
Luxury Property in Nova Scotia
1588 Chestnut Street
2-Halifax South
Halifax
B3H 3T2
$1,495,000
Residential
beds: 5
baths: 4.0
2,655 sq. ft.
built: 1920
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 202603226
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Year Built:
- 1920
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Nestled in the heart of Halifax’s sought-after South End, this charming five-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of character, modern updates, and unbeatable location. With an excellent walkability score, you’ll enjoy easy access to parks, schools (including the new LeMarchant), universities, and all the conveniences of city living. The property sits across from the beloved Chestnut Preschool and is surrounded by friendly neighbors in one of Halifax’s most desirable communities. This home is move-in ready—nothing left to do but unpack and enjoy. The infrastructure is solid: every major system and update has been taken care of, offering peace of mind for years to come. The spacious layout provides flexibility for a large or growing family, or the potential to convert back into a multi-unit, income-generating property (the property has two addresses, and the back staircase has been left intact for easy conversion). Convenient private driveway parking for up to four vehicles is also included. The third floor offers an incredible bonus space with two bright bedrooms, perfect for children, guests, or a private hangout area for teenagers who need their own space. The basement, with a walkout, is dry and offers excellent storage. **Highlights and Upgrades** * **2010 – Full renovation to the studs (1st and 2nd floor) including:** * New kitchen * New electrical, including surround sound and alarm system * New baseboard heating * Propane fireplace * **2012 –** New windows * **2020 –** New roof and exterior paint * **2022 –** Generator installed * **2024 –** New oil tank * **Additional Features:** Infloor heat in two bathrooms, central vacuum, and a kitchen dustpan vacuum under the bottom cupboards. A solid, well-maintained home with timeless appeal—ideal for those seeking both comfort and investment potential in one of Halifax’s most che
- Watt Street to Chestnut Street or Coburg Road to Chestnut Street
- Listing Sub-Area:
- 2-Halifax South
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Residential Type:
- Single Family
- Residential Style:
- Detached
- Title To Land:
- Freehold
- Home Style:
- 2.5 Storey
- Exterior Finish:
- Wood Shingles
- Year built:
- 1920 (Age: 106)
- Age:
- 106
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bedrooms Above Grade:
- 5
- Bedrooms Below Grade:
- 0
- Full Bathrooms:
- 3
- Half Bathrooms:
- 1
- Main Living Area:
- 2,655 sq. ft.247 m2
- Floor Area:
- 2,655 sq. ft.247 m2
- Building Dimenions:
- 42 x 31
- Prop Size:
- Under 0.5 Acres
- Lot Size:
- 4,643 sq. ft.431 m2
- Zoning:
- ER-2
- Water Supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Municipal
- Foundation:
- Poured Concrete
- Floor Finish:
- Hardwood, Porcelain
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- New Constr.:
- No
- Basement:
- Undeveloped, Walkout
- Heating:
- Baseboard, Fireplace, Furnace, Hot Water, In Floor
- Fuel:
- Oil, Propane
- Utilities:
- Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
- Garage:
- None
- Garage Description:
- None
- Parking Description:
- 3 cars
- Driveway:
- Parking Spaces(s), Paved, None, Level
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main Floor
- Living Room
- 17'6"5.33 m × 11'8"3.57 m
- Main Floor
- Den/Office
- 12'6"3.81 m × 11'6"3.51 m
- Main Floor
- Dining Room
- 11'7"3.54 m × 11'1"3.38 m
- Main Floor
- Kitchen
- 23'6"7.16 m × 12'5"3.78 m
- Main Floor
- Family Room
- 12'5"3.78 m × 10'1"3.08 m
- 2nd Level
- Primary Bedroom
- 16'1"4.91 m × 13'5"4.08 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 11'10"3.60 m × 10'8"3.26 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 15'4"4.66 m × 10'8"3.26 m
- 3rd Level
- Bedroom
- 14'1"4.30 m × 9'4"2.83 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 13'1"3.99 m × 11'1"3.38 m
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Main Floor
- No
- -
- 2nd Level
- Yes
- -
- 11'6" x 8'
- 2nd Level
- No
- -
- 6'1" x 8'
- 3rd Level
- No
- -
- 9'4" x 5'1"
- Alarm System, Central Vacuum, Ensuite Bath, Fireplace(s), Propane Fireplace
- Deck
- None
- Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Ski Hill, Place of Worship
- Cleared, Landscaped, Level, Partially Fenced
- No
- Rental Income:
- Potential
- Possession Info:
- Negotiable
- Elementary School:
- Lemarchant - St Thomas Elementar
- Middle School:
- Gorsebrook Junior High School
- High School:
- Citadel High School
- French Imm Middle School:
- Gorsebrook Junior High School
- French Imm High School:
- Citadel High School
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Data was last updated February 23, 2026 at 05:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 61
- Avg list price:
- $769,900
- Min list price:
- $289,900
- Max list price:
- $6,495,000
- Avg days on market:
- 80
- Min days on market:
- 3
- Max days on market:
- 509
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $618
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
2-Halifax South. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
- Angela Leaman
- KELLER WILLIAMS SELECT REALTY - 14094
- 9022927826
- Angela@LeamanRE.ca
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