Frequently Asked Questions
Leasing & Applications
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Forest Run is designed around well-proportioned two-bedroom residences. We do not offer one-bedroom units, and current development plans continue to focus on this layout.
Future phases may introduce additional residence types; however, no alternative layouts have been confirmed at this time.
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Forest Run is currently the only rental community operated by Valley Management.
All current and future residences are located within the Forest Run development in Cambridge, Nova Scotia.
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Forest Run residences are offered on fixed-term leases. A 12-month term is most common, although shorter or longer fixed terms may be considered in some circumstances. The specific lease term will be confirmed before the lease is prepared.
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Forest Run uses one online rental application for current and upcoming homes. On the application, you can indicate your preferred move-in date and whether you are interested in a ground-floor or upper-floor residence. If more than one suitable home is available, your application can be considered for the options that match your preferences.
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Each person 18 years of age or older who will be living in the home must complete an application and provide the required supporting documentation. Minors should still be listed as occupants on the application.
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Applicants should be prepared to provide proof of identity, income and employment, along with current and previous rental information. Employed applicants are generally asked to provide a recent pay stub and an employment letter from their employer confirming their start date, job title, wage or salary, and employment type. Credit screening will also form part of the application review.
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Self-employed applicants may be asked to provide additional income documentation, such as recent tax returns and bank statements, so that income can be reasonably verified.
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No. Forest Run residences are leased as complete two-bedroom homes. We do not rent individual rooms or facilitate roommate matching.
If two individuals wish to share a unit, they must coordinate independently and submit completed applications together for approval.
All occupants aged 18 and over must submit a completed application.
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Yes. Forest Run will consider apartment-sharing applications from a maximum of two unrelated persons. Each adult occupant must submit their own application and supporting documentation.
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The application and supporting documents are reviewed, and we will contact you if clarification or additional information is required. If your application is approved, you’ll receive the lease and related documents electronically for review and signature. The required security deposit is then paid to finalize the lease and secure the home.
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The security deposit is equal to one-half month’s rent and is payable by e-transfer.
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No. In most cases, it is more useful to tell us your preferred move-in date and layout type. Because the current homes share the same application process, one application can be considered for a suitable Forest Run residence matching those preferences.
Rent, Utilities & Parking
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Rent includes water and one parking space. Tenants are responsible for electricity, internet and tenant insurance.
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Forest Run residences are individually metered for electricity. Tenants generally set up their own account directly with Nova Scotia Power and are responsible for their electricity usage.
Heating and cooling are provided by a heat pump, with electric baseboard heat for backup, and hot water is also electric.
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No. Internet and other telecommunications services are arranged and paid for directly by the tenant. Forest Run buildings are equipped with Eastlink fiber service, and Eastlink is currently the internet service provider available at the property.
Forest Run also has an Eastlink partner account, which gives residents access to preferred pricing and available promotional offers. Eastlink can review the options available based on the services you need and any current promotions.
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Yes. Each residence includes one parking space.
A second parking space may be available for $50 per month, subject to availability.
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Yes. Limited visitor parking is available for genuine guests of Forest Run residents. Overnight visitor parking must be registered with the Property Manager in advance, and additional restrictions may apply.
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In addition to monthly rent, prospective tenants should plan for:
Electricity
Internet or other telecommunications services
Tenant insurance
A second parking space, if required and available
The Homes & Everyday Living
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Yes. Pets are welcome at Forest Run. Residences are generally limited to two pets, although additional pets may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Pets should be suitable for apartment living and fully house-trained.
If your application is approved with pets, a Pet Addendum outlining the applicable pet terms will form part of your lease documents.
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Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside any Forest Run residence. Smoking is permitted only in approved outdoor areas, provided it does not interfere with other residents and is kept away from entrances, open windows and combustible materials.
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Yes. Forest Run residences are equipped with a heat pump for heating and cooling, providing comfortable temperature control throughout the year. Electric baseboard heating is also provided as a backup heat source.
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Yes. Every Forest Run residence includes an in-suite washer and dryer, so there are no shared laundry facilities.
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Yes. Ground-floor residences have a private patio, while upper-floor residences have a private balcony.
Forest Run also offers shared outdoor space, including a large green space and access to a private forested walking trail of approximately 1 km through the property.
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Yes. Every residence has its own exterior entrance. There are no shared interior hallways or common corridors, giving the homes a more private, townhouse-style feel.
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Forest Run is situated in Cambridge (Kings County), with easy access to local amenities, employment, and schools:
Nearby communities:
Coldbrook: ~3 minutes by car
New Minas: ~11 minutes by car
Kentville: ~10 minutes by car
Berwick: ~9 minutes by car
Schools across the road and nearby:
Cambridge & District Elementary School (just across the road)
Central Kings Rural High School (just across the road)
Other local schools in Kentville, New Minas and Berwick serve younger and older students in the region
Commuting to work:
Valley Regional Hospital (Kentville): ~15 minutes drive
Apple Valley Foods (Kentville): ~7 minutes drive
Grand View Manor (Berwick): ~9 minutes drive
Residents enjoy quick access to everyday services, employment hubs, education, and recreation throughout the Annapolis Valley — all within a short commute from Forest Run.
About Annapolis Valley Property Management
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Unfortunately not at this time. Valley Management exclusively operates the Forest Run community. We do not provide property management services for external landlords.