Living in Torbay
A growing coastal town next to the airport, with newer homes and East Coast Trail access.
Torbay is a growing coastal town on the northeast Avalon, right next to St. John's International Airport and about 15–20 minutes from downtown St. John's. It combines newer subdivisions and established homes, often on larger lots, with a small-town feel and access to the ocean and the East Coast Trail.
On , the 27 homes listed for sale in Torbay had a median asking price of $599,900 (average $651,722; single-family average $684,714), based on active residential MLS® listings. L|S Real Estate Group, a St. John's team with Keller Williams Platinum Realty, helps buyers and sellers in Torbay in English, French, Ukrainian, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Torbay at a Glance
- Municipality
- Town of Torbay
- Region
- Northeast Avalon, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Drive to downtown St. John's
- About 15–20 minutes to downtown St. John's
- Housing character
- Small-town coastal living with newer subdivisions
- Median asking price*
- $599,900
- Active residential listings*
- 27
- Official website
- torbay.ca
About Torbay
Torbay has grown steadily as buyers look for more space close to the city. The town offers a mix of newer subdivisions, established family homes and larger rural lots, and is a popular choice for families and anyone who wants a coastal setting without a long commute.
Its location is a practical advantage. The airport, the Stavanger Drive retail area and the north end of St. John's are all close by, while the coastline and the East Coast Trail are right on the doorstep.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Coast & outdoors
- Torbay's shoreline and beach
- East Coast Trail sections along the coast
- Town parks, playgrounds and sports fields
Everyday convenience
- Local shops and services in town
- Minutes to the Stavanger Drive shopping area in St. John's
- Next to St. John's International Airport (YYT), which opened as Torbay Airport in 1941
Community
- Town recreation programs and community events
Municipal Services
- Water & sewer
- Municipal water and sewer serve core areas. Some properties rely on private wells and septic systems, so confirm services for any specific property.
- Garbage & recycling
- Curbside garbage and recycling collection.
- Policing
- The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC).
- Recreation & permits
- See the Town of Torbay website for recreation programs, property tax rates and building permits.
Service details change over time. Always confirm services, tax rates and zoning for a specific property with the Town of Torbay, and ask us to check them during your due diligence.
Torbay Housing Market Snapshot
| Median asking price | $599,900 |
|---|---|
| Average asking price | $651,722 |
| Average asking price, single-family (22 listings) | $684,714 |
| Average asking price per sq. ft. | $213 |
| Active residential listings | 27 |
* Asking prices of active residential MLS® listings for sale in each municipality on the date shown (compiled from DwellSmart market data). Asking prices are not sold prices and change daily — ask us for a comparative market analysis on any specific home. Data as of .
Torbay FAQs
Sources
- Town of Torbay
- St. John's International Airport: history
- Government of Newfoundland and Labrador: RNC jurisdiction
- Market snapshot: Asking prices of active residential MLS® listings for sale in each municipality on the date shown (compiled from DwellSmart market data). Asking prices are not sold prices and change daily — ask us for a comparative market analysis on any specific home.