
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS from $800 (77 Rentals)
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7 Sinclair St

89 Pinecrest Dr

11 Garshan Rd

Lakefront Apartments

24 Dundas St

133 Pinecrest Dr

55-65 Highfield Park Dr

86 Highfield Park Dr

20 Joseph Young St
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98 Highfield Park Dr

17 Highfield Park Drive

80 Highfield Park Dr

94 Highfield Park Dr

Highfield Park

30 Joseph Young St

40 Joseph Young St

10 Joseph Young St

90 Highfield Park Dr

Parker Street Apartments
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76 Highfield Park Dr

47 Joseph Young St

86 Gaston Road

One Oak Street

Dillman Place

1570 Walnut St

Alma @ South End Halifax

Churchill Apartments

2013 North Park St

1157-1157 Tower Rd
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1338-1338 Hollis St

2213 Brunswick St

5222-5222 Green St

5778-5778 South St

Southpoint

Spring Garden

5770 Spring Garden Rd

2074 Robie St

3034 Windsor St

Garden Park
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2001 Brunswick St

1991 Brunswick St

5885 Cunard St

Harbour View Apartments

2334 Longard Plaza

1112-1112 Tower Rd

LeMarchant Towers

5221 Dr. Alfred Waddell St

Quinpool Tower

Park Victoria Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dartmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dartmouth Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $1,225 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $800 | $2,770 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $1,695 | $4,795 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $1,350 | $7,409 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $1,170 | $5,100 |
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Cheapest Available Dartmouth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dartmouth, NS is a 4 Beds unit found at Alma @ South End Halifax priced from $1,170. Churchill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dartmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma @ South End Halifax | 4 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Churchill Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| 96 Highfield Park Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 3 Fernhill Drive | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Spring Garden Terrace | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Southpoint | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,516 |
| Spring Garden | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,535 |
| The Welsford Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
| 5824 Macara Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Halifax Apartments – Scotia Tower | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS
As of March 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dartmouth area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bed + Den Model at 22 Hamlet Lane in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Dartmouth apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Alexander starting at $2,895 with a $2.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Hamlet Lane | 2 Bed + Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| The Alexander | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| The Ashton Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| The Terrastone | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Kensington Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Maplehurst Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Woodside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Cunard Apartments – Lowrise | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 96 Highfield Park Dr | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Alma @ South End Halifax | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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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 $1,300 at Churchill Apartments.
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 $1,650 at 86 Gaston Road.
What is the most affordable Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alma @ South End Halifax and starts from $1,350.
Expert Rental Resources
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.