Where to Buy in Halifax?

This neighborhood is a 30 minute drive from downtown Halifax and is divided into three areas: Lower Sackville, Middle Sackville and Upper Sackville. Sackville has two bus terminals conveniently located at each end of town for commuters. The Metro Link is a high speed transit system that travels from Sackville to downtown Halifax several times a day.

The Sackville Sports Stadium and The Sackville Public Library are two major centers that always have something going on for all ages. Lower Sackville has many detached and semi-detached homes. Middle Sackville is a growing area with most homes found on larger lots in a country setting. The Margeson Drive Exchange allows quick access to Hwy 101 for easy routes to downtown Halifax or Annapolis Valley. Upper Sackville is approximately 8 kilometers from Lower Sackville with large affordable lots and privacy.

This neighborhood is a 40 minute drive to downtown Halifax and is located north east of Lower Sackville. Its’ housing market consists primarily of single detached family homes. Subdivision communities include: Monarch Estates, Greenforest, Lakeridge Estates and Lost Creek--a subdivision that hosts the 18-hole championship golf course, The Lost Creek Golf Club.

This neighborhood is also home to Emerson Ridge Driving Range that hosts 20 tee-off stations in a beautiful forested area and The Beaver Bank-Kinsac Community Center, a multipurpose gathering place for people of all ages.

This neighborhood is a 30 minute drive to downtown Halifax and a 10 minute drive to The Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Homes are built on large lots and the area has an abundance of lakes and wide open spaces. Subdivision communities include: Swartzwald, Fall River Village, St. Andrew’s West, Capilano Estates and Kinloch Estates.

The Gordon R. Snow Community Center has two meeting rooms, a gymnasium, fitness center and arts and crafts room. The largest shopping mall is The Fall River Plaza and there is excellent swimming in the area with several public beaches to enjoy.

The neighborhood is a 25 minute drive to downtown Halifax and 15 minutes to The Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Like in Fall River, the majority of the lots are large and either have lake access or are lakefront.

Waverley is home to The Cheema Aquatic Club, a globally recognized canoe and kayak club. Every September, Waverley holds a celebration called “Gold Rush Days” to commemorate its’ gold-mining history. Highlights include a parade, fireworks and an arts and crafts show.

This neighborhood is a 30 minute drive to downtown Halifax. Situated approximately 6 kilometers east of Dartmouth, Cole Harbour offers a rural and suburban lifestyle close to the Eastern Shore beaches yet is minutes away from all amenities. Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Colby Village, Forest Hills, Highland Acres and Willowdale.

Cole Harbour enjoys an abundance of parks and trails and is home to Cole Harbour Place, a state of the art multi-use sports facility. Rainbow Haven Beach, a Provincial Park, is considered to be one of the area’s best attractions. And for hockey fans, Cole Harbour is the birthplace of NHL legend Sidney Crosby!

Situated across the harbour from Halifax, commuting from Dartmouth to downtown Halifax is easy thanks to the The Alderney Landing and Woodside Ferries (12 minute ride) and both Halifax Harbour Bridges (20 minute drive).

Dartmouth shares both an east coast and urban vibe and is packed with things to do and see. It is home to the Alderney Landing Farmers’ Market, several recreation sports facilities (Dartmouth Sportsplex and East Coast Varsity Dome) and several large shopping areas (Mic Mall Mall, Penhorn Mall, Dartmouth Crossing and Burnside Industrial Park).

Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Old Dartmouth, Southdale, Woodlawn, Albro Lake and Harbourview. There are officially 23 lakes in Dartmouth, with supervised beaches and multi-purpose trails perfect for walking, hiking and biking.

This neighborhood is a 20 minute drive from downtown Halifax and a 20 minute drive from The Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Bedford is a growing community and is home to two beautiful waterfront parks. DeWolf Park has a 3 kilometer boardwalk that has scenic views overlooking Bedford Basin. And Bedford Lions Park has a popular outdoor pool and picnic area. Bedford is also home to six ice surfaces at The Lebrun Centre, The Gary Martin Dome and The BMO Centre.

A well-established sailing community, it is home to The Bedford Basin Yacht Club and Marina. There are two shopping malls (Bedford Place Mall and Sunnyside Mall) and you can stroll down the main street and drop in on interesting shops, offices, churches and restaurants—including The Chicken Burger. A roadside landmark reputed to be the oldest drive-in diner in Canada!

This neighborhood is a 30 minute drive from downtown Halifax and encircles beautiful St. Margaret’s Bay, one of the world's greatest sailing bays. Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Haliburton Hills/Heights, Stillwater Lake, Westwood Hills, Highland Park, Boutiliers Point, Glen Haven, Seabright, French Village and Upper Tantallon. This neighborhood offers country living with easy access to a full complement of amenities. St. Margaret’s Sports Center has ice surfaces, basketball courts and fitness facilities. Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park is a nature-lover’s retreat.

This neighborhood is a 25 minute drive to downtown Halifax and is known for its’ large, spacious, treed lots. Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Kingswood, Kingswood North, Voyageur Lakes, Blue Mountain Estates, White Hills and Lucasville.

