1242 George Street, Sydney
$449,900
For sale in Sydney, Nova Scotia
1242 George Street, Sydney is a 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom, single family home with 940 sqft of living space for sale at $449,900 in Sydney, Nova Scotia. View photos, lot details, and listing information on Acres.
About 1242 George Street, Sydney
Welcome to 1242 George Street Discover the rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience at 1242 George Street, ideally situated at the top of Hardwood Hill in Sydney’s south end. This well-maintained brick bungalow sits on an impressive 1.74-acre lot, offering a beautifully landscaped and fenced backyard that extends into a private, wooded retreat with mature trees and endless possibilities for gardens, trails, recreation, or simply enjoying nature. The bright main level features a welcoming living room with hardwood flooring and propane fireplace, a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances and propane stove, two spacious bedrooms, main-level laundry, and a bathroom with in-floor heat. Ductless heat pumps, installed in 2024, provide efficient heating and cooling, with electric baseboards for backup. The finished lower level adds three additional bedrooms, or use one as a rec room or home theatre, plus a full bathroom. Each lower-level bedroom has an egress window installed in 2025. Recent updates include 2025 laminate flooring throughout the lower level, new flooring in the main-level bedrooms, a new front door and living room window, and a new back screen door. Outdoor and practical features include a 24' x 24' attached garage, 200-amp electrical service, generator hookup with included gas generator, paved front driveway, additional rear gravel parking, enclosed patio, rear deck, and a large fenced backyard with privacy slats added in 2024—perfect for children, pets, and outdoor entertaining. Enjoy spectacular hill views and wooded privacy while remaining close to all amenities, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Cape Breton Cancer Centre, downtown Sydney, NSCC Waterfront Campus, and just a short drive to Cape Breton University. A property of this size and setting within the city is increasingly hard to find—come experience the space, privacy, and possibilities for yourself.
Property Details
- Address
- 1242 George Street, Sydney
- City
- Sydney
- Province
- Nova Scotia
- Property ID
- 15405970
- Type
- Single Family
- Building Style
- Bungalow
- Building Dimensions
- 46x26 + 22x4 + 24x24 - 8.7x6
- Age
- 45 years
- Total Living Area
- 1,928 sqft
Building Features
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Exterior
- Brick, Vinyl
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Basement
- Fully Developed
- Flooring
- Tile, Ceramic, Laminate, Hardwood
- Heating/Cooling
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Fireplace, Ductless Cooling
- Fuel Supply
- Electric, Propane
Utilities & Services
- Drinking Water
- Municipal
- Sewer
- Municipal
- Utilities
- Electrical, Cable, Telephone, High Speed Internet
Parking & Features
- Has Garage
- Yes, Attached, Double, Wired (24x24 - 8.5x6)
- Parking
- Paved, Gravel
- Waterfront
- No
- Land Features
- Year Round road, Partially Fenced, Sloping/Terraced, Partial Cleared, Partial Landscaped
- Property Features
- Gas Stove(s), Alarm System, Propane Fireplace, Generator Panel
Appliances & Inclusions
- Appliances Included
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Propane, Refrigerator, Washer
- Inclusions
- Gas generator, safe
Additional Information
- Listed By
- Re/max Park Place Inc.
- Status
- FOR SALE
- Listed
- May 21, 2026
- Original listing
- View source listing