If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs in Bell's Turn, here's what's actually happening. The market is taking a breather on the house side, but condos are telling a completely different story. Let's break it down for us locals.
The average HonestDoor Price for a house in Bell's Turn sits at $316,471, down 3.13% from the previous period. That's not a crash - it's a nudge. The predicted market value is tracking at $326,713, which is actually climbing above the 3-month moving average of $322,014. So while the recent dip is real, the forward-looking number is pointing up. That matters if you're deciding when to list.
That growth rank tells us something honest. Houses in Bell's Turn sit in the below-average tier on the St. John's neighbourhood leaderboard. We're not at the bottom, but we're not leading the pack either. The good news? A 5.94% rental yield means if you're holding, the math still works in your favour.
Compare that to our neighbours - Halley Drive is averaging $524,986 and London Road is at $406,022. Bell's Turn is the more accessible entry point into this pocket of St. John's, and that has its own appeal for buyers who've been priced out elsewhere.
Condos in Bell's Turn are a different conversation entirely. The average HonestDoor Price jumped to $248,547 - up 42.85% from the previous period. That's a big number. But here's the honest part: the predicted market value is sitting at $173,994, which is well below the 3-month moving average of $259,447. Values have shifted -33.38% recently. That gap between the HonestDoor Price and the predicted value is a signal to pay close attention right now, not later.
That growth rank of 82 out of 94 puts Bell's Turn condos among the bottom performers on the St. John's leaderboard right now. If you own a condo here, this is not the time to rely on last year's gut feeling about what it's worth.
Here's the thing about your city assessment - it's a snapshot from the past. It doesn't know that condo values in Bell's Turn just swung 42% in one direction, or that house values are sitting above their 3-month average right now. The HonestDoor Price updates in real time, pulling in actual market movement as it happens.
If you're still quoting your assessed value at a dinner party, you might be underselling yourself by thousands - or overpricing yourself right out of a deal. The HonestDoor Price is the real-world check that keeps you honest. Check it now, not when your agent asks you to sign something.
For house owners in Bell's Turn, the window is interesting. The predicted value is rising above the moving average, and rental demand is strong enough to attract investors at a 5.94% yield. If you're thinking about listing this summer, you have a story to tell buyers - especially those who can't afford Halley Drive or Parliament Street prices.
For condo owners, be careful. The HonestDoor Price looks strong on paper, but the predicted value and the recent -33.38% shift suggest the market is recalibrating. Listing high and hoping for the best is a risky play right now. Price it sharp, move it fast, and don't wait for the fall market to find out where things land.
Bottom line for Bell's Turn - houses have a reasonable summer case, condos need a clear-eyed strategy. Either way, the number you need is your HonestDoor Price, not whatever the city mailed you last year.
bells turn | st. johns | july 2026This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.