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The Thompson 1256 Barrington St 519 - 24,684 SF of Office Space Available in Halifax, NS B3J 1Y6

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Prime downtown Halifax location along Barrington Street.
  • Close proximity to government offices, transit, dining, and waterfront amenities.
  • Primarily professional office building with ground-floor retail activation.
  • Well-known, established building offering strong visibility and accessibility.

ALL AVAILABLE SPACES(5)

Display Rental Rate as

  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor, Ste 100
  • 12,400 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $173,600 CAD/YR $14,467 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Fits 31 - 100 People
  • 2nd Floor, Ste 202
  • 2,989 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $41,846 CAD/YR $3,487 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Fits 8 - 24 People
  • 2nd Floor, Ste 203
  • 1,655 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $23,170 CAD/YR $1,931 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Fits 5 - 14 People
  • 3rd Floor, Ste 300
  • 7,121 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $99,694 CAD/YR $8,308 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Fits 18 - 57 People
  • 6th Floor, Ste 601
  • 519 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $7,266 CAD/YR $605.50 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Fits 2 - 5 People
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor, Ste 100 12,400 SF Negotiable $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $173,600 CAD/YR $14,467 CAD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
2nd Floor, Ste 202 2,989 SF Negotiable $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $41,846 CAD/YR $3,487 CAD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
2nd Floor, Ste 203 1,655 SF Negotiable $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $23,170 CAD/YR $1,931 CAD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
3rd Floor, Ste 300 7,121 SF Negotiable $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $99,694 CAD/YR $8,308 CAD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
6th Floor, Ste 601 519 SF Negotiable $14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $7,266 CAD/YR $605.50 CAD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days

1st Floor, Ste 100

Size
12,400 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $173,600 CAD/YR $14,467 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

2nd Floor, Ste 202

Size
2,989 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $41,846 CAD/YR $3,487 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

2nd Floor, Ste 203

Size
1,655 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $23,170 CAD/YR $1,931 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

3rd Floor, Ste 300

Size
7,121 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $99,694 CAD/YR $8,308 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

6th Floor, Ste 601

Size
519 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$14.00 CAD/SF/YR $1.17 CAD/SF/MO $7,266 CAD/YR $605.50 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

1st Floor, Ste 100

Size 12,400 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $14.00 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fits 31 - 100 People

2nd Floor, Ste 202

Size 2,989 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $14.00 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fits 8 - 24 People

2nd Floor, Ste 203

Size 1,655 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $14.00 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fits 5 - 14 People

3rd Floor, Ste 300

Size 7,121 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $14.00 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fits 18 - 57 People

6th Floor, Ste 601

Size 519 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $14.00 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

The Thompson Building is attractive to firms that require large parcels of contiguous space. This six storey building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space ideal for professionals. Features include exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure. Adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s business, financial and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces available. Home to The Thompson is the magnificent Board Room Games Café. Pop down to the basement for your hand at every board game under the sun!

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Fits 2 - 5 People

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, 1256 Barrington Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1Y6 is a prominent multi-storey commercial building offering professional office space with street-level retail. Known as the Thompson Building, the property benefits from excellent visibility, a central business district location, and close proximity to government offices, restaurants, transit, and waterfront amenities. Its combination of professional office environments and active ground-floor uses makes it an attractive option for businesses seeking a well-established downtown presence.

PROPERTY FACTS

Building Type
Office
Year Built
1966
Building Height
6 Stories
Building Size
80,000 SF
Building Class
C
Typical Floor Size
13,333 SF
Walk Score®
Walker's Paradise (98)
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  • Listing ID: 39107969

  • Date on Market: 2026-01-16

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 1256 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 1Y6

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