Housing Information
There are a wide variety of housing choices in Greater Halifax, ranging from urban to rural, condominiums to single family detached, offered at a full range of prices.
According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, Halifax is one of the most inexpensive housing locations in the country, but some households may find affordability problems in some neighborhoods.
Average Rents
The average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment is $799. The average monthly rent for a three-bedroom apartment is $1,012. Compare with other cities.
Vacancy Rate and Availability
In Halifax, the vacancy rate for two bedroom rental apartments is 3.7 per cent. The vacancy rate for three bedroom rental apartments is 5.3 per cent. This is the proportion of rental apartments that are vacant and ready for move-in.
The proportion of apartments that are either vacant or the present owner has given notice to move-out is 4.3 per cent for two-bedroom apartments, and 6.1 per cent for three-bedroom apartments. Compare with other cities.
Home Purchase Prices
In Halifax, the average MLS ®1 house price is $203,178. Compare with other cities.
1 Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a registered certification mark owned by the Canadian Real Estate Association. 
Housing Help
These websites provide information on housing in Halifax:
Local newspapers and websites that advertise rental housing:
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