Julia Fauteux, Real Estate Agent

06/17/2026

Most people searching for homes in Nova Scotia pay attention to things like price, size, and whether they prefer city life or a smaller town.

However, two other factors can have an even bigger effect on your daily life: how close you are to healthcare and schools.

Even if you don’t have kids, the local school district can affect how popular a neighbourhood is and what your home might be worth in the future. Also, as your needs change, being close to hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare services might matter more than you think.

Choosing the right location isn’t just about where you want to live right now. It’s also about finding a community that will meet your needs in the future.

In this article, I’ll explain why it’s important to consider healthcare and school access from the start of your home search, and how these factors can help you choose the best community for you.

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06/17/2026

A common mistake when moving to Nova Scotia is starting to look for a home before deciding which area you really want to live in.

Finding the right home is about more than just the house. You also need to think about your commute, lifestyle, budget, priorities, and what you want your daily life to be like once you arrive.

If you feel overwhelmed by all the different communities while relocating, you are not alone. Focusing on finding the right area first can make the whole home-buying process much easier.

In this post, I’ll share the key questions to ask before you start booking showings and help you figure out which communities match your goals.

Read the full article here: https://www.myhomehalifax.com/blog/350/Can+You+Help+Me+Figure+Out+Where+I+Should+Live+Before+I+Start+Looking+at+Homes

06/04/2026

May brought a booming but challenging spring 🏠 market, a May Long reset, juggling crazy schedules, and fun at home- in between the kids’ hockey, football, soccer, track and cross country 🙃. When Freddy Mercury sang “I want it all”, did he mean family, love, and health? Afterall, it’s all you need! 💙❤️💚💛🧡🤍🤎💜… that and a lot of gas in the 🚗.

…. Honourable mention to the unknown allergen that continues to destroy my eyes, not shown in photos for very good reasons. If anyone knows a dermatologist I’d be grateful!!!

05/28/2026

Some condos just make sense for real life, and this one does exactly that. Bright, affordable, and tucked into a super convenient Clayton Park location — with a layout that gives you a little more flexibility than you’d expect.

The extra flex spaces here are genuinely useful too. Home office, reading nook, workout corner, storage that doesn’t feel like a game of Tetris… all fair game. Plus, the large windows bring in a ton of natural light, which honestly makes a big difference day to day. ☀️

Property highlights:
• 🛏️ 2 Bedrooms
• 🛁 1 Bathroom
• 🌿 Bright, light-filled living spaces
• 🪴 Flexible bonus areas for office, storage, or hobbies
• 🛋️ Spacious layout with great flow
• 📍 Convenient Clayton Park location close to shopping, transit, and amenities
• 💰 Affordable option for first-time buyers or investors
• 🧺 Condo living with less maintenance and more simplicity

It’s the kind of place that feels easy to settle into — comfortable, functional, and in a location that keeps you connected to everything you need.

📍303-131 Farnham Gate Road, Halifax

Book your viewing today.

Listed by Julia Fauteux, REALTOR®, REMAX NOVA, 902-266-6100

05/26/2026

Affordable homes in Dartmouth that still feel bright, practical, and move-in ready are getting a lot of attention right now… especially this one for good reason!

12 Aberdeen Court offers a lot of flexibility for the price point, especially for buyers trying to break into the market without taking on a full renovation project right away.

The layout is practical, the spaces are bright, and the basement flex space leaves room to grow into the home over time!

Property highlights:

• 🛏️ 3 bedrooms
• 🛁 1 + 1/2 bathrooms
• 🌿 Bright natural light throughout
• 🍽️ Updated kitchen cabinetry + good storage
• 🚗 Convenient Dartmouth location close to a ton of amenities
• 💰 Strong option for buyers looking for affordability and long-term value

📍12 Aberdeen Court, Dartmouth

Book your viewing today.

Listed by Julia Fauteux, REALTOR®, REMAX NOVA, 902-266-6100

05/22/2026

$29M in funding coming to my home town of Cole Harbour.
68 units under the Build Canada Homes Program.

Let's hope traffic on Caldwell Road isn't impacted.... again...

Today, the federal government, in partnership with Millbrook First Nation, announced over $29.56 million in combined funding to help build a 68-unit apartment building in the Cole Harbour area of the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM).

05/19/2026

I ran HRM’s recent 2026 market stats through ChatGPT out of curiosity.

