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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

1871 Albemarle St, Halifax, NS B3J 0M1, CAN|Downtown Halifax
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Management

Colonnade BridgePort

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(902) 706-8472

Property Overview

The Marlstone is a highly rated community with an overall expert score of 8.3 out of 10, highlighted by a perfect 10 out of 10 price rating that reflects excellent value for what you get. Residents benefit from strong amenities (8/10) and a prime location (9/10) close to key destinations, while the 7/10 trustworthiness score and 22 detailed photos help provide a transparent and clear picture of the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Marlstone is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Marlstone has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

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Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath373 sqft$1,795 /mo1 unit available
1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath496 sqft$2,165 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom2 bed2 bath778 sqft$2,693 /mo1 unit available
BF 2 Bedroom, Den2 bed1 bath760 sqft$2,773 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Marlstone

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage Parking
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Lot

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12 months
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About The Marlstone

Managed by Colonnade BridgePort
HomeApartments in HalifaxDowntown Halifax The Marlstone

Located at the corner of Duke and Albemarle, The Marlstone rises as a new landmark in the heart of Halifax with 291 contemporary rental suites seamlessly connection to the rhythm of downtown life. With a direct indoor link to Scotia Square, thoughtfully curated amenities, and a design focus on sustainability and accessibility, The Marlstone brings a new energy to city living. Inside every Marlstone suite, you'll find bright, open spaces that balance sophistication with comfort. Whether you're hosting friends, working from home, or winding down after a long day, each suite is crafted to elevate the way you live. Building amenities include: A rooftop terrace with sweeping city and harbour views A state-of-the-art fitness centre that keeps you moving and motivated Music room that encourages creativity and connection Pet-friendly spaces, including an outdoor dog run for your four-legged friends Elegant party and gathering rooms designed for celebrations Secure access and a direct indoor connection to Scotia Square's shops and services. Ask us about our exclusive military incentives and resident referral program. Welcome home. Welcome to The Marlstone. For more information, please contact us at ****.


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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Marlstone is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Marlstone has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Marlstone
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Marlstone offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Marlstone is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Marlstone is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Marlstone does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Marlstone compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Oven not listed
In-unit oven not included in listing

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Rent trends in Downtown Halifax

Studio apartments at The Marlstone cost about 10% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Halifax.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Halifax.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Marlstone to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Halifax.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Halifax
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,707
July 2024$1,737
August 2024$1,758
September 2024$1,747
October 2024$1,716
November 2024$1,657
December 2024$1,604
January 2025$1,550
February 2025$1,564
March 2025$1,591
April 2025$1,702
May 2025$1,738
June 2025$1,650
July 2025$1,677
August 2025$1,603
September 2025$1,578
October 2025$1,592
November 2025$1,598
December 2025$1,559
January 2026$1,592
February 2026$1,604
March 2026$1,622
April 2026$1,563
May 2026$1,614
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Halifax
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$1,940
March 2025$1,750
April 2025$1,750
May 2025$1,750
June 2025$1,768
July 2025$1,812
August 2025$1,934
September 2025$1,950
October 2025$1,944
November 2025$1,884
December 2025$1,800
January 2026$1,860
February 2026$1,839
March 2026$1,783
April 2026$1,740
May 2026$1,945

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Getting around Halifax near 1871 Albemarle St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1871 Albemarle St, Halifax

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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