Forest Hills, Saint John - July 2026 Real Estate Report

Forest Hills, Saint John: Prices Are Dipping - But This Neighbourhood Is Holding Its Own

The Vibe Right Now

If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs in Forest Hills, here's what's actually happening. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $331,557, and yes, it's down 2.37% from the last period. The market is taking a breather. But before you panic, zoom out for a second - Forest Hills is still punching above its weight in Saint John.

On the transaction side, there were 9 property sales in 2026 so far. That ranks Forest Hills 5th in Saint John for total transactions. This neighbourhood is not sitting still. People are still buying and selling here, which matters more than a small price dip.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $331,557
• Recent price change: -2.37%
• Predicted market value: $339,610
• 3-month moving average: $339,954
• Property transactions in 2026: 9 (ranked 5th in Saint John)
• Growth rank: 12 out of 33 neighbourhoods in Saint John - above average

Houses in Forest Hills - What the Numbers Actually Say

We are looking at a predicted value of $339,610 for houses here. That number is slightly trailing the 3-month moving average of $339,954, which tells us the short-term trend is softening a little. Values are down 3.18% recently. That is not a crash - that is a correction. The difference between those two things is important for our wallets.

Here is the part that should get your attention if you own a rental or are thinking about one. The estimated rent for a Forest Hills house is $1,748 per month, with a rental yield of 5.94%. That is a strong return. In plain terms, if you bought here and rented it out, your money is working harder than it would in most Saint John neighbourhoods. The average rental estimate across the neighbourhood sits at $1,705 per month, which lines up closely.

On the short-term rental side, the Airbnb income potential is around $85 to $87 per night. Forest Hills ranks 21st in Saint John for Airbnb - not the top of the leaderboard, but not the bottom either. If you have a spare unit or a basement suite, it is worth running the numbers.

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

Here is the thing about your city assessment. It is a snapshot from the past. The city looks at sales data from a window that can be 12 to 18 months old, runs it through a formula, and mails you a number. By the time that letter hits your mailbox, the market has already moved.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time. Right now it is showing $331,557 as the average for Forest Hills - and a predicted value of $339,610 for houses specifically. That gap between what the city thinks your home is worth and what a buyer would actually pay today is where money gets left on the table. If you are planning any financial decisions - refinancing, selling, even just understanding your net worth - use the HonestDoor Price as your real-world check, not the assessment notice.

Forest Hills also ranks 12th out of 33 comparable Saint John neighbourhoods for growth. That puts us in the above-average tier. Not first place, but solidly in the top half of the leaderboard. That context matters when you are comparing us to nearby areas.

How Do We Stack Up Against the Neighbours?

Let us be straight about where Forest Hills sits on the block. Nearby neighbourhoods are priced higher across the board right now.

• Mc Allister: Average HonestDoor Price $484,972 - much higher than Forest Hills
• Brookville: Average HonestDoor Price $474,815 - also much higher
• Lakewood: Average HonestDoor Price $364,274 (predicted $383,325) - slightly more expensive

What this tells us is that Forest Hills is the relative value play in this part of Saint John. If a buyer is priced out of Mc Allister or Brookville, Forest Hills is the next logical stop. That kind of demand from neighbouring price pressure is exactly what puts a floor under our values even when the broader market softens.

The So What - Should You Sell This Summer?

If you are thinking about listing this summer, here is the honest take. Prices are slightly off their recent peak, and the short-term trend is pointing down a little. Waiting for a big rebound is a gamble. But Forest Hills is still an active market - ranked 5th in Saint John for transactions - and buyers are still showing up.

The sweet spot right now is pricing sharp and pricing right. A home listed at a realistic HonestDoor Price will move. A home priced on hope or on a stale city assessment will sit. Buyers in 2026 are doing their homework. You should too.

Check your HonestDoor Price before you call your agent. It takes two minutes and it gives you the real number - not last year's number.

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.