Dartmouth — "the City of Lakes" — sits across the harbour from Halifax and is a thriving community in its own right within Halifax Regional Municipality. With strong tech employment, excellent schools, and a vibrant downtown waterfront, Dartmouth offers great value compared to Halifax proper.
As part of Halifax Regional Municipality, Dartmouth properties are subject to HRM's deed transfer tax of approximately 1.5% of the purchase price. Nova Scotia has no provincial land transfer tax. Confirm exact rates with your real estate lawyer before closing.
EQ Bank's 3.00% everyday savings rate with no fees is the top digital choice for Dartmouth's growing tech and healthcare workforce. Save smarter while enjoying life on the Eastern Passage and the Chain of Lakes Trail.
Dartmouth families shopping at Mic Mac Mall and local grocery stores earn 5% cashback with KOHO. The $100 welcome bonus helps offset Dartmouth's rising cost of living as HRM demand keeps prices climbing.
Tangerine's 5.00% promotional savings rate (6 months) helps Dartmouth buyers save for their down payment faster in HRM's competitive real estate market where prices have nearly doubled since 2020.
Scotiabank has branch presence throughout Dartmouth including Portland Street and Woodlawn locations, with mortgage specialists who understand the Dartmouth/HRM market's unique dynamics.
TD Bank provides full-service banking in Dartmouth with branch locations on both sides of Halifax Harbour, excellent mortgage products for HRM buyers, and a comprehensive ATM network across the region.
RBC is well-established in Dartmouth with branch access and a coast-to-coast banking network. Excellent for Dartmouth residents who travel frequently for work and need consistent banking service across Atlantic Canada.
Dartmouth is part of HRM and subject to the municipal deed transfer tax (approximately 1–1.5% of purchase price). Nova Scotia has no provincial land transfer tax. Verify exact rates with your lawyer.