Moncton

Scenic path along the river in fall.
Downtown Moncton in the evening.
View of the Petitcodiac River from Bore Park.

Moncton, NB Area Guide

Character, cars, and river views

Festivals Riverfront Scenic Views

Tucked along the Petitcodiac River, Moncton has a lively, down-to-earth feel shaped by its mix of local eateries, entertainment spots, and easy access to the outdoors. Residents enjoy walking trails that wind through Bore Park, shopping at Champlain Place, and evenings downtown where pubs, coffee shops, and music venues create a welcoming energy. The city is compact enough to navigate with ease, yet it offers plenty of neighbourhoods with their own character, from the historic streets of Sunny Brae to the welcoming feel of Lewisville.

Apartment communities in Moncton range from modern high-rises near Main Street to spacious townhomes and low-rise buildings closer to Dieppe and Riverview. Many rentals highlight river views or quick access to transit, making it simple to get around town or commute to nearby business districts.

With Mount Allison University just a short drive away in Sackville, student renters often find Moncton appealing for its balance of affordability and bustling city life. Moncton is also home to the annual Atlantic Nationals Automotive Extravaganza, one of the largest car shows in Canada, which transforms the downtown into a showcase of classic and custom vehicles each summer. That spirit of celebration carries through the year with festivals and events that draw people outdoors, whether it’s live music in the city core or skating at Ian Fowler Oval in winter. Living here means being part of a community that enjoys both its traditions and its evolving downtown scene.

Explore the City

Scenic path along the river in fall.

Downtown Moncton in the evening.

View of the Petitcodiac River from Bore Park.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Moncton, NB is $1,042 for a studio, $1,298 for one bedroom, $1,561 for two bedrooms, and $2,269 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moncton has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,298/month
522 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

Schools

École Sainte-Bernadette

Public

Grades K-5

Bessborough School

Public

Grades K-5

Hillcrest School

Public

Grades K-5

École Champlain

Public

Grades K-5

Forest Glen School

Public

Grades K-5

École le Mascaret

Public

Grades 6-8

Maplehurst Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Lewisville Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Sunny Brae Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

École l'Odyssée

Public

Grades 9-12

Moncton High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Harrison Trimble High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc Internationa

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Methodology

† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.