Fox Point

Fox Point, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Fox Point is $287,500, across 14 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 234 days.

3 new listings came to market in Fox Point in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $379 per square foot, based on the 7 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Fox Point are listed at an average of $610,270 across 7 active listings.

Vacant land in Fox Point are listed at an average of $128,243 across 7 active listings.

About Fox Point

Fox Point is a small coastal residential community in the Halifax Regional Municipality on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore, characterized by ocean views, wooded lots, and a low-density mix of detached homes, seasonal properties, and newer custom builds. The area skews toward households seeking space and quiet—families, trades/commuters, and retirees—rather than a walkable village core. Day-to-day services are limited locally, with most shopping, dining, and healthcare needs typically met in nearby communities along the coast or in Dartmouth/Halifax depending on commute tolerance.

Amenities centre on outdoor recreation (beaches, coastal access, boating/kayaking opportunities, and regional trails/parks within driving distance). Schooling is generally served through the HRCE network with bused access to schools in surrounding Eastern Shore communities rather than neighbourhood walkability. Transit is predominantly car-dependent; public transit coverage is limited compared with urban Halifax, and commuting is via regional roads to Dartmouth/Halifax employment nodes. Real estate trends tend to follow broader Halifax-area dynamics: demand for coastal lifestyle and work-from-home flexibility has supported price growth, while higher interest rates have moderated activity. Rental demand exists but is thinner and more seasonal than urban cores, with returns driven by property type, waterfront premiums, and the viability of long-term versus furnished/short-term rentals (where permitted).

Market pulse

Fox Point currently has 18 active listings with a median asking price of $242,450 and an average of $425 per square foot, giving buyers a clear view of pricing across a relatively small pool of options. Homes are taking an average of 185 days to sell, suggesting a slower-paced market where buyers and investors may have room to negotiate and perform thorough due diligence, even as 6 new listings in the past 30 days point to a modest pickup in fresh inventory.

Frequently asked questions about Fox Point

What is the average home price in Fox Point?

The median asking price in Fox Point is $287,500, across 14 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $369,256. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Fox Point?

There are 14 active MLS® listings in Fox Point as of August 12, 2026. 3 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Fox Point?

Homes currently listed in Fox Point have been on the market an average of 234 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 Fox Point?

Of the 14 homes currently listed in Fox Point, 50% detached houses, 50% vacant land.

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