Grand Manan Island

Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Grand Manan Island is $164,900, across 59 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 282 days.

2 new listings came to market in Grand Manan Island in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $220 per square foot, based on the 33 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Grand Manan Island are listed at an average of $352,417 across 30 active listings.

Vacant land in Grand Manan Island are listed at an average of $80,642 across 26 active listings.

Fog, Fundy tides, and front porches

About Grand Manan Island

Grand Manan Island sits out in the Bay of Fundy like a working postcard—fishing boats at the wharf, weather rolling in fast, and cliffs and cobble beaches that keep the horizon busy. The island’s villages—North Head, Grand Harbour, Woodwards Cove, Seal Cove—feel stitched together by Route 776, with everyday life oriented to the water, the ferry schedule, and the tides. It’s quiet in a way that’s less “sleepy” than “self-contained,” where neighbours know the wind direction as well as your last name.

The population skews older year-round, but summer brings a visible swing: seasonal residents reopen cottages, visitors fill B&Bs, and lobster dinners suddenly need reservations. Homes are mostly detached—saltbox-style houses, modest capes, and cottages—many with ocean views or a quick walk to a cove. With a Walk Score effectively at zero, the lifestyle is car-dependent (or bike-and-strong-legs dependent), and the trade-off is space, privacy, and a pace that feels a decade slower than the mainland.

Real estate on Grand Manan tends to be defined by fundamentals: condition, access, and exposure to the coast. Buyers often look for sturdy year-round houses near village services in Grand Harbour or North Head, while others prioritize view corridors, shoreline proximity, and renovation potential for seasonal use. Inventory is typically limited, and pricing can vary sharply between inland properties and those with ocean frontage, newer systems, or established short-term rental appeal—always with the coastal realities (salt air, storm readiness, insurance, and maintenance) front of mind.

Market pulse

Grand Manan Island currently has 62 active listings with a median asking price of $159,900 and an average of $212 per square foot, offering buyers a range of entry points in the market. With homes averaging 284 days on market and only 5 new listings in the past 30 days, conditions suggest a slower, patience-rewarding environment where investors may find negotiating room but should plan for longer holding and marketing timelines.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 11

Frequently asked questions about Grand Manan Island

What is the average home price in Grand Manan Island?

The median asking price in Grand Manan Island is $164,900, across 59 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $236,746. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Grand Manan Island?

There are 59 active MLS® listings in Grand Manan Island 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 Grand Manan Island?

Homes currently listed in Grand Manan Island have been on the market an average of 282 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 Grand Manan Island?

Of the 59 homes currently listed in Grand Manan Island, 51% detached houses, 44% vacant land, 2% commercial properties.

Is Grand Manan Island walkable?

Grand Manan Island 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 11.

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