42 MacRae Ave Avenue
Sydney River, Nova Scotia
MLS® 202616178
$589,000
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- House
- MLS® number
- 202616178
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Year built
- 2005
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Welcome to 42 MacRae Avenue, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offering over 2,500 sq. ft. of finished living space in the heart of Sydney River.
The versatile lower level functions as a second living unit, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income potential. The main level features a bright kitchen with a walk-in pantry, double wall oven, and dishwasher. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the main bathroom includes a double vanity, separate shower, and Jacuzzi tub.
Recent updates include a new propane boiler, on-demand hot water system, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and four heat pumps installed in 2026 for efficient year-round comfort. Enjoy your private backyard oasis featuring a heated 18' x 36' in-ground pool, a 24' x 14' wired pool house with running water and a half bathroom, a 28' x 20' wired detached garage with its own 100amp service, pool shed, woodshed, paved driveway, and a large fenced backyard perfect for children, pets, and entertaining. Located within walking distance of the Sydney River shopping district and the Sydney River Tennis Club, and just minutes from downtown Sydney, the new NSCC Waterfront Campus, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the new Cancer Centre, and only 10 minutes to Cape Breton University and the new medical school.
This exceptional property offers space, flexibility, and an unbeatable location.
Property summary
- MLS® number
- 202616178
- Property type
- Single Family
- Building type
- House
- Square footage
- 2,547 sq ft
- Title
- Freehold
- Land size
- 0.2746 acres
- Built in
- 2005
- Parking
- Detached Garage, Garage, Paved Yard
- Days on market
- 84 days
Features & details
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric, Propane, Hot Water, Ductless
- Cooling
- Wall unit, Air Conditioned
- Flooring
- Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Appliances
- Washer, Refrigerator, Oven - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave
- Exterior features
- Vinyl
- Lot features
- Walk-In Closet
- Community features
- School Bus, Recreational Facilities
- Pool
- Inground pool
What would this home cost you?
Based on the $589,000 asking price at a 5.00% example rate, semi-annual compounding.
Renanza Realty Inc. can represent you on this property — send an enquiry to arrange a private viewing.
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Park Place Inc., Sydney.
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