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FOR SALE · 119 DAYSMLS® 202609776 · PID 15068935

148 Crescent Street

$725,000

ASSESSED $476,500 · 2026

Beds5
Baths4
Living area3,764 sqft
Lot0.56 acres
Built1905
Style1.5 Storey
$ / sqft$193
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$476,500
Taxable (capped)$187,400
Cap shelter+$289,100
Est. property tax · 2026$2,988/yr

Taxed on $187,400 of a $476,500 assessment$289,100 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $1.595 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
May 5, 2026Listed$925,000

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$3,373MORTGAGE $3,373 · TAX $633/MO
Tax, year one$7,598+$4,610THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$155,875DOWN $145,000 · DTT $10,875 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$307,300
2023$355,200
2024$374,800
2025$414,900
2026$476,500

Latest assessment $476,500 vs asking $725,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Sydney median · 2026$170,500
This property$476,500 — in the top tenth
Change 2025 → 2026+$61,600 (+14.8%)

2026 assessments in Sydney run $2,960 to $328,940 (10th–90th percentile, 10,997 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area1,377 m² · 0.34 ac
Perimeter179 m · 586 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 this distinguished five-bedroom, five-bath residence, gracefully positioned in the heart of the city overlooking the beauty of Wentworth Park. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, this exceptional home has been meticulously maintained and updated. Inside, original hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and abundant natural light create an atmosphere of understated elegance. The main level is thoughtfully designed for both refined entertaining and everyday living, featuring a welcoming porch, expansive living and family rooms with fireplaces, a formal dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen with a distinctive layout and pantry. A central hall and convenient powder room complete the space. The upper level offers five generously sized bedrooms with ample built-in storage, while the third-floor loft presents a private retreat with its own bath ideal for guests, a studio, or executive workspace. Rich in both history and potential, the property has previously operated as a successful bed and breakfast and housed a long-standing fire safety business for decades. With commercial zoning at the rear and a detached garage, it presents rare flexibility for home-based or entrepreneurial pursuits. Outdoors, the grounds are beautifully maintained, offering abundant parking, a detached garage, and vibrant gardens that flourish through the summer months. Energy-efficient heat pumps provide comfortable cooling during warmer seasons. Set in a central yet peaceful location, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of heritage charm, functional versatility, and enduring value an exceptional opportunity for the discerning buyer. Offering the perfect blend of historic elegance and modern comfort, this spacious property has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed for many years.

RoomsMLS®

18 measured

Main Floor
Porch4 x 7
Living Room15'9 X 14'11
Family Room13 X 15
Bath 17 X 3
Kitchen17 X 20
Living Room15'10 X 15'6
Dining Room15'16 X 12'6
OtherPantry: 5 X 7
2nd Level
Bedroom15 9 x 15
Bath 26 X 6
Bedroom15 X 14'11
Bedroom15'5 X 15'7
Bedroom15'5 X 12'7
Bath 37' 8 X 17
Bedroom12'8 X 12'5
3rd Level
Other22'11 X 11
Other15'7 X 7'4
Bath 45 X 6'6
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureGarage · No finished basement
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms3 full + 2 half
Living area3,764 sq ft
Stories2
Levels2.5 Storey
Year built1905
FoundationConcrete Perimeter · Stone
ExteriorShingle Siding · Vinyl Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringHardwood · Linoleum
BasementFull
HeatingBaseboard · Radiator
FuelOil
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresWood Burning Stove · Fireplace(s) · Wood Burning
INTERIOR
Interior featuresSee Remarks
IncludedFridge And Stove
ExcludedPersonal Itms And Furniture
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway32"
Steps at entrancesOver 3 Steps
EntrancesDeck/Patio
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 size0.5601 acres
Lot dimensions40x31.8 4x7 25x24.4
Lot features0.5 to 0.99 Acres · Landscaped
ZoningUR3
RoadPublic
Patio & porchPatio
Other structuresBarn(s) · Shed(s)
Additional parcelsYes
PID15068935
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionTo Be Neg
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterMunicipal
SewerMunicipal
UtilitiesElectric · Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
GarageYes
ParkingDetached · Heated Garage · Wired · Other · Gravel
Open parkingYes
SchoolsMLS®

Catchment

ElementaryShipyard Elementary School
High schoolSydney Academy
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunitySydney
MunicipalityCape Breton Regional Municipality
RegionEastern
Polling districtCB05
Map
Map of 148 Crescent Street
Listed by Cheryl Vickers · EXP Realty of Canada Inc. · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202609776 · Retrieved Sep 1, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY