HouseCA$237,000
Sydney
5 bd 2 ba
Sydney, Nova Scotia: Cape Breton Houses at Low Prices
63 homes and apartments for sale in Sydney, Canada.
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Properties for sale in Sydney
24 properties shown
House
HouseCA$364,900
Sydney
5 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$225,000
Sydney
2 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$235,000
Sydney
3 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$169,900
Sydney
3 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$249,000
Sydney
2 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$299,888
Sydney
2 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$829,000
Sydney
4 bd 5 ba
HouseCA$639,000
Sydney
5 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$250,000
Sydney
2 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$295,000
Sydney
2 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$449,000
Sydney
3 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$399,900
Sydney
4 bd 3 ba
HouseCA$189,000
Sydney
3 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$199,900
Sydney
3 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$239,000
Sydney
3 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$330,000
Sydney
7 bd 3 ba
HouseCA$207,000
Sydney
3 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$339,000
Sydney
5 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$234,000
Sydney
3 bd 1 ba
HouseCA$359,900
Sydney
5 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$235,000
Sydney
4 bd 2 ba
HouseCA$549,900
Sydney
4 bd 3 ba
HouseCA$369,000
Sydney
3 bd 2 ba
Buyer's guide: Sydney
This is Sydney, Nova Scotia, the main urban centre of Cape Breton Island, not Sydney, Australia. Our 63 listings carry a median asking price of €156,710, which is low for Canada. Here is what the stock looks like and what buyers from abroad need to check.
Price numbers
Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, in euros. Price-per-m² and size data are unavailable for this city.
| Measure | Sydney, NS |
|---|---|
| Listings | 63 |
| Median asking price | €156,710 |
| p25 to p75 | €141,039 to €231,587 |
Houses, apartments and commercial space
Houses account for 41 listings, apartments 15, commercial 5 and land 2. Three-bedroom homes lead (21), then five-plus (10), two (5) and four (5). The apartment stock offers a cheaper entry for small budgets. See the national apartment page and cheaper listings.
| Type | Listings |
|---|---|
| House | 41 |
| Apartment | 15 |
| Commercial | 5 |
| Land | 2 |
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About the city
Sydney is a harbour city with Cape Breton University, a regional hospital and the ferry terminal at nearby North Sydney, which links to Newfoundland. The economy has shifted from steel and coal toward services, education and tourism, including cruise ships. The Cabot Trail and the Fortress of Louisbourg are within a day trip.
As elsewhere in the Maritimes, winters are snowy, so budget for heating and check roof and foundation condition on older houses.
Foreign buyer notes
Canada's federal ban on foreign purchases of residential property runs to 1 January 2027, and whether it covers a given address depends on location; a Nova Scotia lawyer can tell you. Nova Scotia also has its own rules and charges for non-resident owners, so ask about them before you commit. Municipal deed transfer tax is levied locally and varies by municipality.
See our Canada buying guide, financing overview and valuation tool.
At around €157,000, Sydney is among the lowest-priced cities in our Canada data.
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Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Sydney: FAQ
Is this Sydney in Australia?
No, it is the city on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Why is it so cheap?
The local economy is smaller and the population has declined, which keeps prices low.
Are there rental opportunities?
Students and hospital staff provide some demand; check vacancy rates locally.
Can foreigners buy?
Subject to the federal ban through 1 January 2027 and provincial rules. Take legal advice.
What is the middle price range?
From about €141,000 to €232,000.
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