Build, Renovate, or Invest – Exceptional North End Opportunity Located in the heart of Halifax's highly sought-after North End, this charming cottage-style home sits on a unique lot, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, and developers alike. Whether you're looking to renovate the existing home, expand, or explore future development opportunities (subject to municipal approvals), this property is full of potential. The owner had previously explored plans for a 5-unit condominium development—please refer to the available documents for additional information. The North End is one of Halifax's most vibrant and rapidly evolving neighbourhoods, known for its local cafés, restaurants, breweries, parks, boutiques, and easy access to downtown, universities, hospitals, and major amenities.A rare opportunity to own a versatile property in one of Halifax's most desirable neighbourhoods.
For sale
C$575,000
5873 Merkel St, Halifax, NS B3K 2J2
3beds
1,308sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
4,112 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$440/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cottage-style homeUnique lot
- 25 days |
- 149 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ardi Iranmanesh,
Century 21 Optimum Realty Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202618653
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Features
- High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,308
- Total interior livable area: 1,308 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,110
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved
- Details: Garage Details(Paved Driveway)
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,112 Square Feet
- Features: Under 0.5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 00172171
- Zoning: ER3
- Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Municipal
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Electric
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Halifax
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$440/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$237,800
- Price range: C$575K - C$575K
- Date on market: 7/25/2026
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2026 | Listed for sale | C$575,000C$440/sqft |
Source:  NSAR #202618653 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | -- | C$156,900 |
Climate risks
Neighborhood: B3K
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
No schools nearby
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