Cheap Apartments for Rent in Halifax, NS from $700 (133 Rentals)

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ALMA @ South End
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$1,170 - $6,025
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Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1

ALMA @ South End

1412 Seymour StHalifax, NS B3H 0C7
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property at 5778-5778 South St

$1,495 - $2,395

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5778-5778 South St

HalifaxNSB3H 4K6
property at 6411-6411 South St

$1,595 - $2,200

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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6411-6411 South St

HalifaxNSB3H 1V1

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property at 5885 Cunard St

$1,645 - $2,095

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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The Macdonald

5885 Cunard St
HalifaxNSB3K 1E3
property at 5222-5222 Green St

$1,650 - $1,825

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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5222-5222 Green St

HalifaxNSB3H 1N7

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property at 80 Chipstone Close

$1,710 - $1,920

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Stonecrest Village

80 Chipstone Close
HalifaxNSB3M 4H3

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Fort Lawrence
$700 - $1,295Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fort Lawrence

3065 Olivet StHalifax, NS B3L 4R2
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Fort Anne
$700 - $2,200Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fort Anne

3095 Olivet StHalifax, NS B3L 4A5
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854 Mclean St
$1,000 - $2,175Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

854 Mclean St

854 Mclean StHalifax, NS B3H 2T8
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The Terrace
$1,100 - $2,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace

961 S Bland StHalifax, NS B3H 1J6
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Fort George
$1,185 - $2,200Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fort George

3045 Olivet StHalifax, NS B3L 4R2
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Kent Street
$1,295 - $1,825Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Street

5240 Kent StHalifax, NS B3H 1P6
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Cheapest Available Halifax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Halifax, NS is a Studio unit found at Churchill Apartments priced from $1,225. 90 Highfield Park Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Halifax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Churchill ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,225
90 Highfield Park Dr1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,300
86 Highfield Park Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
76 Highfield Park Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
96 Highfield Park Dr1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,395
Riverview Terrace1 Bedrom1BR,1BA$1,400
1 Glenview Drive1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,450
Harbour View Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,475
Sheradon PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495
Dillman PlaceOne Bedroom + Water View1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Halifax, NS

As of May 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Halifax area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 Bedroom plus Den 2 Bath Model at Royal Gardens in the starting from $2,519. The second greatest value Halifax apartment is the 2 Bedroom(s) and 2 Bathroom(s) Model at Azure starting at $2,660 with a $1.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Halifax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Royal Gardens2 Bedroom plus Den 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.53
Azure2 Bedroom(s) and 2 Bathroom(s)2BR,2BA$1.71
The Kensington Apartments3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.99
The Gardens I/II Luxury Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.72
76 Place Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.92
The Ashton Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.92
Wentworth Terrace Estates 1312-bedroom2BR,2BA$1.83
Ocean Brook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.87
86 Highfield Park Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.62
96 Highfield Park Dr1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Halifax Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Halifax?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Halifax is at Churchill Apartments listed at $1,225.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Halifax Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Halifax Apartment is $1,300 at 90 Highfield Park Dr.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Halifax Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Halifax is starting from $1,500 at 96 Highfield Park Dr.

What is the most affordable Halifax Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Halifax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Glen Terrace and starts from $2,095.

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