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Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia and the largest city in Atlantic Canada, known as a vibrant, historic, and coastal urban center. Built around one of the world’s deepest natural harbors, it features a 4-km boardwalk, a rich maritime history (including the Titanic connection), the iconic Citadel Hill fort, and a bustling, youthful atmosphere driven by several universities.
Located on Canada's East Coast, the Halifax Regional Municipality acts as the economic and cultural hub of the region. The city is characterized by its close connection to the ocean and access to nature, including proximity to Peggy’s Cove.
The downtown area features one of the world’s longest downtown boardwalks, acting as a hub for local shops, restaurants, and museums. It is known for its maritime charm, offering a mix of historic buildings and modern attractions.
It is described as having "big energy" for a smaller city, with a lively, safe, and welcoming feel. It serves as an entertainment center with a strong craft beer scene, local live music, and professional sports teams like the Mooseheads and Halifax Wanderers.
The Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), capital of Nova Scotia, is a bustling coastal city and Atlantic Canada’s largest population center. Amalgamated in 1996, it combines the former cities of Halifax and Dartmouth, the Town of Bedford, and Halifax County, creating a diverse region centered on a deep natural harbour.
Key Areas: Includes Downtown Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, and the scenic Eastern Shore
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With 30 years of direct experience, Michele continues to be enthusiastically dedicated to helping her clients to achieve the best of their real estate goals. Her experience includes listing and selling principal residences and investment real estate in Halifax, Nova Scotia, across HRM plus cottages and land within a few hours of the city.
Please contact Michele anytime to confidentially discuss any of your real estate needs and goals.
Canadian Real Estate Association ~ CREA ~ National & Provincial + Territories Comparison Price Map
https://www.crea.ca/housing-market-stats/canadian-housing-market-stats/national-price-map/
CMHC ~ Canadian Housing Market Data
National Bank Home & Mortgage Analysis plus 9 Buying Fees to Consider
https://www.nbc.ca/personal/advice/home/costs-buy-house.html
RBC Monthly Housing Market Update
Scotiabank Monthly Home Sales Housing News Flash
https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/about/economics/economics-publications.housing.html
CIBC Buying or Renting a Home Smart Advice Series
https://www.cibc.com/en/personal-banking/smart-advice/buying-or-renting-a-home.html
TD Real Estate and the Economy Updated Articles
https://economics.td.com/RealEstate
BMO Canadian Housing Monitor
https://economics.bmo.com/en/publications/detail/64198294-232d-433c-9f12-9cfbc7a0c7df/
CREA ~ Canadian Real Estate Association Home Buyers' Road Map
https://content.crea.ca/roadmap/
Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission ~ Step by Step Buying a Home ~ Building Your Team!
https://nsrec.ns.ca/consumers/getting-started/buying-a-home
Getting Started ~ Choosing An Agent
https://nsrec.ns.ca/consumers/getting-started/choosing-a-licensee
Agency Relationships ~ You are 100% entitled to your own representation!
https://nsrec.ns.ca/consumers/getting-started/agency-relationships
Like a Listing Agreement ~ The Buyers Brokerage Agreement
https://nsrec.ns.ca/consumers/getting-started/about-buyer-brokerage-agreements
Jennifer Campbell
https://coxandpalmerlaw.com/people/jennifer-campbell/
Pat Cassidy
https://coxandpalmerlaw.com/people/patrick-i-cassidy-kc/
Real estate is more than a career for Michele—it’s a family legacy. As a second-generation agent and Associate Broker with 30 years of experience, she combines local knowledge of Halifax and the HRM with a genuine passion for helping people reach their goals. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a wonderful home, an urban investment or a quiet cottage a few hours from the city, Michele confidently offers years of experience, insight and results with enthusiasm and gratitude for making her part of this important chapter in your life!
Food for thought from the data archives... MLS® sold on the Halifax Peninsula (districts 1,2,3,4)
2005 to Dec 31, 2016
~ 886 single family detached homes sold on the Halifax Peninsula for under $250,000
2017 to Dec 31, 2020
~ 58 single family detached homes sold on the Halifax Peninsula for under $250,000
2018 to Dec 31, 2022
~ 32 single family detached homes sold on the Halifax Peninsula for under $250,000
2023 until Aug 2026
~ 0 single family detached homes have sold on the Halifax Peninsula for under $250,000 (only 2 have sold under $350,000)
Since Jan 1, 2017, of the 2660 single family detached homes MLS® sales, including repeat sales, on the Halifax Peninsula, districts 1,2,3,4;
(note * for sold price categories this year of the 145 sf detached sales so far)
Find property assessments by civic address or street name
https://www.pvsc.ca/find-assessment
Annual Assessment Timeline ~ PVSC assesses every property in Nova Scotia every year. Over 650,000 property assessment notices are sent out every January to Nova Scotia property owners. Market sales and financial data is collected and analyzed to determine property assessment values based on updated local, area and general market conditions and sold prices. Once the assessment is received, if owners decide to challenge it, they have only approximately 1 month to formerly appeal it in writing.
Homeowners who have lived in their home for more than a few years benefit from 'capped rates'.
Out of Province owners are subject to a higher annual property taxes in some municipalities (and a higher deed transfer tax at the time of purchase ~ 10%) unless the owner becomes a resident of Nova Scotia within 12 months of closing.
Finally, the assessment roll is sent to Nova Scotia's 49 muncipalities to calculate their property tax rate and collectable property taxes which fund 'important community programs, infrastructure and growth.'
