1242 George Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 1N2

1242 George Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 1N2

$449,900

  • 5 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 1,928 Square Feet

Welcome to 1242 George Street Discover the rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience at 1242 George Street, ideally situated at the top of Hardwood Hill in Sydneys south end. This well-maintained brick bungalow sits on an impressive 1.74-acre lot, offering a beautifully landscaped and fenced backyard that extends into a private, wooded retreat with mature trees and endless possibilities for gardens, trails, recreation, or simply enjoying nature. The bright main level features a welcoming living room with hardwood flooring and propane fireplace, a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and propane stove, two spacious bedrooms, ... read more

Welcome to 1242 George Street Discover the rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience at 1242 George Street, ideally situated at the top of Hardwood Hill in Sydneys south end. This well-maintained brick bungalow sits on an impressive 1.74-acre lot, offering a beautifully landscaped and fenced backyard that extends into a private, wooded retreat with mature trees and endless possibilities for gardens, trails, recreation, or simply enjoying nature. The bright main level features a welcoming living room with hardwood flooring and propane fireplace, a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and propane stove, two spacious bedrooms, main-level laundry, and a bathroom with in-floor heat. Ductless heat pumps, installed in 2024, provide efficient heating and cooling, with electric baseboards for backup. The finished lower level adds three additional bedrooms, or use one as a rec room or home theatre, plus a full bathroom. Each lower-level bedroom has an egress window installed in 2025. Recent updates include 2025 laminate flooring throughout the lower level, new flooring in the main-level bedrooms, a new front door and living room window, and a new back screen door. Outdoor and practical features include a 24' x 24' attached garage, 200-amp electrical service, generator hookup with included gas generator, paved front driveway, additional rear gravel parking, enclosed patio, rear deck, and a large fenced backyard with privacy slats added in 2024perfect for children, pets, and outdoor entertaining. Enjoy spectacular hill views and wooded privacy while remaining close to all amenities, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Cape Breton Cancer Centre, downtown Sydney, NSCC Waterfront Campus, and just a short drive to Cape Breton University. A property of this size and setting within the city is increasingly hard to findcome experience the space, privacy, and possibilities for yourself. (id:39198)

  • Listing ID: 202611689
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1981
Property
Style: Bungalow
Ownership: Freehold
Land Size: 1.74 Ac
Partially landscaped
Parking: Garage
Building
Type: Single Family House
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove(s), Refrigerator, Washer and Oven - Propane
HVAC: Air Conditioned, Baseboard Heaters, Ductless, Fireplace, Heat Pump and Wall Unit
Electric, Propane
Exterior: Brick and Vinyl
Utilities: Municipal Sewage System
Location
Town: Sydney
Province: Nova Scotia
Nearby Amenities: Beach, Golf Course, Park, Place Of Worship, Playground, Public Transit and Shopping
Community Features: Recreational Facilities and School Bus
Rooms Level Dimensions
Living room Main level 12.9 x 20.8
Kitchen Main level 11 x 18.9
Primary Bedroom Main level 13.4 x 20.3
Bedroom Main level 9.4 x 11.1
Laundry / Bath Main level 8 x 11
Storage Basement 11.9 x 12.5
Bedroom Basement 13.1 x 23.7
Bedroom Basement 15 x 17
Bedroom Basement 11.9 x 17
3pc Bathroom Basement 8 - 4 x 11

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