42 Victoria Street W
Amherst, NS, B4H 1C1
$429,900
≈ $2,164/month estimate
Listed on this site 108 days ago
- 5 beds
- 1.5 baths
- 2,100 sq ft
- 0.22 acres
Listed by RE/MAX County Line Realty Ltd. · Rachel Thibodeau · MLS® 202618847
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About this home
A BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED CENTURY HOME! This 5-bedroom, 2-bath home has 5 new heat pumps installed (July 2025), providing efficient heating and cooling throughout all three levels. Combined with two additional heat sources, this home offers year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The updated kitchen (2021) features a built-in coffee bar and opens into generous living spaces including a large family room, formal dining room, and bright living room. A fully renovated main-floor bathroom (2023) now includes a second laundry area, making daily living more functional for larger or multi-generational families. Looking for main-floor living potential? A spacious main-level room could easily be converted into a bedroom, conveniently located near the full bath and laundry area for added accessibility and flexibility. Character lovers will appreciate the stunning original details throughout the home: soaring 10-foot ceilings on both the main and upper levels, handcrafted crown mouldings, original hardwood floors, and two charming sunporches welcoming you inside. Upstairs can be accessed by either the grand original staircase beneath the impressive 30-foot ceiling or the classic butler’s staircase off the kitchen, which offers direct access to one of the bedrooms. The upper level offers 5 versatile bedrooms giving the ability to create a luxurious primary suite with a walk-in closet, set up a private home office, playroom, hobby space, or guest accommodations to suit your lifestyle. Step outsite and enjoy the backyard retreat featuring a fully powered 10x16 outbuilding (2023) ideal for a man cave, she-shed, studio, office, or creative space. An additional 10x16 lofted shed provides excellent storage for gardening and yard equipment. The expanded back deck is perfect for BBQs, entertaining, or relaxing with family and friends. Additional updates include: roof shingles (2019), professionally painted throughout (2021), and electric hot water heater (2025).
Facts
- MLS® number
- 202618847
- Status
- For Sale
- Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 1 full, 1 half
- Living area
- 2,100 sq ft
- Lot size
- 0.22 acres
- Basement
- Full, Undeveloped
- Heating / cooling
- Forced Air, Furnace, Heat Pump – Ductless, Stove, Ductless Cooling
- Fuel
- Electric, Oil, Wood
- Garage
- No
- Region
- Northern Region
- County
- Cumberland
- Days on market
- 109
Features
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior
- Vinyl
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Flooring
- Ceramic, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Water
- Municipal
- Sewage
- Municipal
- Utilities
- Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
- Garage
- None
- Parking
- Paved, Single
- Features
- Above Ground Pool, Wood Stove(s)
- Appliances included
- Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Rental equipment
- None
- Land features
- Cleared, Level, Parkland/Golf Course, Wooded/Treed, Year Round Road
- Community features
- Golf Course, Park, Playground, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship, Beach
- Structures
- Deck, Shed
- Building dimensions
- 29x45
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Zoning
- Residential
- PID
- 25000241
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Porch | Main Floor | 15.2x6.4 |
| Kitchen | Main Floor | 12.3x16.3 |
| Laundry/Bath | Main Floor | 6.1x4.8 |
| Dining Room | Main Floor | 13.5x11.3 |
| Main Hallway | Main Floor | |
| Rec Room | Main Floor | 13.6x11.11 |
| Living Room | Main Floor | 14.4x16.7 |
| Foyer | Main Floor | 13.0x8.8 |
| Sun Room | Main Floor | 7.3x11.7 |
| Bedroom | 2nd Level | 11.9x9.3 |
| Bedroom | 2nd Level | 11.7x12.6 |
| Bedroom | 2nd Level | 14.5x12.0 |
| Primary Bedroom | 2nd Level | 14.0x9.5 |
| Bedroom | 2nd Level | 12.7x9.67 |
| Bath 2 | 2nd Level | 12.9x5.2 |
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Log in to see Listing HistoryWhat it could cost each month
≈ $2,164 per month, estimated
- Mortgage $1,912
- Heating $161
- Insurance $91
Mortgage
Running costs per month
This home’s heating: Forced Air, Furnace, Heat Pump – Ductless, Stove, Ductless Cooling, Electric, Oil, Wood. Heating and insurance are estimates based on typical Nova Scotia costs for a 1,500 sq ft home (heat pump about $100, oil about $315, electric baseboard about $275 a month; home insurance about $65), adjusted for this home’s size and age. Your costs will differ: get quotes for this home. Not financial advice.
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Jessica Mugford, REALTOR® · RE/MAX Park Place Inc. · 602 George St, Sydney, NS B1P 1K9 · (902) 322-1684
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Listing data last updated November 14, 2026 12:52 am.