Clayton Park West · Halifax, Nova Scotia
Four-Bedroom Home With 200-Amp Electrical and Composite Deck on a Quiet Cul-de-Sac in Clayton Park West
5 Kilbirnie Lane is a fully updated two-level home offering approximately 2,229 square feet of finished living space on one of Clayton Park West's quietest streets. Extensively renovated between 2018 and 2026 — including a new front entry and mudroom, 200-amp electrical upgrade, and composite deck — this home is ready for its next owner without the renovation timeline.
MLS® 202625885Property at a Glance
Key Property Details
4
Bedrooms
3+1
Bathrooms
2,229
Total Sq Ft
5,001
Lot (Sq Ft)
200A
Electrical
Paved
Parking
Why This Property
What Makes This Home Worth Exploring
200-Amp Electrical — Heat-Pump Ready
The electrical panel was upgraded from 100-amp to 200-amp service with permits, electrician certification, and Nova Scotia Power review. The home is wired and ready for heat pumps, mini-splits, or a hot tub — capacity that was not available on the original service.
Extensively Renovated, 2018–2026
New siding with house wrap, reimagined front entry with a mudroom and two-piece bathroom, lower-level improvements, driveway regrading, new appliances, programmable thermostats, and exterior lighting. The building permit for the mudroom addition received its final inspection.
Composite Deck Wrapping the Rear
Installed in 2018, the composite deck wraps around the back of the house and has held up exceptionally well. It was designed by a local builder and could be extended further along the rear if a future owner wished to add a walkout from the kitchen and dining area.
Cul-de-Sac With a Strong Neighbourhood
Kilbirnie Lane is a cul-de-sac where neighbours know one another by name, children play outside regularly, and the street maintains traditions including an annual summer gathering. The previous owners describe every neighbour as friendly and considerate.
Walkable to Daily Amenities
Rockingham Pharmacy is roughly a four-minute walk. Kelly's Deli at Rockingham Plaza, Park West Elementary School, Arrowhead Mainland Trail, Belcher's Marsh, and several small grocers are all accessible on foot.
Interior Overview
Inside the Home
Main Floor
The main floor centres on an open kitchen that connects to the living and dining areas — the room both previous owners name first when describing the home. The kitchen was already updated when the current owners purchased in 2018, and it has since received a new stove and dishwasher.
A mudroom addition at the front entry, completed in 2024 with a building permit and final inspection, reimagined the way the household arrives home. The original wooden porch and pergola were removed, the lower front roofline was extended, and the front door was repositioned to face the street. The resulting entry includes a full closet, four built-in lockers, and a two-piece bathroom — an uncommon feature in homes of this era and size. A foyer (6.4 × 13.1) leads into the open living room (13.11 × 21.11), dining room (12 × 11.5), and kitchen (11.9 × 13.8).
Upper Level
The upper level holds three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary bedroom (13.8 × 11) has its own ensuite (10.11 × 4.11). Two additional bedrooms (12.8 × 11 and 8.5 × 11) share a four-piece bathroom (8.6 × 4.11).
Lower Level — Fully Developed
The lower level provides a fourth bedroom (11.7 × 16.7), a recreation room (12.8 × 21.4), a three-piece bathroom, a laundry room (5.11 × 8), and a utility area (9.5 × 6.7). The bathroom was upgraded from a two-piece to a three-piece in 2023 with the addition of a shower — a practical decision for an active household. The flooring throughout the lower level has been redone, most of the trim is new, and the staircases have been refinished.
The fourth bedroom is currently configured with custom-built bunk beds, a wardrobe partition, and a desk. This construction is non-structural and can be returned to a standard spare bedroom with minimal effort and cost.
