Nova Scotia land transfer tax calculator
See exactly what you'll owe on closing in Nova Scotia — with current rate brackets and any first-time home buyer rebate applied automatically.
Land transfer tax is due in cash on closing and cannot be rolled into your mortgage — budget for it alongside legal fees and your down payment.
Nova Scotia's deed transfer tax is set by each municipality; 1.5% is the Halifax Regional Municipality rate. Rates elsewhere range from about 0.5% to 1.5%.
| Over $0 | 1.50% |
A $600,000 home in Nova Scotia costs about $9,000 in land transfer tax, payable in cash on closing.
Nova Scotia land transfer tax by purchase price
| Purchase price | Tax |
|---|---|
| $400,000 | $6,000 |
| $600,000 | $9,000 |
| $800,000 | $12,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $15,000 |
Nova Scotia rate brackets
| Over $0 | 1.50% |
Nova Scotia's deed transfer tax is set by each municipality; 1.5% is the Halifax Regional Municipality rate. Rates elsewhere range from about 0.5% to 1.5%.
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax in Nova Scotia?
On a $600,000 home in Nova Scotia, land transfer tax is approximately $9,000. The tax is charged on a sliding scale, so the amount rises with the purchase price. It's due in cash on closing day.
Do first-time buyers pay land transfer tax in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia does not offer a general first-time home buyer land transfer tax rebate.
When do I pay land transfer tax?
On closing day. Your lawyer or notary collects it as part of your closing costs and remits it on your behalf. It cannot be added to your mortgage, so you need the cash available on top of your down payment.
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“Nova Scotia Land Transfer Tax Calculator — VaultNerd” — VaultNerd, https://www.vaultnerd.com/tools/land-transfer-tax-calculator/nova-scotia, updated August 2026.
- Nova Scotia land transfer tax / land titles fee schedule
- Provincial first-time home buyer rebate rules