Nova Scotia
Build in Kingston
Adjacent to Atlantic Canada's largest airbase, Kingston offers stable rental demand from military families seeking quality off-base housing
R2
Primary Zone
From $160K
Per Unit Cost
From $2,000/mo
Standard Rent
Zoning in Kingston
Multiple zones allow multi-family development as-of-right, with varying density allowances.
R1
Up to 1 Units
Low-density residential zone for single-family homes. Limited development flexibility. Typical of established residential areas in Kingston.
9m (2.5 storeys)
35% coverage
R2
Up to 2 Units
Low-density residential zone permitting duplexes. Good entry point for multiplex investment in Kingston's established neighborhoods near CFB Greenwood...
9m (2.5 storeys)
40% coverage
R3
Up to 4 Units
Medium-density residential zone allowing triplexes and fourplexes. Primary target zone for Helio multiplex development in Kingston.
10m (3 storeys)
45% coverage
Why Build in Kingston?
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Stable Military Housing Demand
CFB Greenwood employs over 2,300 military and civilian personnel, with many families seeking off-base housing in Kingston. Military postings ensure consistent tenant turnover and steady demand for quality rental units year-round.
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18% Lower Construction Costs
Kingston's 0.82x cost multiplier compared to Halifax means significant savings on labor and materials. Combined with strong military rental demand, investors can achieve excellent returns on duplex and triplex development.
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Growing Community
Kingston-Greenwood experienced 3.5% population growth from 2016-2021. The median age of 37.6 years reflects a younger, family-oriented demographic compared to other rural Nova Scotia communities.
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Higher Household Incomes
Median household income of $77,000 exceeds many rural Nova Scotia communities, reflecting stable military salaries and civilian base employment. Strong tenant qualification and rent payment reliability.
Products Available in Kingston
Based on local zoning, these products can be built as-of-right or with standard approvals.
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