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.
For sale
C$450,000
117 Osborne St, Halifax, NS B3N 1A7
2beds
675sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
4,199 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$667/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Private fenced backyardSurrounded by mature treesCharacter-filled hardwood floorsWood stoveGorgeous vaulted ceilingCozy without feeling crampedCharacter-filled without sacrificing function
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lori Hennessey,
Royal LePage Anchor Realty (Spryfield) Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202623011
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 76.56
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 8.67
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 42.69
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 4.83
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 109.31
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 8.25
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 102
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 79.33
- Dimensions: 8 x 9.92
Heating
- Forced Air, Stove
Appliances
- Included: Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Features
- High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 675
- Total interior livable area: 675 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 675
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Double, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Parking Details(Double Paved Driveway)
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,199 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Under 0.5 Acres, Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00302455
- Zoning: R-2
- Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Municipal
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Park, Playground, Recreation Center, Shopping, Marina, Place of Worship, Beach
Location
- Region: Halifax
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$667/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$131,500
- Price range: C$450K - C$450K
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Inclusions: Appliances
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | C$450,000+119.5%C$667/sqft |
Source:  NSAR #202623011 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2013 | Sold | C$205,000+45.5%C$304/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2011 | Sold | C$140,900C$209/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | -- | C$131,500 |
Climate risks
Neighborhood: B3N
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
No schools nearby
We couldn't find any schools near this home.
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: JL Ilsley High School
Source: NSAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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