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The Thompson 1256 Barrington St 519 - 26,018 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)

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  • Space
  • Size
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Space Use
  • Condition
  • Available
  • 1st Floor, Ste 100
  • 12,400 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $25.83 USD/SF/YR $2.15 USD/SF/MO $320,329 USD/YR $26,694 USD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Unit 100 at The Thompson offers approximately 12,400 sq. ft. of expansive office space in a prominent downtown Halifax location on Barrington Street. Highlights: - Approx. 12,400 sq. ft. office space - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Contemporary multi-storey building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Adjacent to VIA Rail Station - Within walking distance of banking, business, financial, and entertainment districts - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to the building - On-site amenity: Board Room Games Café Base Rent: $15 psf/yr Additional Rent: $20.33 psf/yr This is an outstanding opportunity to secure substantial office space in a well-positioned downtown building offering accessibility, character, and convenient amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 830-0062 | leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 2nd Floor, Ste 202
  • 2,989 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $25.03 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $74,811 USD/YR $6,234 USD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Unit 202 at the The Thompson offers approximately 1,655 SF of well-appointed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals seeking a smaller, efficiently configured office in a central and vibrant business location. Highlights: - Approx. 1,655 SF office space - Ideal for professional and smaller office users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an excellent opportunity to secure centrally located office space in a prestigious downtown Halifax building offering both convenience and a professional setting.

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 2nd Floor, Ste 203
  • 2,989 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $75,029 USD/YR $6,252 USD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Unit 203 at the The Thompson offers approximately 2,989 SF of well-appointed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals or small teams seeking a larger, efficiently configured office in a central and vibrant business location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, providing a bright and professional environment. Tenants enjoy adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and convenient walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, offering a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 2,989 SF office space - Ideal for professional and small corporate users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an excellent opportunity to secure prominent downtown Halifax office space in a professional building offering both accessibility and distinctive amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • 9 Private Offices
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 3rd Floor, Ste 300
  • 7,121 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $178,750 USD/YR $14,896 USD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Unit 300 at the The Thompson offers approximately 7,121 SF of expansive office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideally suited for professional, corporate, or team-oriented office users seeking a large, flexible workspace in a prime central location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, creating a bright and professional environment. Tenants benefit from adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, providing a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 7,121 SF office space - Ideal for professional, corporate, and team-oriented users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an exceptional opportunity to secure a large, centrally located office space in one of downtown Halifax’s most accessible and professional buildings. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • 9 Private Offices
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 6th Floor, Ste 601
  • 519 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $13,028 USD/YR $1,086 USD/MO
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Unit 601 at the The Thompson offers approximately 519 SF of efficiently designed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals or small teams seeking a compact, well-positioned workspace in a central business location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, providing a bright and professional environment. Tenants enjoy adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, offering a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 519 SF office space - Ideal for professionals or small teams - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is a rare opportunity to secure a compact, centrally located office space in a prestigious downtown Halifax building with excellent accessibility and distinctive amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor, Ste 100 12,400 SF Negotiable $25.83 USD/SF/YR $2.15 USD/SF/MO $320,329 USD/YR $26,694 USD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
2nd Floor, Ste 202 2,989 SF Negotiable $25.03 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $74,811 USD/YR $6,234 USD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
2nd Floor, Ste 203 2,989 SF Negotiable $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $75,029 USD/YR $6,252 USD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
3rd Floor, Ste 300 7,121 SF Negotiable $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $178,750 USD/YR $14,896 USD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
6th Floor, Ste 601 519 SF Negotiable $25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $13,028 USD/YR $1,086 USD/MO Office Full Build-Out 30 Days

1st Floor, Ste 100

Size
12,400 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$25.83 USD/SF/YR $2.15 USD/SF/MO $320,329 USD/YR $26,694 USD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

2nd Floor, Ste 202

Size
2,989 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$25.03 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $74,811 USD/YR $6,234 USD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

2nd Floor, Ste 203

Size
2,989 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $75,029 USD/YR $6,252 USD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

3rd Floor, Ste 300

Size
7,121 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $178,750 USD/YR $14,896 USD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

6th Floor, Ste 601

Size
519 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$25.10 USD/SF/YR $2.09 USD/SF/MO $13,028 USD/YR $1,086 USD/MO
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

