Upper Onslow, Nova Scotia
As of September 26, 2026, the median asking price in Upper Onslow is $347,450, across 6 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 127 days.
Country Lots, Truro Minutes Away
Upper Onslow sits just north of Truro where the town grid loosens into open fields, wooded edges, and long driveways. It’s a place of practical Nova Scotia rural living—mailboxes spaced out along the road, kids’ bikes in yards, and the steady backdrop of the Cobequid hills. The pace is quieter here, but the community isn’t remote: errands, restaurants, and hospital services are a short drive away in Truro.
Homes tend to be detached and spread out, with larger lots that leave room for gardens, sheds, and the kind of weekend projects that need space. The housing stock is a mix of mid-century bungalows, split entries, and newer builds tucked back from the road, and the neighbourhood’s feel is shaped by long-term ownership and familiarity—neighbours who know each other’s names and family histories. People choose Upper Onslow for privacy and elbow room without giving up proximity to schools, recreation, and the everyday conveniences of town.
Real estate here moves to a different rhythm than central Truro: fewer listings at any one time, but consistent interest from buyers looking for land, quieter streets, and value compared with in-town neighbourhoods. Demand is influenced by Truro’s employment base and services, while Upper Onslow offers a lower-density alternative that appeals to first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers wanting one-level living. Expect competition to spike when well-kept, move-in-ready homes hit the market—especially properties with acreage, newer septic/well updates, or easy highway access for commuters.
Walk Score 1 · Bike Score 20
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