The most unforgettable homes are usually the ones that were never meant to be sold. Built in 1912 and lovingly maintained, this storybook three-bedroom, two-bath residence sits on an extraordinary 1.5-acre lot set well back from the road and enveloped by mature, park-like landscaping for privacy and serenity. A long, welcoming pathway leads to the house and a sunny rear sunporch - perfect for morning coffee - before you step into an updated kitchen with sweeping views of the expansive backyard and seasonal water views. Warm, inviting main-level living and dining spaces flow seamlessly and are complemented by a bright office, two generous bedrooms, and a full bath; efficient heat pumps provide year-round comfort. Upstairs the remarkable primary suite is a private retreat with light-filled dormers, warm wood floors, a cozy reading/office nook, walk-in closet, and a charming claw-foot soaker tub. Recent improvements - including a metal roof, new dormers, fresh exterior paint, a modernized kitchen, and numerous repairs and upgrades - leave the property in excellent condition. Beyond the home’s undeniable charm lies rare redevelopment upside: current R2 zoning is expected to transition to R3, opening possibilities such as a detached accessory dwelling, a flag-lot subdivision, or larger-scale redevelopment. Under proposed zoning the site could support up to 16 units via site-plan approval or up to 24 units through a development agreement, subject to municipal approvals, with many potential units enjoying seasonal water views toward Cape Blomidon. Just a short stroll from downtown Wolfville, Acadia University, and local wineries - and backing onto the Harvest Trail. Whether you’re after a year-round home, a summer retreat, multigenerational living, or long-term development upside, 146 Main Street combines timeless character, sweeping grounds, seasonal water views, and promising possibilities.
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Listed by:
Melanie Besemer,
Exit Realty Town & Country Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202617306Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
Level: Main
Area: 101.01
Dimensions: 9.1 x 11.1
Bedroom 1
Level: Main
Area: 124.32
Dimensions: 11.2 x 11.1
Bathroom
Level: Main
Area: 50.92
Dimensions: 7.6 x 6.7
Bathroom 1
Level: Second
Area: 188.49
Dimensions: 18.3 x 10.3
Dining room
Level: Main
Area: 158.72
Dimensions: 12.4 x 12.8
Kitchen
Level: Main
Area: 149.33
Dimensions: 13.7 x 10.9
Living room
Level: Main
Area: 385.82
Dimensions: 20.2 x 19.1
Office
Level: Main
Area: 168.72
Dimensions: 15.2 x 11.1
Heating
Heat Pump -Ductless, Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling
Ductless
Appliances
Included: Electric Range, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Features: Landscaped, Wooded, 1 to 2.99 Acres, Near Public Transit
Details
Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 55278378
Zoning: R2 - soon R3
Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
Shingle Siding
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Metal
Condition
New construction: No
Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
Gas: Oil
Sewer: Municipal
Water: Municipal
Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Electric
Community & HOA
Community
Features: Park, Playground, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship
Location
Region: Wolfville
Financial & listing details
Price per square foot: C$601/sqft
Price range: C$1.2M - C$1.2M
Date on market: 7/13/2026
Inclusions: F, S, W&D, 2nd Fridge And Freezer
Exclusions: Garden Ornaments And Sculptures
Ownership: Freehold
Electric utility on property: Yes
Melanie Besemer
Melanie Besemer
(902) 599-1852
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