Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Halifax, NS
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Halifax rent stands today
Halifax, NS rent rose 5.9% year over year, with a current median of $2,330/month. Renters today are paying $130 more per month on average than last year, reaching the peak median rent for the city in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Halifax runs 22.6% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier Canadian metros despite a relatively small total rental inventory of 123 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios and 1-bedrooms in Halifax both sit around $2,100/month, while 2-bedrooms rise to $2,550/month and 4+ bedrooms reach $3,635/month. The 3-bedroom median is $3,055/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
East Dartmouth rents climbed 35.5% year over year to $2,710/month across 13 rentals, contrasting with Armdale where rents fell 28.4% to $2,040/month. This divergence shows localized shifts amid the citywide 5.9% increase.
Median rent
Median rent in Halifax
$2,329/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Halifax is $2,329 per month as of October 2026. This is 23% above the national average rent, or $429 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Halifax
123
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Halifax rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Halifax, NS
Average rent prices in Halifax have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Halifax, NS
Rent prices in Halifax vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Halifax is $2,330, whereas a house costs $2,795. 1-bedroom apartments in Halifax run $2,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,550.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,100 | No Change | 34% | |
1 bedroom | $2,100 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $2,550 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $3,055 | 9% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $3,635 | 23% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Albro Lake | $1,916 | |
Armdale | $2,040 | |
Clayton Park | $2,145 | |
Clayton Park West | $2,182 | |
Dartmouth Centre | $2,162 | |
Downtown Halifax | $2,395 | |
East Dartmouth | $2,710 | |
Fairview | $2,352 | |
Rockingham | $2,525 | |
West End | $2,195 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,330 | 4% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,775 |  12% | - | |
Houses | $2,795 | 2% | 4% | |
Rooms | $950 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,100
Last year
34%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,055
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,635
Last 30 days
23%
Last year
1%
East Dartmouth
Average rent
$2,710
Downtown Halifax
Average rent
$2,395
West End
Average rent
$2,195
Clayton Park West
Average rent
$2,182
Rockingham
Average rent
$2,525
Armdale
Average rent
$2,040
Dartmouth Centre
Average rent
$2,162
Albro Lake
Average rent
$1,916
Fairview
Average rent
$2,352
Clayton Park
Average rent
$2,145
Apartments
Average rent
$2,330
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,775
Last 30 days
12%
Houses
Average rent
$2,795
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$950
The table above reflects average rent prices in Halifax, NS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Halifax, NS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Halifax and Cape Breton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Halifax
23%higher than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Halifax, NS is 29% higher than the median rent in Cape Breton, NS.
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2%Discover rentals in Halifax, NS
5d+ ago
House for rent in Halifax
5 beds
2 baths
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 1
6h ago
72 10-72 Lakefront Road, Halifax, NS B2Y 3C6
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,495–$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
31 Queen St, Halifax, NS B2Y 0G5
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,543–$2,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
31 Highfield Park Dr, Halifax, NS B3A 4T3
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,549–$1,933
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1660 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3J 0L3
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,175–$8,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
55m ago
5415 Cogswell St, Halifax, NS B3J 0K8
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$5,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
3569 Dutch Village Rd, Halifax, NS B3N 0E8
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,224–$5,724
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
5881 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 4S3
2 beds
2 baths
$4,595
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2h ago
671 Larry Uteck Blvd, Halifax, NS B3M 0J6
2 beds
2 baths
$2,496
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
53 Drum Rd, Halifax, NS B3B 0S5
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,125–$4,845
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1660 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3J 0L3
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,175–$8,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
10h ago
1871 Albemarle St, Halifax, NS B3J 0M1
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,870–$3,574
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
10h ago
1871 Albemarle St, Halifax, NS B3J 0M1
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,870–$3,574
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
1881 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS B3J 3L8
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,915–$3,560
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
1d ago
1991 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS B3J 2G9
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,600–$1,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
1d ago
40 Charlotte Lane, Halifax, NS B3M 4N4
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,680–$1,865
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
53 Drum Rd, Halifax, NS B3B 0S5
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,125–$4,845
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
18 2-18 Foxwood Terrace, Halifax, NS B3R 2H7
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12m ago
6087 South St, Halifax, NS B3H 1T2
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$1,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3h ago
230 Larry Uteck Blvd, Halifax, NS B3M 0N1
Studio
1 bath
$2,200–$2,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Halifax, NS
Quick answers to common questions about the Halifax rental market.
How much is rent in Halifax?
The average rent in Halifax is $2,329 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Halifax?
Average rent prices in Halifax have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Halifax rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Halifax is 23% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $429 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Halifax?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Halifax are Albro Lake ($1,916/mo), Armdale ($2,040/mo), and Clayton Park ($2,145/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Halifax?
To comfortably afford rent in Halifax, you'd need to earn approximately $93,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Halifax?
February offers the best rental deals in Halifax, with the lowest rents of the year and approximately 4.8% savings compared to November's peak prices. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand, while November and December see less competition among renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).