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FOR SALE · 124 DAYSMLS® 202609305 · PID 20231890

23 Retson Drive

$559,900

Whole multi-unit propertyASSESSED $452,400 · 2026

Beds7
Baths4
Living area3,046 sqft
Lot18,295 sqft lot
Built1995
StyleSplit Entry
$ / sqft$184
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$452,400
Taxable (capped)$300,500
Cap shelter+$151,900
Est. property tax · 2026$2,659/yr

Taxed on $300,500 of a $452,400 assessment$151,900 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $0.885 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Sep 1, 2026Price reducedwas $589,900$559,900
May 1, 2026Listed$614,900
May 1, 2024Soldregistry$437,620
Jul 16, 2012Soldregistry$170,000
Jun 20, 2012Soldregistry$104,500

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$2,605MORTGAGE $2,605 · TAX $334/MO
Tax, year one$4,004+$1,345THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$120,379DOWN $111,980 · DTT $8,399 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$196,800
2023$227,200
2024$265,000
2025$292,900
2026$452,400

Latest assessment $452,400 vs asking $559,900. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Bible Hill median · 2026$251,000
This property$452,400 — in the top quarter
Change 2025 → 2026+$159,500 (+54.5%)

2026 assessments in Bible Hill run $16,680 to $490,120 (10th–90th percentile, 2,329 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area1,714 m² · 0.42 ac
Perimeter170 m · 558 ft

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

About this home

Welcome to 23 Retson Drive in the highly sought-after community of Bible Hill — a rare opportunity to own a spacious, move-in ready home with flexibility and modern upgrades throughout. Featuring 7 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, this property is ideal for large families, multi-generational living, or buyers seeking income potential. With numerous upgrades, this home is ready to enjoy right away. The main level offers a bright open-concept great room, anchored by a gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops — perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. You’ll also find four spacious bedrooms, including a primary with its own ensuite. Downstairs, the fully finished walkout basement continues to impress with three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a second ensuite. A large rec room adds more living space, while the kitchenette with countertops, sink, and fridge/freezer creates excellent potential for an in-law suite or future secondary unit. This home offers multiple heating options including oil forced air, electric baseboards in all bedrooms, and new ductless heat pumps (2025) on each level for efficient year-round comfort. Additional upgrades include a new water heater, new well pump, and a whole-home water filtration system. Outside, you’ll find a solid 30’ x 20’ carport built with durable 6x6 beams. Located in a family-oriented neighbourhood with evident pride of ownership, you’re minutes from walking trails, schools, and amenities, less than 10 minutes to Truro, and about an hour to Halifax. Homes with this much space, flexibility, and value rarely come to market in such a desirable area. Book your private showing today and experience everything 23 Retson Drive has to offer.

RoomsMLS®

20 measured

Main Floor
Foyer7.4 x 3.9 +jog
Great Room23.9 x 27-jog
Main Hallway
Bedroom10.8 x 10.5-jog
Bath 14.7 x 11.11
Bedroom9.7 x 11.11-jog
Bedroom11.5 x 10.3-jog
Primary Bedroom20.10 x10.5- jog
Ensuite Bath 14.5 x 9.1-jog
Basement
Bedroom15.9 x13.1-jog
Utility7.11 x13.2-jog
Rec Room22.3 x 16.9-jog
Foyer7.0 x 7.3-jog
Bath 29.11 x 9.7-jog
Basement Hallway
Bedroom10.21 x11.11-jog
Den/Office9.11 x 9.7-jog
Kitchen5.7 x 7.0-jog
Bedroom11....5 x10.7-jog
Ensuite Bath 25.5 x 12.3-jog
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureFinished basement · 2 units
Bedrooms7
Bathrooms4 full
Living area3,046 sq ft
LevelsSplit Entry
Year built1995
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ExteriorVinyl Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringConcrete · Laminate · Vinyl Plank
BasementFinished · Walk-Out Access
HeatingBaseboard · Furnace · Ductless
FuelOil
INTERIOR
Interior featuresEnsuite Bath · See Remarks · High Speed Internet
AppliancesStove · Dishwasher · Dryer · Washer · Refrigerator
IncludedAppliances · Hot Tub
Other equipmentAir Exchanger · No Rental Equipment
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway<30"
Steps at entrancesTwo Steps · No Steps · Over 3 Steps
EntrancesFront/Main Entrance · Rear Entrance · Deck/Patio
ThresholdsThreshold over 1/2"

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

Land & titleREGISTRY + MLS®
Lot size18,295 sqft
Lot dimensions55 x 28.5 + 8 x 8.5
Lot featuresUnder 0.5 Acres · Cleared · Landscaped · Level
ZoningR-2C
RoadPublic · Year Round Road
Patio & porchDeck
Other structuresDeck · Shed(s)
PID20231890
AAN05814553
Legal description23 Retson Dr Lot 87 Bible Hill Dwellings
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionNegotiable
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterDrilled Well
SewerMunicipal
UtilitiesElectric · Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
GarageYes
Garage spaces3
Parking spaces3
ParkingTriple · Carport · Multiple Driveways · Paved
Open parkingYes
SchoolsMLS®

Catchment

ElementaryBible Hill Central Elementary School
Junior highRedcliff Middle School
High schoolCobequid Educational Centre
Map
Map of 23 Retson Drive
Listed by Channing Colley · RE/MAX Nova · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

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