When house hunting it is important to stay informed of the market conditions as well as lots of tips you will find here in regards to buying or selling properties here on PEI.
Hello, I am Andrew Brown, Broker/Owner and possibly your REALTOR® on your PEI Real Estate journey. Please take some time to look through the articles contained on this page. I have rewritten all of them from the date they were first published to ensure that you get up to the date information.
Buying vacant land in PEI can be a great way to build exactly what you want, but there is more to check than price and location. This article covers 10 important things to investigate before buying, including septic suitability, water, road access, wetlands, coastal risks, permits, taxes and servicing costs.
When buying a home in PEI, the property taxes paid by the current owner may not be the same as what you will pay after closing. This article explains the difference between market and taxable assessments, how ownership changes can affect taxes, and what buyers should check before making a final decision.
Buying a rural home in PEI offers space, privacy and unique property opportunities, but there is more to consider than the house itself. From wells and septic systems to road access, flood risks and property taxes, discover 10 important things to check before purchasing a rural property in Prince Edward Island.
First-time home buyers in PEI may qualify for down payment assistance, closing cost support, tax exemptions and federal savings programs. This article explains the main 2026 options and how they can help make buying a first home more affordable.
Buying a Home in PEI: A Clear Step-by-Step Guide for Making a Smart Move
Buying a home is a major decision, but the process becomes much easier when you understand the steps involved. This guide explains how to plan your budget, get pre-approved, choose the right property, make an offer, and move toward closing with more confidence.
For many people looking at Prince Edward Island real estate, the choice often comes down to two of the Island’s best-known communities: Charlottetown and Summerside. Both offer access to services, schools, shopping, recreation, health care, restaurants, and a strong sense of Island living. Both can work well for families, retirees, first-time buyers, professionals, and people relocating to PEI.
PEI sellers are facing a more competitive market in 2026, with more listings and greater choice for buyers. This article explains why accurate pricing, strong presentation and an understanding of current competition are increasingly important when preparing a home for sale.
Thinking About Selling Your PEI Home? Here Is How to Prepare for a Better Result
Selling your home is about more than putting it on the market. This article walks through the practical steps that can help you prepare, price, present, and market your PEI property in a way that attracts serious buyers and supports a better result.
Renovating before selling can be a smart move. It can also be an expensive mistake. The key is not to ask, “What renovation will make my house worth the most?” The better question is, “What will help buyers see the value of my home in today’s PEI market?” That is different.
Getting an offer on your home is exciting. Getting two or three can feel even better.
But the highest number is not always the best deal. In today’s more balanced PEI market, buyers are often taking a little more time, using financing and inspection conditions, and looking carefully at the homes they are considering. That means sellers need to look at the full offer, not just the price on the first page.
A few years ago, many PEI homes seemed to sell almost as soon as they were listed. Buyers were moving quickly. Multiple offers were common. Sellers often had the advantage. Those days are mostly behind us.
Selling a home can feel like a lot. There are repairs to think about, photos to arrange, paperwork to sign, and plenty of opinions from friends and family. At the end of the day, though, most sellers want the same thing: a strong sale price without their home sitting on the market for months. The good news is that a few smart steps can make a real difference.
How Much Home Can You Really Afford in PEI? A Practical Guide to Mortgage Planning
A mortgage approval is only one part of deciding what home is right for you. Learn how down payments, monthly costs, mortgage choices, closing expenses, and your everyday budget all work together when planning to buy a home in PEI.
Buying, owning, renovating, renting out, or selling a home can all have tax consequences. Some are helpful. Some can be expensive if you miss them.
Thinking about relocating from Ontario to lovely, serene, Prince Edward Island? It can feel like a big change. And in some ways, it is. Much
Moving can feel overwhelming, but a clear plan makes it far more manageable. This guide offers practical advice for sorting, packing, booking movers, changing addresses, setting up utilities, and settling comfortably into your new PEI home.
