Residential For Sale

$474,900

1242 George Street, Sydney, NS B1P 1N2

Description

Welcome to 1242 George Street Sydney, located at the top of Hardwood Hill in Sydney’s south end. This well-maintained brick bungalow sits on a landscaped 1.74-acre lot and offers space, comfort, and convenience. The main level features a bright living room with hardwood flooring and propane fireplace, a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and propane stove, 2 spacious bedrooms, main-level laundry, and a bathroom with in-floor heat. The primary heating and cooling source is a series of ductless heat pumps installed in 2024, with electric baseboards available as backup. The lower level includes 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and egress windows (2025) for each bedroom for added safety. Recent updates include laminate flooring throughout the lower level (2025), main level bedroom flooring (2025), new front door and living room window (2025) and new shutters (2026). Additional features include a 24x24 attached garage, 200-amp electrical service, generator hookup that includes a gas generator, paved front driveway, rear gravel parking, enclosed patio area, rear deck, and a large fenced backyard with privacy slats (2024)—perfect for children and pets. Ideally located close to Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Cape Breton Cancer Centre, downtown Sydney, NSCC Waterfront Campus, and a short drive to Cape Breton University.

Property Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Listing Type: For Sale
  • Listing ID: 202611689
  • Price: $474,900
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Square Footage: 1,928 Sqft
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Lot Area: 75,794.40 Acre
  • Status: Active
  • LivingAreaUnits : Square Feet

Features

  • Heating System : Baseboard, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling System : Ductless
  • Basement : Finished
  • Fence : Partial
  • Fireplace : Propane, Gas
  • Security : Security System
  • Patio : Deck, Patio
  • Roof Deck : Asphalt
  • Sewer : Municipal
  • Interior Flooring : Tile, Laminate, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Zoning: UR2

Details

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Park Place Inc.
  • Agent Name: Keith Buckland
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • AttachedGarage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • GarageSpaces: 2
  • CommunityFeatures : Golf, Park, Playground, Shopping, Ski Hill, Place Of Worship, Beach, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Near Public Transport, Marina
  • InteriorFeatures : High Speed Internet
  • LotFeatures : Sloping/terraced, 1 To 2.99 Acres, Partially Cleared, Partial Landscaped
  • ParkingFeatures : Paved, Attached, Wired, Double, Gravel
  • ElementarySchool: Brookland Elementary School
  • HighSchool: Sydney Academy
  • MiddleOrJuniorSchool: Sherwood Park Education Centre
  • Appliances : Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Oven - Propane
  • ArchitecturalStyle : Bungalow
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • PriceChangeTimestamp: 14/06/2026 00:00:00
  • StructureType : Detached
  • Utilities : Propane, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Electric, Phone Connected
  • Possession : Tbd
  • ModificationTimestamp: 14/06/2026 14:44:43
  • MLSAreaMajor : 201-sydney
  • MLSAreaMinor : N/a
  • LandLeaseYN: No
  • FoundationDetails : Concrete Perimeter
  • CoveredSpaces: 2
  • FarmLandAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • ConstructionMaterials : Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • BuildingAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: No

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