Halifax, NS rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Halifax, NS is $2,150.
$2,150
-$20
-$497
65
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,295 to $4,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,200 | 1 |
| $1,400 | 1 |
| $1,500 | 3 |
| $1,600 | 8 |
| $1,700 | 3 |
| $1,800 | 5 |
| $1,900 | 4 |
| $2,000 | 6 |
| $2,100 | 8 |
| $2,200 | 2 |
| $2,300 | 5 |
| $2,400 | 4 |
| $2,500 | 5 |
| $2,600 | 4 |
| $2,700 | 3 |
| $2,900 | 1 |
| $3,000 | 1 |
| $3,100 | 2 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $4,700 | 2 |
| $4,800+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $497 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,250 | $2,288 |
| Feb | $2,137 | $2,295 |
| Mar | $2,255 | $2,225 |
| Apr | $2,450 | $2,250 |
| May | $2,396 | $2,250 |
| Jun | $2,637 | $2,229 |
| Jul | $2,495 | $2,155 |
| Aug | $2,747 | $2,150 |
| Sep | $2,273 | No data |
| Oct | $2,184 | No data |
| Nov | $2,146 | No data |
| Dec | $2,254 | No data |
Market temperature
The Halifax, NS rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Halifax, NS is 2% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Halifax, NS?
The average rent in Halifax, NS is $2,150.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Halifax, NS?
Houses in Halifax, NS rent between $1,295 - $4,500 with an average rent of $2,150.
3. How has the rent in Halifax, NS changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Halifax, NS decreased by $497
4. How much has the rent in Halifax, NS increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Halifax, NS decreased by $20
5. How many available rentals are there in Halifax, NS?
There are currently 65 rentals available in Halifax, NS.
6. How do rent prices in Halifax, NS compare with the national average?
The average rent in Halifax, NS is $2,150 — 2.38% higher the national average of $2,100.