The analysis was… a little too accurate.

The biggest shift happening in Halifax right now isn’t that the market is “slow.” It’s that buyers have become much more selective than they were a few years ago.

We’ve moved from an “almost everything sells” market to a “the right homes sell very well” market.

Just in this reporting period (MLS® dates Jan 1, 2026 – May 18, 2026):
• 202 new listings
• 135 price reductions
• 124 sales
• Average sale-to-list ratio: 99.2%

That’s still a very active market.

But pricing strategy, presentation, and location matter more now than they used to. Buyers are taking more time, comparing options more carefully, and hesitating on listings that feel overpriced or poorly positioned.

Meanwhile, well-prepared homes in strong neighbourhoods are still moving quickly.

Some of the busiest areas recently:
🏡 Bedford
🏡 Clayton Park
🏡 Portland Estates
🏡 Timberlea

What’s interesting is that almost every community is seeing a slightly slower pace overall, which honestly isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It gives buyers a little more room to think, negotiate, and make decisions carefully instead of reacting under pressure.

The market’s still moving. It’s just moving differently than it did during the peak frenzy years.

✌️ Julia

05/19/2026

There’s something nice about a home that just feels easy to live in.

162 Sunnyvale Crescent has that kind of layout, bright spaces, practical updates, and enough room to spread out a bit without things feeling overly formal. It’s tucked into an established Lower Sackville neighbourhood that’s close to everyday essentials, but still feels pretty residential and quiet. 🏡

Also, the kitchen has the kind of storage people usually realize they need after living without it for a year.

A few highlights:
• 🛏 3 Bedrooms
• 🛁 2 Bathrooms
• 🌿 Large backyard space
• ✨ Updated kitchen and bathrooms
• ❄️ Heat pump for efficient heating & cooling
• 🪵 Cozy lower-level living area with wood stove
• 🚗 Convenient location close to schools, parks, and amenities

A solid option for anyone looking for more space without heading too far outside the city.

Book your viewing today.

Listed by Julia Fauteux, REALTOR®, REMAX NOVA, 902-266-6100

05/19/2026

There’s something really nice about a place that keeps things simple in the best way.

7 Hiltz Hill Road in Martins River is the kind of property that feels practical, comfortable, and easy to settle into, with oceans, lakes, and Mahone Bay all just minutes away. 🌊

A few standout features:
• 🛏️ 3 bedrooms
• 🛁 1 bathroom
• 🔥 WETT-certified wood stove
• ❄️ Efficient heat pumps
• ⚡ Wired-in generator
• 📍 Just 5 minutes to Mahone Bay

The home has also been pre-inspected, which is always a nice bonus going into a purchase.

Honestly, it’s the type of property that works well for a lot of different lifestyles; whether you’re downsizing, looking for a quieter pace, or just want to be closer to the South Shore without being too far from Halifax.

Book your viewing today.

Listed by Julia Fauteux, REALTOR®, REMAX NOVA, 902-266-6100

05/12/2026

Nova Scotia real estate stats year-to-date are starting to show a pretty noticeable shift in the market, especially for sellers who haven’t bought or sold in a while.

Inventory is climbing in many areas, buyers are taking a little more time, and conditions like financing and inspections are becoming much more common again. That doesn’t mean homes aren’t selling. They absolutely are. But the strategy behind pricing and presentation matters a lot more than it did a few years ago.

A few interesting local takeaways so far in 2026:
📍 Halifax-Dartmouth average prices are still sitting in the mid-$600Ks, despite more inventory coming to market.

📍 Many South Shore areas continue to see strong interest, particularly for properties under the $500K mark.

📍 In several rural and cottage markets, well-priced homes are still moving quickly — but buyers are being noticeably more selective about condition, deferred maintenance, and overall value.

📍 Days on market are increasing in a lot of regions compared to the “everything sells in 48 hours” era. For many sellers, this adjustment is new territory.

What’s becoming increasingly clear is that Nova Scotia real estate is no longer a one-size-fits-all market. Halifax behaves differently from the South Shore. The Valley behaves differently from Cape Breton. Even neighbourhood-to-neighbourhood strategy is changing.

The biggest mistake I’m seeing right now is people relying on advice from 2021/2022 without realizing how much buyer behaviour has shifted since then.

Thoughts? Leave them down below!