Lower Sackville

Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Lower Sackville is $499,900, across 39 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 42 days.

16 new listings came to market in Lower Sackville in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $303 per square foot, based on the 35 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Lower Sackville are listed at an average of $536,817 across 29 active listings.

Everyday ease on Sackville Drive

About Lower Sackville

Lower Sackville sits where Halifax’s suburban expansion meets the old Sackville River valley—part bedroom community, part self-sufficient service hub. The area grew rapidly from its earlier rural roots, and you can still feel that “in-between” character: wooded pockets, lakes and trails, then a quick turn onto Sackville Drive where errands, coffee, and takeout happen fast.

Life here is practical and family-forward. You’ll see young families, tradespeople, and working professionals who want space without leaving the Halifax commute behind, plus longtime residents who remember when the main strip was quieter. Days revolve around school drop-offs, soccer fields, shopping runs at the big retail nodes, and weekend loops on nearby greenways and lakes.

Real estate is defined by variety and value relative to the Peninsula: older detached homes on larger lots, split-entry and bungalow-style houses, and a steady stream of newer infill, townhomes, and small-lot subdivisions that keep inventory changing. Buyers tend to prioritize parking, yard space, and a straightforward drive to Burnside, Bedford, or downtown—while accepting that walkability is limited (Walk Score 43) and most trips still start with car keys.

Market pulse

Lower Sackville currently has 65 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $514,900 and an average of $302/sqft, suggesting a mid-range price point with relatively consistent pricing across available inventory. Homes are averaging 63 days on market, and with 28 new listings in the past 30 days, supply is being replenished at a steady pace—giving buyers more choice and negotiating room while investors should watch days-on-market and price-per-square-foot for pockets of value.

Getting around

Walk Score 43 · Transit Score 38 · Bike Score 20

Frequently asked questions about Lower Sackville

What is the average home price in Lower Sackville?

The median asking price in Lower Sackville is $499,900, across 39 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $532,849. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Lower Sackville?

There are 39 active MLS® listings in Lower Sackville as of August 12, 2026. 16 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Lower Sackville?

Homes currently listed in Lower Sackville have been on the market an average of 42 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 Lower Sackville?

Of the 39 homes currently listed in Lower Sackville, 74% detached houses, 5% condos, 3% duplexes, 3% vacant land.

Is Lower Sackville walkable?

Lower Sackville has a Walk Score of 43 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — most errands require a car. Transit Score is 38. Bike Score is 20.

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