For years, many Canadians assumed that success meant moving closer to a major city. That is changing. More people are looking at smaller towns, rural communities, and places where daily life feels a little less rushed. They may want more space, a shorter commute, a stronger sense of community, or simply a home that does not take every dollar they earn. Prince Edward Island has become part of that conversation.
Moving can be exciting. It can also get expensive fast. Between boxes, tape, movers, truck rentals, cleaning supplies, utility transfers, meals on the road, and those last-minute purchases after you get the keys, it is easy for the budget to get away from you.
Moving is not just about boxes. There are keys, utilities, insurance, internet, addresses, final bills, school forms, and the strange moment when you realize you have no idea where the kettle went. A good checklist makes the whole process easier. You do not need to do everything in one day. Start early, work through it in sections, and keep one simple list of what has been completed.
Moving house is a big deal. Even when you are excited about the new place, there is a lot going on. Boxes pile up. You cannot find the tape. Someone packs the coffee maker too early. Suddenly, moving day feels much closer than it did last week. The good news is that moving does not have to become chaos.
PEI’s real estate market has become more favourable to buyers, with slower sales, historically high listing activity and more time and choice for purchasers. The benchmark home price has declined modestly, although average selling prices remain higher. Population growth is also slowing, immigration has decreased and PEI has recorded its first annual net interprovincial migration loss in more than a decade. Mortgage conditions remain stable, while pending non-resident ownership rules and higher property taxes continue to affect some buyers and owners.
What Is Happening in the PEI Real Estate Market? How Buyers and Sellers Can Read the Signals
Real estate headlines can be confusing, especially when conditions vary from one PEI community to another. This guide explains the market signals buyers and sellers should watch, including supply, demand, pricing, mortgage rates, and local property trends.
When people think about home value in Prince Edward Island, they often start with the obvious things. How many bedrooms does it have? Is the kitchen updated? Does it have a water view?
Prince Edward Island has a way of getting into people’s heads. Maybe it starts with a visit. A drive along the coast. A beach walk. A small-town main street. A conversation with someone who actually has time to talk. Then people start wondering what life here would be like year-round. Could we live here?
Prince Edward Island has been on a lot of people’s radar in recent years. Some come for the beaches and stay for the pace of life. Some are looking for more space than they can afford in a large city. Others are thinking about retirement, remote work, a fresh start, or simply living somewhere that feels a little less rushed. PEI can offer all of that. But it is important to be realistic too.
Trade disputes can feel far removed from a home search in Prince Edward Island. But when tariffs affect Canadian businesses, jobs, prices, interest rates, and consumer confidence, those changes can eventually affect real estate too. That does not mean a tariff announcement automatically makes home prices rise or fall. Real estate is more complicated than that.
Adding a rental suite to your PEI home can create income, provide space for family and make the property more flexible, but there is more to consider than rent alone. This article looks at the rules, costs, financing, tax issues and practical questions to answer before you start building.
PEI homeowners may still qualify for insulation rebates, free insulation and energy-efficiency financing in 2026. Learn which programs remain available, which rebates have ended, and how to decide which upgrades make the most sense for your home.
The Real Cost of Owning a Home in PEI: What New Homeowners Should Plan For
Owning a home brings freedom, pride, and new responsibilities. This article covers the real costs of home ownership in PEI, from heating, taxes, insurance, and maintenance to rural property systems, seasonal upkeep, and planning for repairs.
Waterfront living is one of the things that makes Prince Edward Island special. An ocean view. A quiet beach nearby. A shoreline walk after supper. A cottage overlooking a bay, or a year-round home where the water is part of everyday life. It is easy to understand the appeal.
Getting the keys to your new home is a big moment. You have made the offer, arranged the mortgage, signed the paperwork, packed the boxes, and finally moved in. Then you look around and realize something important. You own all of this now. That is exciting. It can also feel a little overwhelming.
There is no simple answer to the rent-versus-buy question. Buying a home can be a great long-term step. Renting can be the smarter choice when you need flexibility, are new to an area, or are still building your savings. The goal is not to prove that one choice is always better. The goal is to choose the option that fits your life right now.