Yarmouth

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Yarmouth is $329,900, across 55 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 178 days.

6 new listings came to market in Yarmouth in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $199 per square foot, based on the 25 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Yarmouth are listed at an average of $363,771 across 24 active listings.

Vacant land in Yarmouth are listed at an average of $127,943 across 14 active listings.

Homes in Yarmouth are listed at an average of $365,400 across 5 active listings.

About Yarmouth

The Yarmouth neighbourhood in the Town of Yarmouth is a compact coastal community at the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia, centered on the working harbour and the historic downtown. It has an older housing stock (many century homes and mid-century singles) mixed with small multi-unit buildings and newer infill, and a demographic profile that skews older with many long-term local households alongside seasonal residents. The area’s economy is tied to healthcare, public services, marine industries, and tourism, with walkable access to shops and services along Main Street, waterfront parks and trails, and regional attractions like the Cape Forchu lighthouse area. Yarmouth Regional Hospital is a key employment anchor, and the community is served by local public schools (e.g., Meadowfields Community School in town and larger regional options nearby) plus everyday amenities such as grocery, banking, and community recreation within short driving distance.

Transit is modest by larger-city standards, but the town core is relatively walkable and is connected by local/regional bus service (including links toward Halifax via regional carriers), while most residents and tenants rely on cars. Real estate trends reflect smaller-market dynamics: comparatively low entry prices versus major Canadian metros, a limited but steady buyer pool, and demand that can tighten quickly when supply is constrained. Investors typically target single-family homes, duplexes, and small multifamily where value-add renovations can lift rents; cash-flow potential is generally better than in big cities, but tenant incomes and liquidity on resale can be more sensitive to local employment conditions and seasonality.

Market pulse

Yarmouth’s market is showing moderate inventory with 61 active for-sale listings and a median asking price of $329,900 (about $200/sqft), giving buyers and investors a decent range of options. With homes averaging 178 days on market and only 6 new listings in the past 30 days, conditions suggest a slower pace where patient negotiation and careful deal selection can matter more than speed.

Frequently asked questions about Yarmouth

What is the average home price in Yarmouth?

The median asking price in Yarmouth is $329,900, across 55 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $353,185. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Yarmouth?

There are 55 active MLS® listings in Yarmouth as of August 12, 2026. 6 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Yarmouth?

Homes currently listed in Yarmouth have been on the market an average of 178 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 Yarmouth?

Of the 55 homes currently listed in Yarmouth, 44% detached houses, 25% vacant land, 5% commercial properties, 4% multi-family homes.

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