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FOR SALE · 85 DAYSMLS® 202613708 · PID 15067507

257 Bentinck Street

$379,000

Whole multi-unit propertyASSESSED $212,900 · 2026

Lot5,502 sqft lot
Built1900
Style1.5 Storey
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$212,900
Taxable (capped)$116,600
Cap shelter+$96,300
Est. property tax · 2026$1,859/yr

Taxed on $116,600 of a $212,900 assessment$96,300 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $1.595 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Jun 8, 2026Listed$389,000
Feb 15, 2018Soldregistry$72,000

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$1,763MORTGAGE $1,763 · TAX $283/MO
Tax, year one$3,395+$1,536THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$81,485DOWN $75,800 · DTT $5,685 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$104,000
2023$117,200
2024$152,500
2025$197,800
2026$212,900

Latest assessment $212,900 vs asking $379,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Sydney median · 2026$170,500
This property$212,900 — between the median and the 75th percentile
Change 2025 → 2026+$15,100 (+7.6%)

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
Area413 m² · 0.10 ac
Perimeter92 m · 301 ft

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

About this home

Prime investment opportunity in the heart of downtown Sydney. This well-maintained income property has been meticulously cared for by the current owners, who have consistently kept up with the property's maintenance and painting over the years. Offering two rental units in a highly sought-after location, the property is situated directly beside the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) campus, with a bus stop nearby and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, banking, the YMCA, and other everyday amenities. The main-level unit is currently rented for $1,600 per month, providing immediate and reliable rental income. The upper level is configured as four individual student rental bedrooms, with room rents ranging from $600 to $650 per month, offering excellent income potential and strong appeal to the student rental market. With its prime location, consistent rental demand, and versatile layout, this property presents an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking strong cash flow. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or purchase your first income property, this is a solid opportunity in one of Sydney's most convenient and high-demand rental locations.

Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo garage · No finished basement
Year built1900
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ExteriorAluminum Siding · Vinyl Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringHardwood · Laminate · Vinyl
BasementUnfinished
HeatingFurnace
FuelOil
INTERIOR
AppliancesStove · Dryer · Washer · Refrigerator
Land & titleREGISTRY + MLS®
Lot size5,502 sqft
Lot dimensions25X36+13X3
Lot featuresUnder 0.5 Acres
ZoningRUC
Patio & porchDeck
PID15067507
AAN01746316
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionTo Be Negotiated
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterMunicipal
SewerMunicipal
Parking spaces2
ParkingDouble · Gravel
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunitySydney
MunicipalityCape Breton Regional Municipality
RegionEastern
Polling districtCB05
Map
Map of 257 Bentinck Street
Listed by Sammi Li · RE/MAX Park Place Inc. · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202613708 · Retrieved Sep 1, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY