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FOR SALE · 29 DAYSMLS® 202620014 · PID 00800458

889 Pictou Island Road

$105,000

ASSESSED $70,200 · 2026

Beds3
Living area1,034 sqft
Lot13 acres
Built1934
Style1.5 Storey
$ / sqft$102
ON THE RECORDRELISTED · 29D SHOWN, 29D TRUEMLS® HISTORY
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$70,200
Taxable (capped)$67,200
Cap shelter+$3,000
Est. property tax · 2026$548/yr

Taxed on $67,200 of a $70,200 assessment$3,000 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $0.815 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Aug 6, 2026Listed$105,000
Jun 1, 2022Soldregistry$57,000

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$489MORTGAGE $489 · TAX $48/MO
Tax, year one$572+$24THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$22,050DOWN $21,000 · DTT $1,050 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$75,500
2023$63,000
2024$64,800
2025$68,200
2026$70,200

Latest assessment $70,200 vs asking $105,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Five most recent assessment years held — the full depth of the published PVSC roll. Nothing is withheld by tier here: no account or membership opens a longer series.

Pictou Island median · 2026$39,100
This property$70,200 — between the median and the 75th percentile
Change 2025 → 2026+$2,000 (+2.9%)

2026 assessments in Pictou Island run $13,900 to $185,840 (10th–90th percentile, 195 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area12 ac · 513,591 sq ft
Perimeter2,527 m · 8,292 ft

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

About this home

Discover a rare opportunity to own a charming off-grid property with approximately 13 acres on beautiful Pictou Island. Nestled in the heart of the Northumberland Strait between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Pictou Island offers a peaceful lifestyle, stunning natural beauty, and a welcoming, close-knit community. Known for its pristine white sand beaches and unique attractions, including the Wooden Tent retreat, yoga experiences, and yurt accommodations, the island is a hidden gem. Access is easy via the free ferry service from Caribou, making this an ideal seasonal retreat or future island getaway. Conveniently located near the Pictou Island Wharf and John MacCallum Park, with public beach access just a five-minute drive or leisurely bike ride away. The rustic cottage has already begun its transformation, with renovations started to create a more open-concept layout and updated insulation. It’s ready for the next owner to complete the vision and add their own personal style. The main floor features a kitchen with a propane stove, dining area, and living room, while the second level offers three spacious bedrooms and a room designated for a future bathroom. Additional features include a drilled freshwater well and approximately 13 acres of land, providing plenty of space to explore, relax, or expand your island retreat. As Pictou Island continues to grow in popularity as a sought-after destination, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to create your own private getaway or investment for the future. Priced to sell and offered as is, where is, this unique property is full of character, potential, and endless possibilities.

RoomsMLS®

7 measured

Main Floor
Kitchen23'x7'8"
Dining Room17'2"x13"2"
Living Room17'7"x11"
2nd Level
Bedroom11'1"x8'4"
Bedroom12'2"x8'6"
Bedroom12'3"x8'6"
Other7'1"x8'7"
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo garage · No finished basement
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms0 full
Living area1,034 sq ft
Stories2
Levels2 Storey
Year built1934
FoundationBlock · Stone
ExteriorVinyl Siding
RoofAsphalt
FlooringHardwood · Softwood
HeatingStove
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresWood Burning Stove
INTERIOR
Interior featuresHigh Speed Internet
AppliancesOven - Propane
IncludedWood Stove And 2 Generators · Mini Fridge
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway<30"
Steps at entrancesOne Step
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 size13 acres
Lot dimensions26.7 x 25.5-jog
Lot features10 to 49.99 Acres · Landscaped · Wooded
ZoningR/resource
RoadPublic
Other structuresShed(s)
PID00800458
AAN0286123
Previous MLS®202620011
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionNegotiable
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterDrilled Well
SewerOther
Parking spaces1
ParkingNo Garage · Dirt · Single
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunityBlack Point
MunicipalityMunicipality of the County of Pictou
RegionNorthern
Polling districtPI03
Map
Map of 889 Pictou Island Road
Listed by Jackie Norrie · RE/MAX Fairlane Realty · MLS® data © Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Nothing here is paid placement.

https://www.scotianatlas.com/listing/202620014 · Retrieved Sep 4, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY