
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS from $900 (125 Rentals)
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96 Highfield Park Dr

89 Pinecrest Dr

1 Brookdale Ct

1237 Cole Harbour Rd

Maplehurst Apartments

The Angus

Origin

20 Driftwood Crescent

152 Hampton Green
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94 Pleasant St

90 Highfield Park Dr

86 Highfield Park Dr

10 Joseph Young St

55-65 Highfield Park Dr

47 Joseph Young St

Highfield Park

30 Joseph Young St

40 Joseph Young St

80 Highfield Park Dr
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94 Highfield Park Dr

20 Joseph Young St

98 Highfield Park Dr

76 Highfield Park Dr

17 Highfield Park Drive

The Shuffle

Parker Street Apartments

Lakefront Apartments

6 Jamieson Street

18 Wentworth St
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One Oak Street

22 Hamlet Lane

Total Monthly Price
ALMA @ South End

Southpoint

Halifax Apartments – Scotia Tower

Harbour View Apartments

Harbour View Apartments

Halifax Apartments – MacKeen Towers

LeMarchant Towers

The Macdonald
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Park Victoria Apartments

Park Victoria Apartments

The Welsford Apartments

Garden Park

Cunard Apartments

Spring Garden Terrace

Courtyard 1 & 2 At Bayers & Young

Bayers Park Apartments

1112-1112 Tower Rd

Cunard Court – Lowrise
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dartmouth Studio Apartments | $1,943 | $1,493 | $3,474 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $1,350 | $4,340 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Dartmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,984 | $1,350 | $5,227 |
| Cheap Dartmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,413 | $1,170 | $4,680 |
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Cheapest Available Dartmouth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dartmouth, NS is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakefront Apartments priced from $1,595. Halifax Apartments – Scotia Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dartmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakefront Apartments | One Bedroom + Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Halifax Apartments – Scotia Tower | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Harbour View Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| Halifax Apartments – MacKeen Towers | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,615 |
| The Macdonald | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,635 |
| Park Victoria Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| The Welsford Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Quinpool Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Spring Garden Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Cunard Apartments – Lowrise | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dartmouth, NS
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dartmouth area is the $2.05 price per square foot 2 Bedroom plus Den 2 Bath Model at The Woodside in the starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Dartmouth apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Gladstone North Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.27 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 Woodside | 2 Bedroom plus Den 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Gladstone North Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| The Terrastone | D1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Angus | 2Bed 1Batn | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| SOQU Residence | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Avonhurst Gardens | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Renaissance South | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Lakecrest Estates | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| The Welsford Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Maplehurst Apartments | Two Bedroom + Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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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 Halifax Apartments – MacKeen Towers listed at $1,615.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dartmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dartmouth Apartment is $1,595 at Lakefront 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 $1,795 at 5824 Macara Street.
What is the most affordable Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dartmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbour View Apartments and starts from $2,380.
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