Hayward Avenue, St. John's - August 2026 Real Estate Report

Hayward Avenue, St. John's: Two Very Different Stories Under One Street Name

The Vibe Right Now

If you live on Hayward Avenue, what's happening to your property value depends almost entirely on what type of home you own. We're seeing a real split here - houses and condos are moving in completely opposite directions, and that matters a lot if you're thinking about your next move.

Houses: Taking a Breather

Let's be straight with you. If you own a house on Hayward Avenue, the numbers are softening. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $334,733, and the 3-month trend is pointing down - from $341,613 to a predicted $334,789. That's a -4.30% shift recently. On the neighbourhood leaderboard for growth, houses here rank 71 out of 92 St. John's neighbourhoods. That puts us in below-average territory for now.

The good news? The rental picture is genuinely strong. A house here pulls an estimated $1,759 per month in rent, translating to a 5.92% rental yield. That's a number serious investors pay attention to. If you're not selling, holding and renting makes real financial sense right now.

• Average HonestDoor Price (Houses): $334,733
• Recent price change: -4.30%
• 3-month moving average: $341,613
• Estimated monthly rent: $1,759
• Rental yield: 5.92%
• Airbnb estimate: $87 per night
• Growth rank: 71 out of 92 in St. John's

Condos: A Completely Different Conversation

Condo owners on Hayward Avenue, pay attention - because your numbers are doing something impressive. The average HonestDoor Price for condos has jumped 7.46% from the previous period to $637,864. The predicted value of $593,593 is already climbing past the 3-month moving average of $547,714. That's upward momentum you can feel in the data.

On the neighbourhood leaderboard, condos here rank 6 out of 94 in St. John's. That puts us among the top performers in the entire city. The Airbnb rank of 13 in St. John's is also worth noting - short-term rental demand for condos on this street is real. And with a 41.89% recent value change, this isn't a slow burn. Something is moving here.

• Average HonestDoor Price (Condos): $637,864
• Recent price change: +41.89%
• 3-month moving average: $547,714
• Estimated monthly rent: $3,067
• Rental yield: 3.66%
• Airbnb estimate: $152 per night
• Growth rank: 6 out of 94 in St. John's

How Does Hayward Avenue Stack Up Against the Neighbours?

For houses, Harbour Drive ($365,700) and Water Street East ($355,096) are both priced higher than us right now. Harvey Road ($305,194) comes in cheaper. We're sitting in the middle of the pack on house prices.

For condos, the picture flips. Hayward Avenue's $637,864 average beats Harbour Drive ($596,814) comfortably. Harvey Road ($731,181) and Water Street East ($939,816) are priced higher, but Hayward Avenue condo owners are holding their own in strong company.

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

Here's the thing about your city assessment - it's a snapshot from months ago, sometimes longer. It doesn't know what happened to condo demand on your street last quarter. It doesn't reflect that 41.89% condo value shift. It's a static number in a market that is clearly moving.

The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual market signals. For condo owners especially, there's a very good chance your city assessment is underselling what your unit is actually worth today. For house owners, it gives you an honest read on where things stand - no sugarcoating, no lag. Knowing your real number right now means you negotiate from facts, not guesswork.

So What Does This Mean If You're Thinking About Selling This Summer?

For house owners - this summer is not a panic moment, but it's not a slam-dunk seller's market either. The market is taking a breather. If you need to sell, price it sharp and lean into that strong rental yield story for buyers who might consider holding it as an investment. Buyers who run the numbers will see the 5.92% yield and take notice.

For condo owners - honestly, the timing looks interesting. You're sitting in a top-6 growth neighbourhood in all of St. John's right now. Values are trending up, the 3-month average is being left behind by current predicted prices, and short-term rental demand is ranked 13th in the city. If you've been sitting on the fence about listing, this summer is worth a serious conversation with your agent. Get your HonestDoor Price first so you walk into that conversation knowing exactly what you're working with.

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.