St. Stephen Real Estate
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Nestled along the St. Croix River on the Canada-U.S. border across from Calais, Maine, the town of St. Stephen offers a unique blend of picturesque coastal landscapes, timeless historic appeal, and modern amenities. Officially known as ‘Canada’s Chocolate Town’ as the home of Ganong Bros Ltd, Canada’s oldest candy company dating back to 1873, the town boasts a unique charm with its picturesque tree-lined streets, redbrick heritage buildings, and warm small-town spirit.
Nestled along the St. Croix River on the Canada-U.S. border across from Calais, Maine, the town of St. Stephen offers a unique blend of picturesque coastal landscapes, timeless historic appeal, and modern amenities. Officially known as ‘Canada’s Chocolate Town’ as the home of Ganong Bros Ltd, Canada’s oldest candy company dating back to 1873, the town boasts a unique charm with its picturesque tree-lined streets, redbrick heritage buildings, and warm small-town spirit.
With its strategic location along the U.S. border, less than two hours from the bustling cities of Fredericton and Saint John and approximately 20 minutes from St. Andrews-by-the-Sea – one of Canada’s most acclaimed tourist towns – St. Stephen is one of the busiest border crossings in eastern Canada. The town’s welcoming population is composed of a dynamic mix of students, families, and retirees seeking an active lifestyle with abundant outdoor recreation and a lively cultural scene.
St. Stephen’s vibrant downtown core features an eclectic mix of local boutiques, quaint cafés, restaurants, galleries, and historic landmarks such as the Charlotte County Museum housed in a stately Victorian home built in 1864, along with the iconic Ganong Bros Ltd. Chocolate Museum – one of New Brunswick’s most popular tourist attractions. The town is host to a variety of festivals, events, and live entertainment throughout the year honouring its rich heritage, such as the Charlotte County Fall Fair and the annual Chocolate Fest.
As a quintessential coastal town, St. Stephen is also a haven for nature lovers, offering a plethora of outdoor recreation to be enjoyed year-round. For adventure seekers, the beautiful St. Croix River is a perfect spot to enjoy canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and more. The enchanting 350-acre Ganong Nature Park, which offers breathtaking vistas of the river, features tranquil secluded beaches along with dozens of trails and pathways for hiking, cycling, snowshoeing, and more through lush forests and 180 acres of breathtaking intertidal areas.
Along with its thriving tourism industry, St. Stephen is an excellent place to call home, as a town renowned for its high quality of life and exceptional amenities, including top schools, medical facilities, and a bustling downtown that supports both local businesses and new investment. With its positioning along the U.S. border, St. Stephen continues to attract visitors and migrants from across Canada and around the world, drawn to the town’s affordability, welcoming and safe community, and idyllic lifestyle.
The area’s real estate market is as diverse as its population, with something to offer every type of buyer, whether you’re seeking a permanent residence to retire or raise your family, a secluded coastal retreat, or an investment property in an in-demand tourist destination. From charming heritage homes steps from the heart of the town’s bustling downtown core to sprawling riverfront lots with enticing development potential, St. Stephen presents an exciting opportunity to own property in one of New Brunswick’s most beautiful locales.