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Noah - 3 Bed 2.5 Bath

3 bed · 2.5 bath · apartment

Samara Lane - 1 Bed 1 Bath

1 bed · 1 bath · apartment

Dartmouth, NS

$2,700/month

Cortland - 3 Bed 3.5 Bath

3 bed · 3.5 bath · apartment

Dartmouth, NS

$2,000/month

Victoria Road 5397 - 2 Bed

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How much is rent in Dartmouth?

CMHC surveys Dartmouth within the Halifax area, where a 1 bedroom averages $1,539, a 2 bedroom averages $1,828 and a 3 bedroom + averages $2,254 per month (Rental Market Survey, October 2025). Asking rents on individual Dartmouth listings vary with condition and utilities, so treat this as a baseline, not a quote.

Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey, . View the CMHC data

Which neighbourhoods should I look at in Dartmouth?

Renters searching Dartmouth most often look at Downtown Dartmouth, Burnside, Cole Harbour, Portland Hills and Woodside. Each differs in price, commute and how much of the housing stock is purpose-built apartments versus houses and flats, so it is worth comparing a few listings in more than one area before committing to a lease.

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What is the rental market like in Dartmouth?

Dartmouth sits across Halifax Harbour, connected by the Macdonald and MacKay bridges and the Halifax Transit ferry. Often called the "City of Lakes," Dartmouth offers a balance of urban convenience and natural recreation with over 20 lakes within city limits.

Rental options include waterfront apartments in Downtown Dartmouth, family homes in Cole Harbour and Portland Hills, and units near the Burnside business park. Dartmouth's lower rents compared to Halifax peninsula, combined with ferry and transit access, make it an attractive option for commuters.

Renting in Dartmouth: common questions

How much is rent in Dartmouth?

CMHC surveys Dartmouth within the Halifax area, where a 1 bedroom averages $1,539, a 2 bedroom averages $1,828 and a 3 bedroom + averages $2,254 per month (Rental Market Survey, October 2025). Asking rents on individual Dartmouth listings vary with condition and utilities, so treat this as a baseline, not a quote.

Which neighbourhoods should I look at when renting in Dartmouth?

Renters searching Dartmouth most often look at Downtown Dartmouth, Burnside, Cole Harbour, Portland Hills and Woodside. Each differs in price, commute and how much of the housing stock is purpose-built apartments versus houses and flats, so it is worth comparing a few listings in more than one area before committing to a lease.

How do I know a Dartmouth rental listing is not a scam?

Treat any Dartmouth listing as unsafe if the person refuses an in-person or video viewing, is unreachable by phone, or asks for an e-transfer deposit before you have seen the unit or signed a lease. Those three signals together account for the overwhelming majority of rental fraud reported in Atlantic Canada.

Are landlords on MapleRentals.ca verified?

Yes. Every landlord advertising a Dartmouth rental on MapleRentals.ca passes identity verification and property-ownership confirmation before a listing goes live, and listings are screened by automated scam detection. Renters can also report a suspicious listing, which flags it for review.

Do I have to pay a deposit before viewing a Dartmouth rental?

No. You should never send money for a Dartmouth rental before viewing the unit and signing a lease. A legitimate landlord will let you see the property first. A request for an e-transfer to hold a unit you have not seen is the single most common form of rental scam.

How do I arrange a viewing for a rental in Dartmouth?

Open the listing on MapleRentals.ca and contact the landlord through the listing page. Because landlords are verified before publication, the contact details belong to the confirmed owner of the Dartmouth property rather than to whoever posted the ad, which is what makes a viewing request safe to send.

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