
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS from $800 (97 Rentals)
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67 Caledonia Rd

96 Highfield Park Dr

89 Pinecrest Dr

11 Garshan Rd

57 Portland St

59 King St

40 Rose St

63 Caledonia Rd

228 Victoria Rd
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Maplehurst Apartments

111 Pinecrest Dr

22 High St

1237 Cole Harbour Rd

86 Highfield Park Dr

10 Joseph Young St

90 Highfield Park Dr

55-65 Highfield Park Dr

47 Joseph Young St

Highfield Park
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30 Joseph Young St

40 Joseph Young St

20 Joseph Young St

98 Highfield Park Dr

76 Highfield Park Dr

17 Highfield Park Drive

80 Highfield Park Dr

94 Highfield Park Dr

The Shuffle

Parker Street Apartments
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14 Brule St

Dillman Place

Lakefront Apartments

18 Wentworth St

Waterview Place

One Oak Street

1570 Walnut St

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ALMA @ South End

Churchill Apartments

Harbour View Apartments
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Harbour View Apartments

Garden Park

5564-5564 North St

Westwyn Suites

1157-1157 Tower Rd

Southpoint

Spring Garden Terrace

1585-1585 Oxford St

3011 Oxford St

LeMarchant Towers
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Dartmouth, NS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dartmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth Studio Apartments | $1,670 | $1,225 | $2,426 |
| Dartmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $800 | $6,865 |
| Dartmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Dartmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,350 | $5,750 |
| Dartmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,051 | $1,170 | $5,280 |
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Cheapest Available Dartmouth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dartmouth, NS is a Studio unit found at Churchill Apartments priced from $1,225. Kent Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dartmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Kent Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Harbour View Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Garden Park | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Westwyn Suites | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| 3 Fernhill Drive | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Macdonald | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Park Victoria Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| The Vincent Coleman Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,680 |
| Quinpool Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS and Nearby
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dartmouth area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Paramount in the starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Dartmouth apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at The Ashton Apartments starting at $2,835 with a $1.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dartmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paramount | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| The Ashton Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Woodside | 2 Bedroom plus Den 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 22 Hamlet Lane | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| The Hazelton Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Baker Arms & Wexford Apartments | 2 Bed Den 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 3569 Dutch Village Rd | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| The Terrastone | N | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Welsford Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Quinpool Tower | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dartmouth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dartmouth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dartmouth is at Churchill Apartments listed at $1,225.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dartmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dartmouth Apartment is $1,395 at Kent Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dartmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dartmouth is starting from $1,600 at 3 Fernhill Drive.
What is the most affordable Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Victoria Apartments and starts from $2,380.
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