Fairville, Saint John - July 2026 Real Estate Report

Fairville, Saint John: Here's What Your Home Is Actually Worth Right Now

If you've been glancing at your last property tax assessment and assuming that's the number that matters, it's time for a reality check. The market in Fairville has been moving - and not always in the direction that dusty government document suggests. Here's the straight story on what's happening on our streets right now.

The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos - Two Very Different Stories

We're seeing a split market in Fairville right now, and it really depends on what type of property you own.

Houses: If you own a house here, the market is taking a breather. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $380,701, which is down 1.90% from the previous period. The predicted market value for houses is $388,058, and that number is sliding - it's below the 3-month moving average of $393,036, with a recent value change of -3.89%. On the leaderboard, Fairville houses rank 20 out of 33 Saint John neighbourhoods for growth, which puts us in the below-average tier right now. Price-wise though, we hold our own - ranking 3 out of 6 comparable areas, which means Fairville is still considered above average in price relative to its peer group.

• Average HonestDoor Price (Houses): $380,701
• Average sale price: $355,000
• Price per square foot: $166
• Predicted market value: $388,058
• 3-month moving average: $393,036
• Estimated monthly rent: $1,967
• Rental yield: 5.85% - that is a strong return
• Growth rank: 20 out of 33 in Saint John
• Price rank: 3 out of 6 in comparable areas

One thing worth noting for house owners: that 5.85% rental yield is genuinely solid. If selling isn't on your radar, renting is a real option worth running the numbers on.

Condos: This is where Fairville is quietly turning heads. Condo values are up 10.00% from the previous period, with an average HonestDoor Price of $1,035,200. The predicted market value is $941,100 and it is climbing - up from a 3-month moving average of $907,167. On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Fairville condos rank 2 out of 6 in Saint John for growth. That is a top-tier position. We are sitting below nearby Douglas Avenue ($1,020,000 predicted) and well below Saint John West and Island View, which means there may still be room to run.

• Average HonestDoor Price (Condos): $1,035,200
• Recent value change: +10.01%
• Predicted market value: $941,100
• 3-month moving average: $907,167
• Estimated monthly rent: $4,080
• Rental yield: 2.95%
• Airbnb rank in Saint John: 8th
• Growth rank: 2 out of 6 in Saint John - above average

The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Matters More Than Your Tax Assessment

Here is the thing about government assessments - they are snapshots from the past. By the time that number lands in your mailbox, the market has already moved on. The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time, pulling from actual transaction data and current market signals. It is the number a buyer's agent is looking at, not the one your municipality calculated months ago.

For Fairville house owners, the HonestDoor Price of $380,701 is actually running higher than the average recent sale price of $355,000. That gap is worth paying attention to. It tells you where the market sees value heading, even if the last few sales haven't fully caught up yet.

For condo owners, a 10% jump in HonestDoor Price is the kind of move that can mean tens of thousands of dollars in equity you didn't know you had. If your last assessment was done before this run-up, you could be significantly undervaluing what you own. Check your HonestDoor Price now - not at tax time.

The "So What?" - Thinking About Selling This Summer?

Let's be direct about what this data means if you are considering listing this summer.

If you own a house in Fairville, the window is something to think carefully about. Values are dipping - down 3.89% recently and trending below the 3-month average. That does not mean panic. It means timing matters. Waiting to see if the market firms up is a reasonable call, but waiting too long while values slide costs real money. The rental yield of 5.85% does give you a solid Plan B if you want to hold and rent while the market finds its footing.

If you own a condo, the story is the opposite. You are sitting on a 10% gain, the predicted value is rising, and Fairville ranks 2nd in Saint John for condo growth. That is a strong position to sell from. Summer inventory tends to attract more buyers, and right now the momentum is on your side.

Either way, the first step is the same - pull your current HonestDoor Price at HonestDoor.com and compare it to what your assessment says. That gap between the two numbers is your starting point for any serious conversation about selling.

This 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.