5284 Highway 3, Chester Basin, (MLS® 202606749) REMAX NOVA
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5284 Highway 3, Chester Basin

4 2 1960 sqft
$599,000 For Sale

Description

Set along Nova Scotia’s iconic Lighthouse Route, this beautifully preserved 1880s home captures the essence of coastal living with sweeping views over Chester Basin and a public dock just across the road. From the moment you step inside, the home reveals a perfect balance of historic charm and relaxed comfort. The sun-filled living room is anchored by a striking stone fireplace, complemented by exposed beams, warm wood floors, and custom built-ins. Just beyond, a cozy sunroom with beadboard ceilings offers a front-row seat to the ever-changing harbour, an ideal place to unwind as boats drift by. The spacious dining room, complete with floor-to-ceiling built-ins, is designed for gathering whether intimate dinners or lively evenings with family and friends. Upstairs, three inviting bedrooms offer built-in storage and character-filled spaces, while the full bath with jet tub provides a quiet place to relax at the end of the day. Outdoors, the property continues to impress. Thoughtfully landscaped, it features a detached garage and a separate wired and insulated studio/Bunky with, electricity, private deck, and pergola perfect for guests, a home office, or an inspiring creative space. With a proven history as a successful part-time Airbnb, this property also presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to blend lifestyle with income potential. All of this, just a short walk to the public wharf, local dining, grocery, and village amenities, and only minutes to Mahone Bay offering the perfect combination of charm, convenience, and coastal beauty.

Listing Details

Address
5284 Highway 3, Chester Basin, B0J 1K0

Status
ACTIVE
Listing Price
$599,000
MLS®
202606749
Type
Single Family
Style
Detached
Age
139
Square Footage (MLA)
1,097  ft2
Total Fin SqFt (TLA)
1,960  ft2
PID
60096724
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0

Water
Dug,Well
Sewer
Septic
Utilities
Cable,Electricity,High Speed Internet,Telephone

Building Specifications

Foundation Type
Poured Concrete
Roof
Metal
Exterior Finish
Vinyl
Flooring
Ceramic,Hardwood,Porcelain

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Rooms

LEVEL TYPE DIMENSIONS
Basement Utility 23'7" x 33'7"
Main Floor Foyer 6'9" x 7'1"
Main Floor Living Room 27'1" x 15'9"
Main Floor Kitchen 10'2" x 23'3"
Main Floor Sun Room 24'6" x 9'9"
Main Floor Bedroom 13'5" x 14'1"
Main Floor Bath 1 6'7" x 8'8"
2nd Level Primary Bedroom 18'10" x 13'5" (
2nd Level Bedroom 10'2" x 13'11"
2nd Level Bedroom 12'4" x 13'11"
2nd Level Bath 2 5'8" x 12'7"

Garage & Parking

Garage
Y
Details
Detached 1.5

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
Fridge, Stove, Washer , Dryer

Sales History

Demographic Data

Demographic data is based on the dissemination area that contains the listing parcel . Dissemination Areas are small areas composed of one or more neighbouring dissemination blocks. All of Canada is divided into dissemination areas. Data source: Environics Analytics via ArcGIS Online, 2021

Population Size

583

Median Age

49.0

Avg Household Size

2.6

Avg House Income

$88K

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Tax Assessment

Year Amount % Change
2024 $523,200 ---
2023 $384,300 ---
2022 $331,900 ---
2021 $294,000 ---
2020 $293,100 ---
2019 $289,400 ---
2018 $292,400 ---
2017 $298,600 ---
2016 $296,600 ---
2015 $317,700 ---
2014 $307,700 ---
2013 $295,300 ---
2012 $280,000 ---

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Last Updated On: 4/9/2026 12:46:26 PM (UTC)