False Bay walkable?

False Bay 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 5.

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