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FOR SALE · 35 DAYSMLS® 202619151 · PID 15232028

8456 East Bay Highway

$374,000

ASSESSED $293,800 · 2026

Beds1
Baths1
Living area720 sqft
Lot1.88 acres
Built1984
Style2 Storey
$ / sqft$519
ON THE RECORDRELISTED · 35D SHOWN, 35D TRUEMLS® HISTORY
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$293,800
Taxable (capped)$134,600
Cap shelter+$159,200
Est. property tax · 2026$2,146/yr

Taxed on $134,600 of a $293,800 assessment$159,200 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $1.595 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Aug 17, 2026Back on marketwas pending
Aug 7, 2026For sale → Pending
Jul 30, 2026Listed$374,000
Sep 20, 2018Soldregistry$189,000

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$1,740MORTGAGE $1,740 · TAX $390/MO
Tax, year one$4,685+$2,539THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$80,410DOWN $74,800 · DTT $5,610 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$197,500
2023$198,100
2024$268,800
2025$268,100
2026$293,800

Latest assessment $293,800 vs asking $374,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Big Pond Centre median · 2026$102,000
This property$293,800 — in the top quarter
Change 2025 → 2026+$25,700 (+9.6%)

2026 assessments in Big Pond Centre run $10,000 to $453,380 (10th–90th percentile, 210 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area7,602 m² · 1.88 ac
Perimeter369 m · 1,210 ft

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

About this home

Experience the true East Coast lifestyle in this beautifully upgraded 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom waterfront retreat, perfectly situated in the desirable community of Big Pond Centre. Designed to maximize both comfort and its exceptional natural setting, this home features a bright and inviting main level highlighted by a spacious open concept living area. Laminate flooring stretches across the interior, anchored by a magnificent floor-to-ceiling stone surround equipped with a cozy wood stove for cool evenings. The functional kitchen offers classic cabinetry and a generous breakfast bar that flows directly into the dining space. Transition effortlessly outdoors through large sliding glass doors onto a large, elevated deck that serves as an excellent spot for outdoor dining, barbecuing, and taking in the beautiful water views framed by mature trees. Practicality matches charm with a newer heat pump ensuring year-round climate control, a full bathroom, and a large built-in garage on the lower level that provides ample storage for vehicles and seasonal outdoor gear. A private gravel pathway winds gently down to the shoreline, where a charming, standalone waterfront bunkie awaits, offering the ultimate private escape next to the water. Located in the heart of Big Pond Centre, this property seamlessly connects you to exceptional local recreation. Golf enthusiasts and boaters will appreciate being just a short drive from the Lakes Golf Club and the Ben Eoin Marina. In the winter months, the ski hills at Ski Ben Eoin are equally accessible. This hidden gem delivers a peaceful, secluded waterfront lifestyle with the convenience of easy highway access to easily connect you to neighboring areas. Book a showing today to experience this remarkable property firsthand.

RoomsMLS®

5 measured

2nd Level
Kitchen7x11'9
Living Room11'9x16
Bedroom10'11x10
Bath 17'5x8
Dining Room11'9x11'8
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo finished basement
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1 full
Living area720 sq ft
Stories2
Levels2 Storey
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
RoofAsphalt
FlooringLaminate
HeatingDuctless · Stove
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresWood Burning Stove
INTERIOR
Interior featuresHigh Speed Internet
AppliancesStove · Microwave · Refrigerator
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway<30"
Steps at entrancesOver 3 Steps
EntrancesFront/Main 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 size1.88 acres
Lot dimensions24x30
Lot features1 to 2.99 Acres · Partially Cleared · Partial Landscaped · Softwood Bush · Wooded
ZoningRCB
FrontageWater Frontage: 212 Feet
WaterfrontLake · Lake Privileges · Salt Water
ViewLake
PID15232028
AAN02899809
Legal description8456 East Bay Hwy Lot 1 Big Pond Centre Dwelling
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionImmediate
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterWell
SewerSeptic Tank
UtilitiesElectric · Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
GarageYes
Garage spaces2
Parking spaces2
ParkingAttached · Double · Garage · Wired · Gravel
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunityNorthside East Bay
MunicipalityCape Breton Regional Municipality
RegionEastern
Polling districtCB07
Map
Map of 8456 East Bay Highway
Listed by Darcy Macdonald · 3% Realty Nova Scotia · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202619151 · Retrieved Sep 3, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY