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FOR SALE · 47 DAYSMLS® 202617928 · PID 00968982

1591 West Branch Road

$216,000

ASSESSED $149,600 · 2026

Beds4
Baths1.5
Living area2,940 sqft
Lot6.80 acres
Built1972
Style1.5 Storey
$ / sqft$73
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$149,600
Taxable (capped)$72,900
Cap shelter+$76,700
Est. property tax · 2026$594/yr

Taxed on $72,900 of a $149,600 assessment$76,700 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $0.815 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Jul 18, 2026Listed$216,000

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$1,005MORTGAGE $1,005 · TAX $102/MO
Tax, year one$1,219+$625THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$45,360DOWN $43,200 · DTT $2,160 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$82,700
2023$104,300
2024$125,600
2025$154,900
2026$149,600

Latest assessment $149,600 vs asking $216,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Welsford median · 2026$51,400
This property$149,600 — between the median and the 75th percentile
Change 2025 → 2026−$5,300 (−3.4%)

2026 assessments in Welsford run $5,000 to $252,860 (10th–90th percentile, 207 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area6.54 ac · 284,710 sq ft
Perimeter1,111 m · 3,644 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 1591 West Branch Road, a country property offering space, privacy, and the opportunity to make it your own. Situated on approximately 6.8 acres in a peaceful rural setting, this four-bedroom home is ideal for those looking for a project with plenty of potential. Built in 1972, the home has already seen some very important updates, including roof shingles replaced around 2023, the well and septic system are approximately 10 years old. Inside and out, the property would benefit from some cosmetic improvements, making it a great opportunity for buyers with vision and a desire to add their own personal touch. On the main floor: 2 Bedrooms, Living Room, Kitchen and Dining Room as well as 2pc bath and spacious coat closet by the back door, two additional Bedrooms and full bathroom along with two very large closet/storage rooms. The home is heated by a wood furnace. The long strip of land provides privacy and room to explore a variety of possibilities. Revive the gardens, expand the existing berry bushes and fruit trees, or create the hobby farm you've always wanted. Several outbuildings are included and, with some attention and improvements, could once again serve a variety of useful purposes. Whether you're looking for a family home with acreage or a property where your hard work can add value over time, 1591 West Branch Road offers an opportunity to enjoy rural living while creating something truly your own.

RoomsMLS®

11 measured

Main Floor
Kitchen9 x 7
Dining Room9 x 7
Bath 15.7 x 4
Other6 x 3.7 closet
Living Room13 x 16
Bedroom9.7 x 11.6
Bedroom9.7 x 11.6
2nd Level
Bedroom14.5 x 5.8
Bedroom10x10+6x10
Bath 114.5 x 6.8
Storage6.8 x 28
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo garage · No finished basement
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms1 full + 1 half
Living area2,940 sq ft
Stories1
Levels1.5 Storey
Year built1972
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ExteriorVinyl Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringLaminate · Vinyl
BasementFull · Unfinished · Walk-Out Access
HeatingForced Air · Furnace
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresFireplace(s)
INTERIOR
Interior featuresHigh Speed Internet
AppliancesElectric Range · Dryer · Washer · Refrigerator
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway<30"
Steps at entrancesOver 3 Steps
EntrancesFront/Main Entrance · Rear Entrance
ThresholdsThreshold over 1/2"

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

Land & titleREGISTRY + MLS®
Lot size6.8 acres
Lot dimensions30 x 25 + 16 x 16
Lot features3 to 9.99 Acres
ZoningRes&Resou
RoadPublic · Year Round Road
Other structuresShed(s)
PID00968982
AAN02308134
Legal descriptionLRIS
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionNegotiable
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterDrilled Well
SewerSeptic Tank
UtilitiesElectricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
ParkingOther
Open parkingYes
SchoolsMLS®

Catchment

ElementaryTatamagouche Regional Academy
Junior highTatamagouche Regional Academy
High schoolTatamagouche Regional Academy
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunityRiver John
MunicipalityMunicipality of the County of Pictou
RegionNorthern
Polling districtPI04
Map
Map of 1591 West Branch Road
Listed by Giovanna Ferrara · Viewpoint Realty Services Inc. (Pictou) · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202617928 · Retrieved Sep 3, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY