The Alexander
5121 Bishop St,
Halifax, NS B3J 0E5
1-2 Beds | C$1,995 - 2,195
Rental Market Trends in Halifax, NS
What is the average rent in Halifax, NS?
C$1,759/month
Average Rent
611 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2.6%
Increase in the Last Year
As of November 2024, the average rent in Halifax, NS was C$1,759/month. When you rent an apartment in Halifax, you can expect to pay as little as C$1,468 to as much as C$2,318, depending on the location and size of the apartment.
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How much has average rent changed in Halifax, NS?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to C$47 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated November 2024
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Rent Ranges in Halifax, NS
Last Updated November 2024
Above C$2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below C$700/month
4%
C$700 - C$1,000/month
14%
C$1,001 - C$1,500/month
40%
C$1,501 - C$2,000/month
42%
Above C$2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Halifax?
Based on current rent prices, Halifax Area is the most affordable neighborhood in Halifax.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Halifax?
Based on current rent prices, Halifax Area is the most expensive neighborhood in Halifax.
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Which Halifax neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Halifax with the most apartments available is Halifax Area .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Halifax, NS?
With the average rent in Halifax being C$1,759/month, you’ll want to make about C$5,863 per month or C$70,356 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our Rent Affordability Calculator to determine what an affordable rent amount is for you.
How does Halifax, NS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Halifax, NS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$1,464/month
$1,464/month
One Bedroom
$1,748/month
$1,748/month
Two Bedroom
$2,189/month
$2,189/month
Three Bedroom
$2,327/month
$2,327/month
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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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.