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1242 George Street, Sydney, NS B1P1N2

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5 Beds
2 Baths
1,928 Sq Ft

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:58753)

Listing By: Keith Buckland - RE/MAX Park Place Inc.
Source: CREA #202611689 Listing provided courtesy of Canadian Real Estate Association
  • MLS® 202611689
  • Date Listed05/21/2026
  • Days on Realty 178 Days
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 2 baths
  • Lot Size 75,794 sq. ft
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family Residence
  • Year Built 1981
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,928 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $233.35

Interior Features

  • Appliances Washer, Refrigerator, Oven - Propane, Gas stove(s), Dishwasher, Dryer
  • Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Ceramic Tile
  • Cooling Wall unit, Air Conditioned
  • Heating Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric, Propane, Ductless

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres -
  • Lot Size SQFT 75,794.40
  • Lot Features Sloping

Directions

Take George Street Exit 8 from Peacekeepers Hwy. Home can be found on the left.

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Local Neighborhood Highlights for B1P1N2

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Sydney, NS area.

Walkability in NS / B1P1N2

Source: Walk Score

29/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

0/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

24/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 27/100.

Points of Interest near 1242 George Street, Sydney, NS B1P1N2

Frequently Asked Questions for 1242 George Street

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1242 George Street, Sydney, NS B1P1N2 in Sydney, NS B1P1N2 is a single family residence listed at $449,900. Highlights include 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,928 sq. ft., built in 1981, $233 per sq. ft.. Realty.ca has 20 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.

Realty.com has 20 photos of 1242 George Street.

Our records indicate that 1242 George Street was built in 1981.

The full address for this home is 1242 George Street, Sydney, NS B1P1N2.

1242 George Street has been listed on Realty.com since Thu May 21, 2026

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 22/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 27/100.

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