MITEY money tools × property insight by PRPTYFree buy vs rent calculators for Canada
MITEY.buyvsrent.ca

Province

Buy vs rent in New Brunswick

New Brunswick charges a flat percentage of the greater of the price or assessed value.

Closing costs in New Brunswick

Estimated costs with 20% down (approximate schedule)
Home priceTransfer tax / registrationTotal closing costs
$400,000$4,000$7,700
$600,000$6,000$9,700
$900,000$9,000$12,700

Renting in New Brunswick

Rent regulation differs by province; check your provincial tenancy board for the current rules before you rely on a rent growth assumption.

Cities in New Brunswick

Questions people ask

Does New Brunswick have a land transfer tax?

New Brunswick charges a flat percentage of the greater of the price or assessed value.

Is it better to buy or rent in New Brunswick?

It depends on your city, how long you stay and your assumptions. Using Fredericton planning inputs, buying does not overtake renting within 40 years. Open a city page or the calculator to test your own numbers.

Educational illustration; not advice. Confirm taxes and exemptions with your lawyer or notary.