Richmond Yards
6070 Almon St,
Halifax, NS B3K 0L3
1-2 Beds | $2,395 - $2,990
Rental Market Trends in Halifax, NS
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Halifax, NS is $1,867/month.
$1,867/month
Average Rent
612 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.1%
Change / Year
1,240
Available Apartments
Halifax rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Halifax average $1,533 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Halifax average $1,867 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Halifax average $2,282 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Halifax average $2,661 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Halifax, NS?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $21 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Halifax, NS
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
10%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
48%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Halifax, NS?
Because the average rent in Halifax is $1,867, you’ll want to make about $6,223 per month or $74,676 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 help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Halifax, NS compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Halifax, NS to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods. The Apartments.com neighbourhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Halifax?
The average rent in Halifax is $1,867 per month, which is 7.1% higher than the national average of $1,743.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Halifax?
The average rent for a townhome in Halifax, NS is $2,076 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Halifax?
Rents in Halifax, NS are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $21 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Halifax?
In Halifax, NS, 48% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.