Greater Moncton is one of the most affordable cities in Canada. Compared to Toronto or Vancouver, you can expect to pay significantly less for housing, groceries, and everyday expenses — without sacrificing quality of life.

Housing is the biggest advantage. You can find a well-maintained detached family home for $300,000–$500,000, depending on the area and size. First-time buyers often find opportunities that simply don't exist in larger Canadian markets.

Each of the three communities has its own character. All are connected and easy to navigate, but they attract different types of buyers.

The Greater Moncton market has been active and resilient. While things have cooled slightly from the peak of 2021–2022, demand remains strong — especially for move-in-ready homes in Riverview and Dieppe.

Well-priced homes in desirable neighbourhoods still receive multiple offers. Working with a local Realtor who knows the market day-to-day gives you a real advantage when making an offer or pricing your home to sell.

Pro tip: As a buyer relocating from out-of-province, getting pre-approved before you arrive means you can move fast when the right home comes up.

Greater Moncton has excellent family-friendly neighbourhoods across all three communities. Here are some of the most popular ones I help families relocate to:

Riverview — The entire town has a fantastic school system, parks, and trails along the Petitcodiac River. Neighbourhoods like Gunningsville and Fox Creek are consistently in demand.

Dieppe — Parkway East and surrounding subdivisions are popular with young families. Newer builds, bilingual schools, and safe streets.

Moncton North — Growing quickly with good access to shopping, schools, and Highway 15. More affordable entry points for first-time buyers.

I work with buyers across all these areas daily. I can match your budget, school preference, and lifestyle to the right street.

Buying from out of province is very common in Moncton, especially from Ontario, BC, and Alberta. The process is straightforward, but there are a few things to know:

Virtual tours are available — I can walk you through homes on video call so you can shortlist before flying in.

No foreign buyer restrictions — Unlike Ontario and BC, New Brunswick has no additional taxes or restrictions for Canadian buyers from other provinces.

Land transfer tax — NB has a land transfer tax of 1% of the purchase price. Budget for this on top of your down payment and closing costs.

Get a local lawyer — Real estate law in NB is handled by lawyers (not notaries). I work with trusted local lawyers who make remote closings smooth.

I've helped many out-of-province buyers purchase without ever stepping foot in a home before closing. It's more common than you think.