New Brunswick mortgage hub — 2026-05-26

New Brunswick Mortgage Rates 2026: Rates, Land Transfer Tax & Stress Test

5-year fixed broker floor: 4.04% · Variable broker floor: 3.60% · Qualifying income for median New Brunswick home (~$280K): approximately $75,050/yr.

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Current New Brunswick benchmark mortgage rates

Canadian mortgage rates are set nationally — the benchmark is the same in New Brunswick as across Canada. The table below shows current estimated benchmark rates for all terms, based on Bank of Canada data. Rates assume excellent credit (750+ score) and represent the best available pricing tier.

New Brunswick benchmark mortgage rates — all terms, excellent credit

TermFixed broker floorFixed bank avgVariable broker floor
1-Year4.54%4.79%3.60%
2-Year4.34%4.59%3.60%
3-Year4.19%4.44%3.60%
4-Year4.09%4.34%3.60%
5-Year4.04%4.29%3.60%
7-Year4.24%4.49%3.60%
10-Year4.49%4.74%3.60%

New Brunswick: land transfer tax

New Brunswick charges a Land Transfer Tax on real estate purchases.

On a $280,000 NB property, LTT is $2,800. New Brunswick is one of the most affordable provinces for both real estate and closing costs.

New Brunswick land transfer tax brackets

Value thresholdTax rate / fee
Above prior bracket1.0% of purchase price

Stress test: qualifying for a New Brunswick home

For the New Brunswick median purchase price of approximately $280,000 with 10% down ($28,000):

Mortgage amount: $252,000 · Stress test qualifying rate: 6.04% · Monthly P&I at qualifying rate: $1,618/month · Annual PITH: ~$24,016 · Required gross income (32% GDS): approximately $75,050/year.

New Brunswick borrowers qualify at the federal stress test rate. The province's affordable price points typically result in manageable qualifying income requirements.

New Brunswick: regulatory environment

Mortgage brokers and lenders in New Brunswick are regulated by the Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick (FCNB). Borrowers in New Brunswick can access the full range of federally regulated banks, provincially regulated credit unions, and monoline lenders through the broker channel.

Major cities in New Brunswick: Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe.

CMHC mortgage insurance applies in New Brunswick for eligible purchases under $1,500,000 with less than 20% down (as of December 2024).

Browse New Brunswick mortgage rates by scenario

Select your term, rate type, credit tier, and intent to see a detailed rate page for your exact borrower scenario in New Brunswick.

New Brunswick renewal shock: 2021–2023 mortgages renewing now

Many New Brunswick borrowers are renewing mortgages locked in at historically low rates between 2019 and 2023. If you locked in during this period, your renewal represents a significant payment change.

Select your original term and year to see your specific renewal shock analysis:

Frequently asked questions

What is the current mortgage rate in New Brunswick?

The current 5-year fixed mortgage broker floor in New Brunswick is approximately 4.04% and the bank average is 4.29%. Variable rate broker floor is approximately 3.60%. These are national benchmark rates that apply equally in all provinces.

What is the land transfer tax in New Brunswick?

New Brunswick charges a Land Transfer Tax on real estate purchases. On a $280,000 NB property, LTT is $2,800. New Brunswick is one of the most affordable provinces for both real estate and closing costs.

What income do I need to buy a home in New Brunswick in 2026?

For a New Brunswick median home price of approximately $280,000 with 10% down, you need approximately $75,050 in gross annual income under the 2026 stress test at 6.04%. This is an estimate — your lender calculates your exact qualifying income.

Are there first-time buyer programs in New Brunswick?

New Brunswick does not offer a provincial LTT rebate for first-time buyers. The federal First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is available to eligible first-time buyers nationally.

Who regulates mortgage brokers in New Brunswick?

Mortgage brokers in New Brunswick are regulated by the Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick (FCNB).