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FOR SALE · 21 DAYSMLS® 202620272 · PID 15296130

1248 Gabarus Highway

$249,000

ASSESSED $237,500 · 2026

Beds2
Baths1
Living area864 sqft
Lot10,001 sqft lot
Built1961
Style1 Storey
$ / sqft$288
Value & taxesPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD
Assessed market · 2026$237,500
Taxable (capped)$166,000
Cap shelter+$71,500
Est. property tax · 2026$2,647/yr

Taxed on $166,000 of a $237,500 assessment$71,500 sheltered by the NS assessment cap, at $1.595 per $100.

HistoryMLS® + REGISTRY
Aug 11, 2026Listed$249,000
Jul 4, 2022Soldregistry$178,000

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$1,159MORTGAGE $1,159 · TAX $316/MO
Tax, year one$3,787+$1,140THE CAP RESETS ·
Cash to close$53,535DOWN $49,800 · DTT $3,735 · LEGAL EXTRA

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

Assessment recordPVSC · GOVERNMENT RECORD

2022 – 2026

2022$99,800
2023$116,100
2024$184,700
2025$207,400
2026$237,500

Latest assessment $237,500 vs asking $249,000. A government record, not an estimate — ScotianAtlas computes no consumer valuation.

Prime Brook median · 2026$151,400
This property$237,500 — in the top quarter
Change 2025 → 2026+$30,100 (+14.5%)

2026 assessments in Prime Brook run $2,660 to $317,660 (10th–90th percentile, 283 properties). Position within the distribution is a fact of the roll, not an opinion of value.

The lotNSPRD PARCEL FABRIC · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY
Area939 m² · 0.23 ac
Perimeter125 m · 410 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 1248 Gabarus Highway in Prime Brook, a charming property that beautifully blends the tranquility of a private countryside setting with the conveniences of nearby community amenities. Situated on a flat, quarter-acre lot surrounded by mature trees, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful privacy and manageable outdoor space. It is an ideal haven for anyone seeking a quieter lifestyle, a first-time home or a place to downsize without feeling crowded by neighbors. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom residence features a bright and inviting interior that maximizes natural light, creating a warm and airy atmosphere throughout the day. At the heart of the home is a beautifully updated kitchen equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, pristine white cabinetry, multi-colored tile backsplashes and elegant countertops that extend into a breakfast bar overlooking the dining area. Beyond the cosmetic appeal, this property delivers absolute peace of mind with significant, high-value structural upgrades. The exterior is protected by a durable, modern metal roof and features energy-efficient vinyl windows, while the interior is equipped with a new contemporary heat pump for efficient heating and cooling. Additionally, the clean and open basement is enhanced with insulated walls, offering excellent efficiency and premium dry storage space. Outdoors, the property shines with a newly constructed side deck that serves as an excellent vantage point for enjoying the peaceful surrounding greenery and listening to the birds. The level backyard provides plenty of room for starting a vegetable garden, cultivating flower beds or setting up an outdoor dining space. Whether you are enjoying a morning coffee in the sunny kitchen or unwinding on the deck as the sun goes down, this home offers a comfortable lifestyle rooted in practicality. Do not miss the opportunity to experience this move-in-ready property in person, so schedule your viewing today.

RoomsMLS®

5 measured

Main Floor
Eat In Kitchen12'7x16
Living Room10'4x16'9
Bath 18'10x6
Bedroom8x11'10
Bedroom12'7x7'9
Structure & systemsPVSC + MLS®
StructureNo garage · No finished basement
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1 full
Living area864 sq ft
Year built1961
StyleBungalow
FoundationBlock
RoofMetal
FlooringLaminate · Tile
BasementFull · Unfinished
HeatingForced Air · Furnace · Ductless
FuelOil
INTERIOR
Interior featuresHigh Speed Internet
AppliancesStove · Refrigerator
AccessibilityNSAR AUDIT FIELDS
Narrowest doorway30"
Steps at entrancesOver 3 Steps
EntrancesFront/Main Entrance · Side Entrance
ThresholdsThreshold over 1/2"

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

Land & titleREGISTRY + MLS®
Lot size10,001 sqft
Lot dimensions36 x 24
Lot featuresUnder 0.5 Acres · Partially Cleared · Landscaped · Level
ZoningRCB
Other structuresShed(s)
PID15296130
AAN02932741
Legal description1248 Gabarus Hwy Prime Brook Land Dwelling
TITLE
OwnershipFreehold
PossessionImmediate
HSTExempt from HST
Utilities & parkingMLS®
WaterDrilled Well
SewerSeptic Tank
UtilitiesElectric · Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Phone Connected
Electricity on propertyYes
ParkingNo Garage · Paved
SchoolsMLS®

Catchment

ElementarySydney River Elementary School
Junior highMalcolm Munroe Memorial Junior High School
High schoolRiverview High School
AreaCIVIC · OPEN DATA
CommunityPrime Brook
MunicipalityCape Breton Regional Municipality
RegionEastern
Polling districtCB07
Map
Map of 1248 Gabarus 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/202620272 · Retrieved Sep 1, 2026 · NOT A LEGAL SURVEY