Mulgrave

Mulgrave, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Mulgrave is $149,000, across 10 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 256 days.

Asking prices work out to about $238 per square foot, based on the 4 listings that report floor area.

Vacant land in Mulgrave are listed at an average of $71,360 across 5 active listings.

About Mulgrave

Mulgrave is a small, coastal community in Guysborough County on the Strait of Canso, functioning as a service hub for nearby rural areas and as a gateway to Cape Breton via the Canso Causeway. The neighbourhood character is quiet and working-community oriented, with a mix of long-time local households, some retirees, and trades/industrial-linked workers. Amenities are modest but practical: everyday services in town and additional shopping/health services a short drive away in Port Hawkesbury. Recreation is tied to the waterfront, nearby trails, and regional community facilities.

Schools and family services are typical for a small Nova Scotia town, with most options located locally or in nearby communities within a short drive; expect limited choice compared with larger centres. Transit is primarily car-dependent, with any regional bus/shuttle options being limited and schedules not comparable to Halifax. Real estate trends generally reflect rural Nova Scotia dynamics: lower entry prices than the province’s urban markets, smaller and less liquid resale demand, and price movements that can be more sensitive to employment and interest-rate shifts. Investors typically target affordable single-family homes and small rentals, with yields supported by lower purchase prices but balanced against a thinner tenant pool and longer leasing/turnover risk.

Market pulse

Mulgrave’s market currently has 21 active listings with a median asking price of $250,000 and an average of $215 per square foot, offering buyers a range of entry points. Homes are taking an average of 191 days to sell and only 3 new listings hit the market in the past 30 days, suggesting a slower-paced environment where patient buyers may have negotiating leverage while investors should underwrite longer holding times and liquidity.

Frequently asked questions about Mulgrave

What is the average home price in Mulgrave?

The median asking price in Mulgrave is $149,000, across 10 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $259,780. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Mulgrave?

There are 10 active MLS® listings in Mulgrave as of August 12, 2026.

How long do homes stay on the market in Mulgrave?

Homes currently listed in Mulgrave have been on the market an average of 256 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 Mulgrave?

Of the 10 homes currently listed in Mulgrave, 50% vacant land, 20% detached houses.

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