Address

117 Osborne Street, Halifax, NS

Listing Type

ACTIVE

Price

$ 450,000

Property Attributes

MLS#202623011
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status ACTIVE
CityHalifax
AreaHalifax - Dartmouth
Neighbourhood8-A
Postal CodeB3N 3H5
StyleBungalow
Year Built1937
Price$ 450,000
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms1
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage675
Lot Size0.0964 Acres

Data Source:

Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR)

Property Description

Proof that bigger isn’t always better.This little gem packs a serious amount of personality into every square foot. Just a stones throw from the Penninsula of Halifax, yet tucked away with a private, fenced backyard that feels worlds away, this is the kind of home that makes you rethink how much space you actually need. Inside, character-filled hardwood floors set the tone, while the functional kitchen, dining and living spaces make everyday living easy. And then there’s the wood stove — because apparently this house wasn’t already charming enough. There are two bedrooms, including a surprisingly spacious primary with a gorgeous vaulted ceiling that gives it a wow factor you simply don’t expect. The second bedroom offers access to the bonus attic — an incredibly useful extra space with loads of storage and plenty of potential for a creative hideaway or kids’ loft. But the backyard might just steal the show. Fenced, private and surrounded by mature trees, it feels a little like something out of a fairy tale. There’s room to entertain, garden, gather around the fire pit, let the dog run, or simply disappear outside with your morning coffee and forget that you’re minutes from almost everything. And speaking of location — it’s hard to beat. You’re approximately one minute from the Armdale Roundabout, five minutes from Bayer’s Lake, and close to transit, shopping, restaurants, parks, trails, Chocolate Lake, Long Lake Provincial Park and the Dingle. The practical updates are already here too: a metal roof and siding completed in 2023. It’s cozy without feeling cramped. Character-filled without sacrificing function. Close to everything, but with a backyard that feels like your own private escape.

High School
JL Ilsley High School High School

Price History
9/11/2026	Listed $450,000

General Features

Sewer	Municipal
Heating	Forced Air,Stove
Utilities	Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Phone Connected
Possession	Immediate/Negotiable
Roof	Metal
Zoning	R-2
Gas Y/N	Oil
Architectural Style	Bungalow
Year Built	1937
Property Subtype	Single Family Residence
Ownership	Freehold
County	Halifax
New Construction	false
Property Type	Residential
Attached Garage	false
Garage Y/N	false
Full Baths	1
Status	ACTIVE
Directions	Herring Cove Road to Osborne or Dunbrack to Osborne
City	Halifax
MLS Area	8-Armdale/Purcell's Cove/Herring Cove
Lot Size Units	Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet	4199.184
Carport Y/N	false
Property Attached Y/N	false
Land Lease Y/N	false
MLS Area Minor	8-A
Additional Parcels Y/N	false
Structure Type	Detached
Building Area Units	Square Feet
Living Area Units	Square Feet
Standard Status	Active
High School	JL Ilsley High School
Construction Materials	Vinyl Siding
Virtual Tour	https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=SDBXzEGSJ5T&mls=1
Appliances	Stove,Dishwasher,Dryer,Washer,Refrigerator
Community Features	Golf,Park,Playground,Near Public Transport,Recreation Center,Shopping,Marina,Place of Worship,Beach
Other Structures	Shed(s)
Patio/Porch Features	Patio

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	High Speed Internet
Basement	Crawl Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Flooring	Hardwood,Tile
Heating Y/N	true
Fireplace Y/N	true
Total Bedrooms	2
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Total Baths	1
Fireplace Features	Wood Burning Stove

Exterior Features

Parking Features	No Garage,Double,Paved
Lot Features	Under 0.5 Acres,Landscaped,Wooded
Water Source	Municipal
Inclusions	Appliances
Lot Size Area	4199.184
Foundation Details	Concrete Perimeter,Other
Building Area Total	675
Lot Size Acres	0.0964
Waterfront Y/N	false
Other Equipment	No Rental Equipment
Road Frontage Type	Public,Year Round Road
Total Parking	2
Other Parking	Parking Details(Double Paved Driveway)
Fencing	Fenced