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FOR SALE · 153 DAYSMLS® 202606211 · PID 60214574

539 Canoe Island Road

$395,000

Condominium unitASSESSED $400,100 · 2026

Beds2
Baths1.5
Living area960 sqft
Lot0.54 acres
Built2003
Style2 Storey
$ / sqft$411
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

Condominium unit — building facts shown; the unit's own roll account where it resolves · PID 60214574

Assessed market · 2026$400,100
Taxable (capped)$204,000
Cap shelter+$196,100
Est. property tax · 2026$1,652/yr

Taxed on $204,000 of a $400,100 assessment$196,100 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $0.810 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Aug 14, 2026Price reducedwas $449,000$395,000
Apr 2, 2026Listed$499,000

Every relist, cut, and recorded sale, no wall. The incumbent reserves this table for its clients.

Owning this homeCOMPUTED FROM GOVERNMENT RECORDS · NOT A VALUATION
Monthly, all in$1,838MORTGAGE $1,838 · TAX $270/MO
Tax, year one$3,241+$1,589THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$83,938DOWN $79,000 · DTT $4,938 · LEGAL EXTRA

ARITHMETIC ON PUBLISHED RATES — NOT A QUOTE, NOT ADVICE · SNS DEED-TRANSFER LIST JULY 2026

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$271,900
2023$326,000
2024$349,100
2025$374,300
2026$400,100

Latest assessment $400,100 vs asking $395,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Middle New Cornwall median · 2026$175,000
This property$400,100 — in the top quarter
Change 2025 → 2026+$25,800 (+6.9%)

2026 assessments in Middle New Cornwall run $13,070 to $472,040 (10th–90th percentile, 634 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area2,387 m² · 0.59 ac
Perimeter196 m · 642 ft

Compiled from provincial mapping — approximate, not a legal survey. Full dimensions and print live on the Site Plan sheet.

About this home

This is the lakeside retreat you've been waiting for! Tucked away on the highly sought after Canoe Island Road on Big Mush-a-Mush Lake, this charming cottage offers the perfect blend of privacy, community, and classic cottage comfort. With 142 feet of pristine, clean, and clear water frontage, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise in one of Nova Scotia's most beloved lakefront communities. Inside, the open concept main level invites true cottage living, complete with a propane fireplace for cozy evenings and a propane cook stove in the well-equipped kitchen. The cottage features 2 bedrooms with a potential third sleeping area, ideal for guests or growing families. There are 1.5 baths in the main cottage, plus a 2-piece washroom in the detached bunkie, offering extra sleeping space and convenience when entertaining or hosting visitors. Step outside to enjoy the semi-enclosed deck - perfect for relaxing with a book, taking in the serene lake views, or hosting summer gatherings. The property is serviced by a drilled well and septic system, and the sale includes all appliances and partial furnishings, making it move-in ready for your next getaway. Located in the friendly, community-minded area of Canoe Island, you'll enjoy peace, privacy, and a welcoming neighbourhood of like-minded lake lovers. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a summer haven, this property checks all the boxes. Don't miss your chance to own on Big Mush-a-Mush Lake!

RoomsMLS®

7 measured

Main Floor
Kitchen11x10'6
Living Room12'3x19
Bath 17'6x8'3
2nd Level
Upstairs Hallway
Primary Bedroom8'11x19'4
Bedroom11x7'6
Laundry/Bath7'11x6'4
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo garage · No finished basement
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1 full + 1 half
Living area960 sq ft
Stories1
Levels1.5 Storey
Year built2003
FoundationPillar/Post/Pier
ExteriorWood Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringLaminate · Tile · Vinyl
HeatingBaseboard · Fireplace(s)
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresPropane
INTERIOR
Interior featuresHigh Speed Internet
AppliancesStove - Gas · Dishwasher · Dryer · Washer · Microwave · Refrigerator
IncludedAs Viewed
Other equipmentAir Exchanger · Fuel Tank(s)
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway30"
Steps at entrancesOne Step · Two Steps
EntrancesFront/Main Entrance · Side Entrance
ThresholdsBetween 1/4' and 1/2"

Recorded by the listing brokerage in the NSAR accessibility fields — most portals never show these.

Land & titleREGISTRY + MLS®
Lot size0.536 acres
Lot dimensions20'3x24'3
Lot featuresUnder 0.5 Acres · Level · Sloping/Terraced · Softwood Bush · Wooded
ZoningRural
FrontageWater Frontage: 142 Feet
RoadPrivate Road
WaterfrontLake · Lake Privileges · Fresh Water
ViewLake
Patio & porchDeck
Other structuresDeck · Shed(s)
PID60214574
AAN01102427
Legal description539 CANOE ISLAND RD LOT 40-A MIDDLE NEW CORNWALL DWELLING BUILDINGS
TITLE
Condo fee$200
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionImmediate Or Negotiable
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterDrilled Well
SewerSeptic Tank
UtilitiesElectric · Propane · Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
Parking spaces2
ParkingNo Garage · Circular Driveway · Double · Gravel
Open parkingYes
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunityMiddle New Cornwall
MunicipalityMunicipality of the District of Lunenburg
RegionWestern
Polling districtLU06
Map
Map of 539 Canoe Island Road
Listed by Eric Pettigrew · RE/MAX Banner Real Estate (Bridgewater) · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202606211 · Retrieved Sep 2, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY