Land transfer tax · 2026
Nova Scotia land transfer tax
Nova Scotia's deed transfer tax is set by each municipality, up to 1.5% of the price. Halifax charges 1.5%; the amounts here use that rate.
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First-time home buyers
Some municipalities offer first-time buyer rebates. Halifax doesn't. Buyers who aren't Nova Scotia residents may also owe a provincial non-resident tax.
Nova Scotia land transfer tax by price
| Price | Tax | First-time buyer |
|---|---|---|
| $300,000 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| $350,000 | $5,250 | $5,250 |
| $400,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| $450,000 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| $500,000 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| $550,000 | $8,250 | $8,250 |
| $600,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
| $650,000 | $9,750 | $9,750 |
| $700,000 | $10,500 | $10,500 |
| $750,000 | $11,250 | $11,250 |
| $800,000 | $12,000 | $12,000 |
| $850,000 | $12,750 | $12,750 |
| $900,000 | $13,500 | $13,500 |
| $950,000 | $14,250 | $14,250 |
| $1,000,000 | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| $1,050,000 | $15,750 | $15,750 |
| $1,100,000 | $16,500 | $16,500 |
| $1,150,000 | $17,250 | $17,250 |
| $1,200,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 |
| $1,250,000 | $18,750 | $18,750 |
| $1,300,000 | $19,500 | $19,500 |
| $1,350,000 | $20,250 | $20,250 |
| $1,400,000 | $21,000 | $21,000 |
| $1,450,000 | $21,750 | $21,750 |
| $1,500,000 | $22,500 | $22,500 |
| $1,750,000 | $26,250 | $26,250 |
| $2,000,000 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| $2,500,000 | $37,500 | $37,500 |
| $3,000,000 | $45,000 | $45,000 |
When you pay it
It's paid when the deed is registered, usually by your lawyer from your closing funds.
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia's deed transfer tax is set by each municipality, up to 1.5% of the price. Halifax charges 1.5%; the amounts here use that rate. On a $500,000 home it comes to $7,500; on $1,000,000 it's $15,000.
Do first-time buyers pay less?
Some municipalities offer first-time buyer rebates. Halifax doesn't. Buyers who aren't Nova Scotia residents may also owe a provincial non-resident tax.
When is it paid?
It's paid when the deed is registered, usually by your lawyer from your closing funds.
Land transfer tax in other provinces
Rates for 2026. Sources: Halifax property taxes. Estimates for planning, not legal or tax advice. Your lawyer or notary confirms the final amount.