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The Press Block Apartments

(782) 830-5321
1730 Granville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1X5

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The Press Block

1730 Granville Street
Halifax, NS B3J 1X5
(782) 830-5321
The Press Block in Halifax, NS - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,190-$2,930 Pricing
  • 540–1,884 Square Feet

Property Information

  • 138 Units
  • 9 Stories
  • Built in 2025

About The Press Block

The Press Block brings together historic charm, modern living, and an unbeatable downtown Halifax location. Set at the iconic corner of Barrington, George, and Granville streets - once the hub of newspaper publishing in Nova Scotia - this thoughtfully designed building preserves the original heritage facades while embracing striking contemporary architecture. Choose from modern 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments or premium townhouses, all featuring luxury finishes and elegant, brand-new interiors. Just steps from Grand Parade, Province House, the Halifax Waterfront, and Citadel Hill, The Press Block places you in the center of the city's culture, history, and energy. Live where the past meets the future - and write your own story. To view all floorplans, please visit pressblock.ca

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayBy Appointment

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed 1 Bath

    From $2,190

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 546-645 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,190Available Now1 Bed 1 Bath546-645 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,190 - $2,295

    1 Bed + Den 1 Bath

    $2,450

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 780 sq ft
    Available Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,450 October 1, 2026314780
    $2,450 October 1, 2026313780

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,450

    Unit 314 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,450

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,450

    Unit 313 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,450

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,450

    One Bedroom + Den

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 540-858 sq ft
     
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom + Den540-858 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed + Den 1 Bath

    $2,650

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 761 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,650Available Now910761

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 910 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,650

    2 Bed 1 Bath

    $2,640

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 823 sq ft
    Available Oct 1
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,640 October 1, 2026312823

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 312 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,640

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,640

    2 Bed 2 Bath

    $2,750

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 915 sq ft
    Available Dec 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,750 December 1, 2026703915

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 703 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,750

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,750

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 761-1884 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom761-1884 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    2 Bed + Den 2 Bath

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1022 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,930Call for Availability2 Bed + Den 2 Bath1022 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Heating
    • Smoke Detector
    • Smoke Free
    • Storage Space
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,930
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.50.0% of base rent

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$0.00
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Dog
Pet FeeiCharged Per Unit.$0.00
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered

Parking Fees

Garage Attached
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$190.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Car Wash Area
  • Composting
  • Car Charging Station
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Key Fob Entry

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Roof Terrace
  • Waterfront
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Tenant Controlled Hvac
  • Smoke Detector
  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Double Vanities
  • Tub/Shower
  • Framed Mirrors
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Walk In Closets
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Linen Closet
  • Tile Floors
  • Views
  • Floor To Ceiling Windows
  • Window Coverings

Student Features

  • Individual Locking Bedrooms
  • Private Bathroom
  • Walk To Campus
Google Map

Map

1730 Granville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1X5

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Nearby Schools

Citadel High

1855 Trollope St
Public School - Grades 9-12
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

St Josephs Alexander McKay Elementary

1589 Walnut St.
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

Oxford

6364 North Street
Public School - Grades PK-5
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away

Joseph Howe Elementary

2557 Maynard Street
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
School data provided by Local Logic.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Press Block.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

2003 Gottingen St
1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

Walmart

920 Cole Harbour Rd
7 minute drive / 3.67 miles away

Costco

137 Countryview Dr
8 minute drive / 3.83 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Dalhousie University - Sexton Campus

1459 Oxford Street
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

Dalhousie University - Carleton Campus

1459 Oxford Street
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

Saint Mary's University - Main Campus

923 Robie Street
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Military Bases

Canadian Forces Base Halifax

1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

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