Lakewood, Saint John - September 2026 Real Estate Report

Lakewood, Saint John: Your Home Is Worth More Than the City Thinks

The Vibe Right Now

If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs in Lakewood, here's what's actually happening. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $372,592 - down a modest 1.20% from the previous period. That's the market taking a breather, not falling off a cliff. We're still sitting as the most expensive neighbourhood in our comparison group, ranked number 1 out of 6 in Saint John for price. That's not nothing.

On the houses side, the average sale price is holding at $385,000 - essentially unchanged. Price per square foot is running around $391. The predicted market value for houses is $377,607, and that number is climbing - it's up from a 3-month moving average of $375,227. The direction is right.

• Average HonestDoor Price: $372,592
• Average House Sale Price: $385,000
• Price Per Square Foot: $391
• Predicted House Value: $377,607
• 3-Month Moving Average: $375,227
• Recent Value Change: 3.53%
• Total Transactions in 2026: 19
• Transaction Rank in Saint John: 7 out of 33

The Neighbourhood Leaderboard

Here's a stat worth sharing at the next backyard get-together. For growth, Lakewood ranks 10 out of 33 neighbourhoods in Saint John. That puts us in above-average territory - not leading the pack, but solidly ahead of the middle. Compare that to our neighbours: Eastwood houses are predicted at $329,617 and Forest Hills at $338,630. We're running $40,000 to $50,000 ahead of both. Glen Falls is even further back at an average HonestDoor Price of $225,922. Lakewood is holding its ground.

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 the past. It doesn't know what sold on your street last month. It doesn't factor in what buyers are actually paying right now. The HonestDoor Price is the real-world check. It updates in real time using actual transaction data, so when the market moves, your number moves with it.

Right now, the predicted house value of $377,607 is already tracking above the 3-month average. If you're relying on a government assessment that's months or years old, you could be leaving serious money on the table - or overpaying on a purchase. Pull your HonestDoor Price before you make any decision. It takes two minutes and it's free.

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

Straight talk: the window is open, but it's not wide open. Here's what the numbers are telling us.

• Prices are essentially flat on sales but the predicted value trend is moving up - that's a decent setup for a summer listing.
• Rental demand is real. Average rent estimates hit $1,929 per month with a rental yield of 5.86% for houses. That means buyers who are investors are paying attention to Lakewood.
• Airbnb potential is around $96 to $97 per night, ranking 12th in Saint John. Not the top of the city, but enough to attract short-term rental buyers as well.
• There were 19 transactions in 2026 already, ranking 7th in Saint John for activity. Buyers are showing up here.

If you're thinking about selling, the smart move is to check your HonestDoor Price today - not in September when the market slows down. You're sitting in one of Saint John's pricier neighbourhoods, your predicted value is trending up, and buyers looking at Eastwood or Forest Hills are going to find Lakewood on their radar. That's your advantage. Use it.

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.