Halifax, NS Real Estate - Houses For Sale in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Homes for sale in Halifax offer diverse options, with about half being single detached houses. The rest of the housing market consists mainly of large and small apartment buildings. This city provides a range of home sizes, from cozy lofts to spacious residences with four or more bedrooms. Approximately 60% of Halifax residents are homeowners, while the remaining 40% are renters. Unlike cities that grew all at once, Halifax saw new construction over various decades in the 20th and 21st centuries. The average price listed on MLS® for homes in this area is around $931,228. Read more about Halifax real estate
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About Living in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Transportation
Driving is an excellent medium of transportation in Halifax. It is especially convenient to come across a place to park. In contrast, Halifax is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, property owners are served by over 50 bus lines. A majority of the homes for sale in this municipality are located in areas that are not very well-suited for walking since most daily needs are inconvenient to carry out on foot.
Services
It can be challenging to walk to high schools and primary schools from properties for sale in Halifax. Furthermore, families may consider it difficult to get to daycares as a pedestrian. In terms of eating, a portion of home buyers in Halifax may be able to do their grocery shopping by walking in one of over 150 stores, while others will have to rely on another means of transportation. There are also a few opportunities for those who care about nearby restaurants.
Character
Most areas in Halifax are very quiet, as the streets are very tranquil. It is sometimes difficult to get to parks since they are sparse. Still, there are over 900 green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in.
