Quick possession available and the seller encourages all reasonable offers! Welcome to this exceptional over/under duplex in Brookdale, Nova Scotia-just minutes from all the amenities of Amherst! Rebuilt from the studs up in 2023 following a fire, this property offers outstanding value with essentially everything new, including wiring, plumbing, finishes, and even roof trusses! It feels like a newer home while offering the flexibility of a multi-unit layout. Perfect for owner-occupancy with income potential or multi-generational living, the home features two well-designed units. The bright ground-level unit offers 2 bedrooms, a spacious kitchen and dining area, comfortable living room with wood stove, in-unit laundry, plus a dedicated storage and mechanical room. Upstairs, the owner’s unit boasts 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet and ensuite bath with laundry. A large kitchen, bright living room, and two spacious guest bedrooms complete the upper level! Set on 12.38 acres, this property is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts or hobby farmers alike. Enjoy cleared walking trails throughout the property, a cozy fire pit area, and a massive deck complete with a hot tub space-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The land offers a mix of wooded and cleared areas, a pond, and two fenced pen areas with a total of three chicken coops already in place. A 30x40 wired steel Quonset with concrete floor and mezzanine provides excellent space for a workshop, storage, or recreational equipment. This versatile and move-in ready property is a rare find! Be sure to explore the multimedia link and book your showing today!
For sale
C$479,900
636 Macdonald Rd, Cumberland, NS B4H 3Y4
5beds
2,760sqft
Duplex
Built in 1977
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$174/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Bright ground-level unitCozy fire pit area
- 165 days
- 37
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tony Mitchell,
Royal LePage Cumberland Realty Ltd. Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202607180
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 134.31
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 125.08
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 11.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.76
- Dimensions: 8.4 x 13.9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.76
- Dimensions: 8.4 x 13.9
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 77.38
- Dimensions: 7.3 x 10.6
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 69.76
- Dimensions: 6.4 x 10.9
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 80.94
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 11.4
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 94.74
- Dimensions: 9.11 x 10.4
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 270.3
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 17
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 305.95
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 21.1
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Stove
Appliances
- Included: Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ensuite Bath, Secondary Suite, High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,760
- Total interior livable area: 2,760 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,380
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Double, Wired, Circular Driveway, Gravel, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Parking Details(Large Paved Drive/Circular Gravel.), Garage Details(30x40 Wired.)
Features
- Levels: 2 Storey
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
Lot
- Size: 12.38 Acres
- Features: Partially Cleared, Partial Landscaped, Wooded, 10 to 49.99 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 25070582
- Zoning: RUL
- Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Park, Playground, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping
Location
- Region: Cumberland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$174/sqft
- Price range: C$479.9K - C$479.9K
- Date on market: 4/13/2026
- Inclusions: Most Contents Are Negotiable.
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Price change | C$479,900-4%C$174/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Price change | C$499,900-3.1%C$181/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | C$515,900-1.7%C$187/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | C$524,900-4.5%C$190/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Price change | C$549,900-8.3%C$199/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | C$599,900C$217/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: B4H
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
No schools nearby
We couldn't find any schools near this home.
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cumberland North Academy
- Middle: E. B. Chandler Junior High School
- High: Amherst Regional 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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