42 Macrae Ave Avenue Sydney River, Nova Scotia B1S 1M2
$639,000
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, 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. (id:45785)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | 202616178 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Name | Sydney River |
| Amenities Near By | Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Shopping, Place Of Worship, Beach |
| Community Features | Recreational Facilities, School Bus |
| Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| Features | Walk-in Closet |
| Pool Type | Inground Pool |
| Rental Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| Structure | Shed |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 4 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 3 |
| Bedrooms Below Ground | 2 |
| Bedrooms Total | 5 |
| Appliances | Oven - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Constructed Date | 2005 |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Cooling Type | Air Conditioned, Wall Unit |
| Exterior Finish | Vinyl |
| Flooring Type | Hardwood, Laminate, Tile |
| Foundation Type | Poured Concrete |
| Half Bath Total | 1 |
| Heating Fuel | Electric, Propane |
| Heating Type | Baseboard Heaters, Heat Pump, Ductless, Hot Water |
| Stories Total | 2 |
| Size Interior | 2,547 Ft2 |
| Total Finished Area | 2547 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Utility Water | Municipal Water |
Parking
| Garage | |
| Detached Garage | |
| Paved Yard |
Land
| Acreage | No |
| Land Amenities | Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Shopping, Place Of Worship, Beach |
| Landscape Features | Landscaped |
| Sewer | Municipal Sewage System |
| Size Irregular | 0.2746 |
| Size Total | 0.2746 Ac |
| Size Total Text | 0.2746 Ac |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 13.9x9.6 | ||
| Second Level | Primary Bedroom | 23.1x11.2 | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 16.9x12.6 | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 14x9.9 | ||
| Basement | Utility Room | 13.4x10.5 | ||
| Basement | Bedroom | 15x9 | ||
| Basement | Kitchen | 11.7x10 | ||
| Basement | Living Room | 21.9x15.8 | ||
| Basement | Bedroom | 10.9x9.6 | ||
| Basement | Laundry / Bath | 9x7 | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 20.3x13 | ||
| Main Level | Dining Room | 12.3x13.6 | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 16.9x12.3 | ||
| Main Level | Laundry / Bath | 11x9.5 | ||
| Main Level | Foyer | 17x5.1 + 5x3.5 |
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