Residential Halifax
5660 Fenwick Street
2-Halifax South
Halifax
B3H 1R3
$1,295,000
Residential
beds: 4
baths: 1.0
2,233 sq. ft.
built: 1895
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 202421992
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Year Built:
- 1895
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Nestled in the heart of the city, the heritage-registered Cahill House, also known as the Garden House, blends historical grandeur with contemporary elegance. This beautifully renovated residence offers a remarkable living experience. Upon entering, you're greeted by floor-to-ceiling windows framing a serene garden oasis. The south-facing microclimate features a winding slate chip path through mature birch trees, ornamental grasses, and perennials. The architecturally designed kitchen is the focal point, boasting a seamless floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows that blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Pristine white cabinetry topped with Carrera marble contrasts with a soapstone island, while brass fixtures and a Hollis+Morris pendant light add refinement. Every detail, from custom waxed oak interiors to heated ceramic tile flooring, is meticulously curated for comfort and style. The kitchen includes a La Cornue range and Thermador fridge, ensuring an extraordinary culinary experience. The home’s layout flows from the grand living and dining areas into the kitchen, where sunlight streams through original windows. Both rooms feature original mantels, adding timeless elegance. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms offer tranquil retreats, alongside a versatile 4th bedroom and a luxurious 4-piece bathroom with a clawfoot tub and heated towel rack. The lower level, with repointed stone walls and a repoured concrete floor, is perfect for a family room, artist’s studio, or private income suite. Educational options from pre-primary to PhD are within walking distance, including private schools, French language programs, an International Baccalaureate program, and universities. As a bonus, the Cahill House qualifies for Halifax Regional Municipality grants to assist with maintaining heritage properties. Most windows have been replaced with Anderson windows, and insulation has been added for comfort and energy efficiency.
- Listing Sub-Area:
- 2-Halifax South
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Residential Type:
- Single Family
- Title To Land:
- Freehold
- Home Style:
- 2 Storey
- Exterior Finish:
- Wood Shingles
- Year built:
- 1895 (Age: 129)
- Age:
- 129
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bedrooms Above Grade:
- 4
- Bedrooms Below Grade:
- 0
- Full Bathrooms:
- 1
- Half Bathrooms:
- 0
- Main Living Area:
- 1,950 sq. ft.181.161 m2
- Floor Area:
- 2,233 sq. ft.207.45 m2
- Building Dimenions:
- 22.5 x 52.7 - Jog
- Prop Size:
- Under 0.5 Acres
- Lot Size:
- 2,888.028 sq. ft.268.307 m2
- Zoning:
- ER-1
- Water Supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Municipal
- Foundation:
- Stone
- Floor Finish:
- Cork, Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
- Roof:
- Rolled
- New Constr.:
- No
- Basement:
- Full, Partially Developed
- Heating:
- Radiant, Radiator
- Fuel:
- Electric, Oil
- Utilities:
- Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
- Garage:
- None
- Garage Description:
- None
- Parking Description:
- Street Parking By Permit
- Driveway:
- None
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main Floor
- Living Room
- 17'1¼"5.21 m × 13'11"4.24 m
- Main Floor
- Dining Room
- 14'2"4.33 m × 13'11"4.24 m
- Main Floor
- Kitchen
- 19'7¼"5.97 m × 13'1"3.99 m
- Main Floor
- Foyer
- 8'11"2.71 m × 7'2.13 m
- Main Floor
- Porch
- 7'2.13 m × 3'10"1.16 m
- 2nd Level
- Primary Bedroom
- 17'2"5.24 m × 13'10"4.21 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 12'8"3.87 m × 12'1"3.69 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 13'4"4.05 m × 13'1"3.99 m
- 2nd Level
- Bedroom
- 10'5"3.17 m × 7'1"2.16 m
- Basement
- Family Room
- 19'10"6.04 m × 17'1¼"5.21 m
- Basement
- Storage
- 30'4¾"9.27 m × 19'10"6.04 m
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- 2nd Level
- No
- 0
- 5'7" x 9'8"
- Fireplace(s)
- Shed
- La Cornue gas cooktop with electric convection oven, Miele Dishwasher, Thermadore Fridge, chest freezer, LG Microwave. Hunter Douglas blinds. All fixed shelving, Light fixtures, marble shelves on radiators, TV mounts.
- upright freezer
- Propane Tank
- Cooktop – Propane, Oven - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Freezer - Stand Up, Freezer - Chest, Refrigerator
- Public Transit, Recreation Center, Shopping
- Landscaped, Level, Fenced
- No
- Rental Income:
- Potential
- Possession Info:
- Negotiable
- Elementary School:
- Saint Mary's Elementary School
- Middle School:
- Gorsebrook Junior High School
- High School:
- Citadel High School
- French Imm Elementary School:
- Lemarchant - St Thomas Elementar
- French Imm Middle School:
- Gorsebrook Junior High School
- French Imm High School:
- Citadel High School
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Data was last updated September 18, 2024 at 11:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 61
- Avg list price:
- $979,000
- Min list price:
- $321,000
- Max list price:
- $7,995,000
- Avg days on market:
- 36
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 373
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $653.49
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.
- Angela Leaman
- KELLER WILLIAMS SELECT REALTY - 14094
- 9022927826
- Angela@LeamanRE.ca
- Trish Leaman
- KELLER WILLIAMS SELECT REALTY - 14094
- 902-452-6023
- Trish@LeamanRE.ca