Hammonds Plains is home to Hatfield Farm, offering everything from wagon and sleigh rides to wedding and event hosting. Glen Arbour Golf Course, a 5-star public golf course for golfers of all abilities is also in the area. Shopping can be found in Bedford, Clayton Park or Tantallon.

This neighborhood is a 20 minute drive from downtown Halifax. Its’ homes are set among scenic woodlands and offer a range of houses, townhouses, condos and fully-serviced lots.

Residents of Timberlea enjoy an 18-hole golf course (The Links at Brunello) that offers tennis courts, boating, hiking, cross-country skiing trails and so much more. Subdivision communities include: Glengarry Estates and Greenwood Heights. Major shopping is found minutes away in Bayer’s Lake.

This large neighborhood is a 15 minute drive to downtown Halifax and is close to Bayers Lake Shopping District, one of the largest business parks in Atlantic Canada with retailers, restaurants, hotels and theatres. Halifax Mainland North also offers quick access to the Bedford Highway and Highway 102. Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Fairview, Clayton Park, Fairmount, Clayton Park West, Rockingham, and Wedgewood Park.

Halifax Mainland North residents can access a number of major public facilities, like The Canada Games Center, The BMO Soccer Center, and The Keshen Goodman Library. This neighborhood also provides indoor and outdoor all-weather sports fields and baseball diamonds. And Mount Saint Vincent University offers a unique collection of programs, undergraduate research opportunities and some of the smallest class sizes in Canada.

This neighborhood is walking distance to downtown Halifax, hospitals, schools and universities. It fronts beautiful Point Pleasant Park, a historic 75-hectare wooded area great for walking, running, biking, or just sitting on a bench contemplating the ocean. The South End is also home to The Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market and The Waegwoltic Club—specializing in tennis, sailing, aquatics, dining and lifestyle programming to suit every age. Conrose Park is a smaller urban park that is adjacent to St. Mary’s Boat Club. The South End is also home to The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and Garrison Brewing Company. And Phase One of The Halifax Urban Greenway is now complete—a one kilometer section of an off-road, multi-use recreational trail for all to enjoy.

While the South End is known as the wealthy part of the Peninsula and does hold private schools, private clubs and million-dollar homes, the area is much more diverse than its’ reputation. There is also a high student population, owing to the presence of Dalhousie University, Saint Mary’s University, University of King’s College, NSCAD University, Université Sainte-Anne and The Atlantic School of Theology.

This neighborhood is a bustling city known for its’ vibrant pubs, beer gardens and restaurants. Spring Garden Road is a busy shopping district, with clothing boutiques, stationary stores and stylish home décor shops. Park Lane Mall is a three-storey shopping mall with over 40 shops, Cineplex Cinemas and Good Life Fitness Club. City Centre Atlantic is a retail and office development in the heart of the city, home to the famous Pete’s Frootique Grocery Store.

The Halifax Central Library is a beautiful five-storey structure, with a rooftop terrace offering a broad view of Downtown Halifax, the South End and Halifax Harbour. The star-shaped, 19th century Halifax Citadel overlooks the city from a grassy hill, while tranquil paths wind through the Victorian-era Halifax Public Gardens. Residential properties in this neighborhood consist of primarily apartments and condominiums. Downtown Halifax is also home to the historic Schmidtville neighborhood with iconic row homes associated with the early settlement of the province, dating back as early as the 1700s.

This neighborhood is a 15 minute drive to downtown Halifax, with some homes boasting glorious views out over the Northwest Arm and the Halifax Peninsula. Chocolate Lake, one of the nearest freshwater lakes to downtown Halifax, is popular with swimmers and families during the summer months. The Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron (RNSYS) offers a multitude of memberships your family can enjoy.

Subdivision communities in this neighborhood include: Cowie Hill, Melville Cove, Armdale, Spryfield, Chocolate Lake, Purcell’s Cove, Herring Cove, Ravenscraig and Govenor’s Brook. This neighborhood is also home to York Redoubt National Historic Site, a 200-year old fortification on a high bluff overlooking Halifax Harbour. Sir Sandford Fleming Park, located off of Purcell’s Cove Road, has 95 acres of park land perfect for a bike ride, jog or long stroll. And it’s definitely worthwhile to go to top of the Dingle Tower. The views are phenomenal!

This neighborhood is a 10 minute drive to downtown Halifax and is defined by a number of parks, walking trails, baseball and soccer fields and lovely Flinn Park. The West End has blocks of tree-lined, older residential streets. There is also The Halifax Forum for hockey, skating and other community events.

The West End is home to three of the city’s largest shopping centers (Halifax Shopping Center, West End Mall and The Village at Bayer’s Road). Quinpool Road is the area’s southern edge and features many unique and small businesses and restaurants.

This neighborhood is a10 minute drive to downtown Halifax. It is a trendy area known for its’ restaurant scene, boutiques, colorful houses and lively nightlife. It is also home to Nova Scotia Community College and Canadian Forces Base Stadacona.

The North End has several large parks (Needham Park, Sullivan Park, The Halifax Commons and Seaview Memorial Park) and pretty rows of English-style market shops and townhomes in its’ Hydrostone area. Gottingen Street is home to art galleries, shops and cafes. Agricola Street is another popular street with restaurants, antique shops and furniture stores.