1st Floor, Ste 100

Size 12,400 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $25.83 USD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Unit 100 at The Thompson offers approximately 12,400 sq. ft. of expansive office space in a prominent downtown Halifax location on Barrington Street. Highlights: - Approx. 12,400 sq. ft. office space - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Contemporary multi-storey building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Adjacent to VIA Rail Station - Within walking distance of banking, business, financial, and entertainment districts - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to the building - On-site amenity: Board Room Games Café Base Rent: $15 psf/yr Additional Rent: $20.33 psf/yr This is an outstanding opportunity to secure substantial office space in a well-positioned downtown building offering accessibility, character, and convenient amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 830-0062 | leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout

2nd Floor, Ste 202

Size 2,989 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $25.03 USD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Unit 202 at the The Thompson offers approximately 1,655 SF of well-appointed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals seeking a smaller, efficiently configured office in a central and vibrant business location. Highlights: - Approx. 1,655 SF office space - Ideal for professional and smaller office users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an excellent opportunity to secure centrally located office space in a prestigious downtown Halifax building offering both convenience and a professional setting.

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout

2nd Floor, Ste 203

Size 2,989 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $25.10 USD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Unit 203 at the The Thompson offers approximately 2,989 SF of well-appointed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals or small teams seeking a larger, efficiently configured office in a central and vibrant business location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, providing a bright and professional environment. Tenants enjoy adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and convenient walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, offering a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 2,989 SF office space - Ideal for professional and small corporate users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an excellent opportunity to secure prominent downtown Halifax office space in a professional building offering both accessibility and distinctive amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 9 Private Offices
  • 1 Conference Room

3rd Floor, Ste 300

Size 7,121 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $25.10 USD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Unit 300 at the The Thompson offers approximately 7,121 SF of expansive office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideally suited for professional, corporate, or team-oriented office users seeking a large, flexible workspace in a prime central location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, creating a bright and professional environment. Tenants benefit from adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, providing a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 7,121 SF office space - Ideal for professional, corporate, and team-oriented users - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is an exceptional opportunity to secure a large, centrally located office space in one of downtown Halifax’s most accessible and professional buildings. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 9 Private Offices

6th Floor, Ste 601

Size 519 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $25.10 USD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Unit 601 at the The Thompson offers approximately 519 SF of efficiently designed office space within a six-storey contemporary building in downtown Halifax. This unit is ideal for professionals or small teams seeking a compact, well-positioned workspace in a central business location. The building features exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, providing a bright and professional environment. Tenants enjoy adjacency to the VIA Rail Station and walking access to Halifax’s business, financial, and entertainment districts. Exterior parking spaces are available for staff and visitors. The building also includes the Board Room Games Café in the basement, offering a unique amenity for tenants and guests. Highlights: - Approx. 519 SF office space - Ideal for professionals or small teams - Located downtown Halifax on Barrington Street - Within walking distance of banking, business, and financial facilities - Six-storey contemporary building with exterior granite accents - Solarium with southern exposure - Exterior parking spaces adjacent to building - Amenities include the Board Room Games Café in the basement This is a rare opportunity to secure a compact, centrally located office space in a prestigious downtown Halifax building with excellent accessibility and distinctive amenities. Call or email Rob for a viewing and to hear more about our leasing opportunities. (902) 448-0904| leasing@universalgroup.ca

  • Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout

Property Overview

Situated within a contemporary multi-storey building featuring exterior granite accents and a solarium with southern exposure, this property combines professional presence with architectural character. The building can also accommodate smaller parcels of office space, making it suitable for a range of professional users seeking flexibility in a central business environment. The property is adjacent to the VIA Rail Station and within walking distance of Halifax’s key business, financial, and entertainment districts, providing exceptional convenience for staff and clients alike. Adding to the building’s appeal, the Board Room Games Café is located on-site, offering a unique amenity just steps away.

Property Facts

Building Type
Office
Year Built
1966
Building Height
6 Stories
Building Size
80,000 SF
Building Class
B
Typical Floor Size
13,333 SF

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  • Listing ID: 39107969

  • Date on Market: 1/16/2026

  • Last Updated:

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

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