Nova Scotia
Build in Port Williams
Municipal services, affluent community, and strategic location create stable rental investment opportunity
R-2
Primary Zone
From $160K
Per Unit Cost
From $2,000/mo
Standard Rent
Zoning in Port Williams
Multiple zones allow multi-family development as-of-right, with varying density allowances.
R-1
Up to 1 Units
Low-density residential zone for single-family dwellings. Common in established areas of Port Williams village. Limited flexibility for multiplex deve...
9m (2 storeys)
35% coverage
R-2
Up to 2 Units
Low-density residential zone allowing duplexes and semi-detached homes. Available in select areas of the village and surrounding municipality.
9m (2 storeys)
40% coverage
R-3
Up to 4 Units
Medium-density residential zone allowing triplexes and fourplexes. Limited availability in Port Williams area - primarily in locations with full munic...
10m (2.5 storeys)
45% coverage
Why Build in Port Williams?
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Full Municipal Services
Port Williams operates its own water and sewer utilities serving 500+ customers. Recent $1 million federal-provincial-municipal investment upgraded infrastructure on High Street, supporting continued residential growth and development capacity.
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Strategic Valley Location
Situated between Wolfville (5 minutes) and Kentville (10 minutes), Port Williams residents enjoy easy access to Acadia University, Valley Regional Hospital, and regional shopping while living in a quieter village setting.
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Affluent Community Profile
Median household income of $88,000 significantly exceeds provincial average. Established families and professionals create stable, reliable tenant pool for quality rental housing.
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Lower Construction Costs
Kings County's 0.85x cost multiplier compared to HRM means significant savings on construction. Combined with Housing Accelerator Fund fee waivers, investors can achieve strong returns on well-located properties.
Products Available in Port Williams
Based on local zoning, these products can be built as-of-right or with standard approvals.
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