Property Management in Halifax and HRM
The Diamond Rentals is a boutique property management company serving Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the rest of HRM. We specialize in short and medium-term rental management: Airbnb and furnished monthly rentals run professionally, with fast communication and the care of a small local team.
Why Owners Come to Us
Most owners do not call a property manager when things are going well. They call when revenue stalls, time runs out or trust breaks down.
Revenue is flat, or falling
More listings are competing for the same guests, and travellers are booking later than ever. A flat nightly rate leaves money on the table on busy weekends and sits empty midweek.
Hosting became a second job
Guest messages at all hours, last-minute turnovers and constant price changes. For business owners, the time cost is often bigger than the money.
Cleaners and trades you cannot count on
One missed clean or slow repair can cost a five-star review, and reviews drive every future booking.
Your manager has gone quiet
Slow replies, vague statements, surprise fees, or the feeling of being one of hundreds of units.
You do not live nearby
Owning from Halifax, out of province or overseas means you cannot be there when a guest is locked out or a storm rolls through.
Rules and compliance
Provincial registration, municipal zoning and condo bylaws, and the cost of getting any of them wrong.
Rental management for Halifax owners and investors
Many property management companies in Halifax look after hundreds of units. We deliberately keep our portfolio small, so every owner has a direct line to the people caring for their home. Whether you own a downtown condo, a family home in Bedford or a small multi-unit in Dartmouth, we build a plan around your goals: strong nightly income, furnished monthly stays, or a mix of both.
Proven in HRM
When we took over one short-term rental in HRM, it was earning about $140,000 a year. It is now trending past $170,000, an increase of more than 21 percent.
What we manage
- Airbnb and short-term rentals
- Furnished medium-term rentals
- Executive and corporate stays
- Second homes and cottages
- Condos and single-family homes
- Small multi-unit properties
Communities we serve in HRM
Downtown Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Cole Harbour, Sackville, Hammonds Plains, Timberlea, Tantallon and St. Margaret's Bay. Own a property outside HRM? We also manage across the South Shore.
Short-term rentals in Halifax: know the rules first
Halifax has its own zoning rules for where short-term rentals are allowed, and the province requires short-term rentals to be registered. Before launching, we review whether your property qualifies and what it needs, so you invest with confidence (see our rules guide). If short-term renting is not the right fit, furnished monthly rentals of 28 days or more often are.
Results, in Numbers
We focus on what matters to owners: revenue and guest reviews.
Case study: HRM short-term rental
Annual revenue was about $140,000 when we took over. It is now trending past $170,000, an increase of more than 21 percent.
Case study: Airbnb Superhost
We helped one owner earn Airbnb Superhost status, and the property has held it for five years running.
Results are based on our internal records for properties we manage, and averages are across our management clients. Individual results vary by property, location, season and market conditions, and are not guaranteed.
Good to Know
How much does property management cost in Halifax?
Full-service short-term rental management is usually a percentage of booking revenue, with the rate depending on the property and services included. We put every fee in writing before you sign.
Can you manage my Halifax property if I live out of province?
Yes. Many owners we work with live elsewhere in Canada or abroad. You get regular updates and clear statements, and a local team that can be at your property when it matters.
Do you manage condos in Halifax?
Yes, as long as the condominium's rules allow the type of rental you have in mind. Many Halifax buildings restrict short-term rentals, so we check the declaration and bylaws first and recommend furnished monthly stays where that is the better fit.
More ways we help owners
Areas we serve
Halifax Regional Municipality
- Halifax and HRM
- St. Margaret's Bay
- Downtown Halifax
- Dartmouth
- Bedford
- Cole Harbour
- Sackville
- Hammonds Plains
- Timberlea
South Shore
What could your property earn?
We are selective about the homes we take on, so every owner gets genuine attention. Start with a free rental property analysis: a realistic revenue range, a pricing plan and our honest view of whether your property is a fit. No obligation.