Saint John Home Prices (2026)
The average home in Saint John sells for about C$386,482 as of April 2026 — 44% more affordable than the Canadian national average. Here’s how Saint John compares and what to know before you move.
C$386,482
Average home price
-44%
vs Canada average
+6%
vs New Brunswick average
C$363,668
New Brunswick average
How Saint John compares
| Area | Average home price |
|---|---|
| Saint John | C$386,482 |
| New Brunswick (province) | C$363,668 |
| Canada (national) | C$695,412 |
Living in Saint John: what to know before you move
Home prices tell you what it costs to buy in Saint John, but daily life depends on much more. On housing alone, Saint John is relatively affordable nationally. Here’s where to research the things prices don’t capture:
- Schools. School quality varies by neighbourhood and board. See Saint John school rankings.
- Cost of living. Beyond the mortgage, weigh groceries, utilities, and transit. Compare Saint John’s cost of living.
- Safety. Crime and safety vary by area. Review Saint John safety stats.
- The bigger picture. For history, economy, and climate, read about Saint John on Wikipedia.
Saint John home prices: frequently asked
How much does a house cost in Saint John? +
The average home in the Saint John area sells for about C$386,482 as of April 2026 — 44% more affordable than the Canadian national average of C$695,412.
Is Saint John expensive to live in? +
By home prices, Saint John is 6% more expensive than the New Brunswick average and relatively affordable nationally. Housing is the biggest cost, but compare groceries, transit, and taxes too.
How does Saint John compare to the rest of New Brunswick? +
At about C$386,482, Saint John is 6% more expensive than the New Brunswick provincial average of C$363,668.
Other New Brunswick cities
See the full New Brunswick home values, the Canada home values map, or learn what determines home value.
Source: average MLS® residential prices from CREA and local real estate boards (aggregated by WOWA), April 2026. Figures are metro/area averages, not appraisals, and change over time.