Forest Hills, Saint John - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Forest Hills, Saint John: Steady as She Goes, But Here's What You Need to Know

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 $340,968, up 0.69% from the previous period. Not a rocket ship, but not a slide either. The market is taking a breather - and that's not a bad thing for owners who bought smart.

The predicted market value for houses here is $338,630, which is ticking upward from a 3-month moving average of $336,599. That's a consistent, quiet climb. We're not seeing the flashy jumps some neighbourhoods get, but we are seeing real, steady movement in the right direction. Property values have shifted 2.13% recently, which tells us buyers are still active and paying real money for homes on our streets.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $340,968
• Predicted Market Value: $338,630
• 3-Month Moving Average: $336,599
• Recent Value Change: 2.13%
• Transactions in 2026: 30 - ranking us 4th in all of Saint John for total sales activity

The Neighbourhood Leaderboard

Let's be straight about where Forest Hills sits. Our growth rate ranks 19th out of 33 comparable neighbourhoods in Saint John. That puts us in the below-average tier for growth speed. But here's the flip side - we ranked 4th in total transactions. That means buyers are actually showing up and closing deals here. Activity matters. A neighbourhood that nobody buys in is a neighbourhood going nowhere.

Now look at what's around us. Mc Allister is sitting at $503,786 and Brookville is at $488,357. Those are much higher price points than Forest Hills. Lakewood comes in at $372,592 - only slightly above us. What this tells us is that Forest Hills is still one of the more accessible entry points in this pocket of Saint John. That's a real selling point when you're trying to attract buyers who've been priced out of the neighbours next door.

• Mc Allister average HonestDoor Price: $503,786
• Brookville average HonestDoor Price: $488,357
• Lakewood average HonestDoor Price: $372,592
• Forest Hills average HonestDoor Price: $340,968

The Secret Sauce - Why Your HonestDoor Price Beats Your Tax Assessment

Here's the thing most homeowners in Forest Hills don't realize. Your city assessment is a snapshot from the past. It gets updated on a schedule that has nothing to do with what a buyer would actually pay you today. The HonestDoor Price is a real-time estimate that moves with the market - not with a government calendar.

Right now, our predicted value of $338,630 is already running ahead of the 3-month moving average. That gap is live information. Your tax assessment doesn't know that. If you're making any financial decision - refinancing, selling, even just figuring out if your home insurance makes sense - the HonestDoor Price is the real-world check you need. Pull it now, not six months from now when the city finally catches up.

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

If selling is on your mind, here's the honest read. Forest Hills is not the hottest market in Saint John right now, but it is one of the busiest. Ranking 4th in total transactions means buyers are coming here. That's foot traffic. That's offers.

Your rental story also works in your favour if you're marketing to investors. An estimated rent of $1,749 per month with a rental yield of 5.94% is a strong number. That's the kind of return that gets an investor's attention. And with an Airbnb estimate of $87 per night - ranking 20th in Saint John for short-term rental potential - there's a secondary pitch you can make to the right buyer.

The play this summer is simple. Price it right using your HonestDoor Price as your anchor, not an old assessment. Lean into the value gap between Forest Hills and Mc Allister or Brookville - buyers who want this part of Saint John but can't stretch to $488,000 are going to land here. Be ready for them.

• Average rental estimate: $1,749 per month
• Rental yield: 5.94%
• Airbnb estimate: $87 per night
• Airbnb rank in Saint John: 20th
• Transaction rank in Saint John: 4th

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.