There are a wide variety of housing choices in Greater Halifax, ranging from urban to rural, condominiums to single family detached, offered at a full range of prices.
According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, in Halifax the average selling price of houses in 2007 was $332,821 - making Halifax one of the more inexpensive housing locations in the country.
For an extensive list of houses currently available for purchase, visit the Multiple Listing Service website and select Nova Scotia. If you are considering renting a property, the Classified section of The Chronicle Herald is a good place to start.
For more information about Canadian housing, where to go for help or how to find, rent or buy a home in Greater Halifax, visit the Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation's (CMHC) website. The CMHC offers free copies of the Newcomer's Guide to Canadian Housing which is filled with tips on what to look for when choosing a home.