Additional Interior Details
Mysa programmable thermostats provide app-controlled heating throughout the home. The property features an air exchanger and a propane fireplace. Flooring includes ceramic, carpet, and vinyl. Heating is baseboard electric with propane fireplace supplementation. A new water heater was installed through a certified installation service. Included appliances are the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The propane tank is rental equipment.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living and Property Features
The composite deck is the centrepiece of the backyard. Installed in 2018 and wrapping around the rear of the house, it remains in excellent condition by the owners' account. The deck was designed by a local home builder and has room to be extended further along the back wall if a future owner wished to create a walkout from the kitchen and dining area.
The yard has been fully relandscaped to match the property's terrain. The driveway was regraded and fitted with a drain. A low-profile retaining wall separates this property's driveway from the neighbour's, with a squared drop beneath the deck at the rear to manage erosion. An exterior gravel area was completed in 2025.
Goby exterior lights installed along the front soffits — upper and lower — provide full-colour control for seasonal lighting, holidays, or everyday use, giving the front of the house a finished look after dark.
The cul-de-sac itself extends the property's outdoor living. On Kilbirnie Lane, it is where neighbourhood children gather, where the annual summer gathering takes place, and where, on a typical afternoon, someone is riding a bike or crossing the street to visit a friend.
The lot is 5,001 square feet. The property has paved parking but no garage. The exterior is vinyl siding with an asphalt shingle roof. The property has a wood foundation with a full, fully developed basement.
Location
Living in Clayton Park West
Clayton Park West puts most daily errands within a short walk of 5 Kilbirnie Lane. Kelly's Deli, tucked into Rockingham Plaza just behind the neighbourhood, is a local favourite for sandwiches, baked goods, and ice cream in summer. Rockingham Pharmacy is roughly a four-minute walk — convenient enough that filling a prescription never requires getting in the car. A Canada Post outlet is located inside the nearby pharmacy. Several small grocers and an NSLC Express are also within a few minutes on foot.
Park West Elementary School is approximately a four- to five-minute walk from the home. For families and dog walkers, the Arrowhead Mainland Trail is a regular route. Belcher's Marsh and Belcher's Pond are close enough for an afternoon walk and, in winter, a place where children skate and play pond hockey.
Snow clearing on the rear access road off Langbrae Drive is privately maintained and arrives promptly. The front street follows the municipal schedule, which the previous owners describe as generally quick and efficient.
The property is zoned R-1 within the Halifax Mainland by-law area, in the Timberlea–Beechville–Clayton Park–Wedgewood polling district. Municipal water and sewer service the property.
Ownership Details
Important Property Considerations
The following details may help buyers evaluate the property's condition, recent improvements, and ownership considerations.
Renovation and Improvement Timeline
| Year | Improvement |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Composite deck installed, wrapping around the rear of the house |
| 2020 | Lower-level bedroom custom-built with bunk beds, wardrobe partition, and desk (non-structural; easily reversible) |
| 2021–25 | New stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer |
| 2023 | Lower-level bathroom upgraded from two-piece to three-piece (shower added) |
| 2024 | New siding with house wrap; thermal imaging confirmed no concerns; polyvinyl corner boards; new front window casings |
| 2024 | Front entry reimagined: old porch and pergola removed; roofline extended; front door repositioned to face the street; mudroom added with closet, four lockers, and two-piece bathroom |
| 2024 | Goby exterior lights installed on front soffits (full-colour control) |
| 2024 | Basement window removed and sided over |
| 2025 | Mysa programmable thermostats installed |
| 2025 | Driveway regraded with drain; retaining wall added |
| 2025 | Exterior gravel area completed |
| 2026 | 200-amp electrical upgrade (permitted, certified by electrician, reviewed by Nova Scotia Power); heat-pump and mini-split ready |
| 2026 | Lower-level flooring, trim, and staircase refinished |
| 2026 | New water heater (certified installation) |
Building Permits
A building permit for the front-entry addition was issued October 1, 2024, with an estimated value of $56,000. The permit has received its final building inspection (Part 9 — Final). An associated engineering permit was issued June 4, 2024, and has been completed.
Heating and Utilities
Heating is baseboard electric supplemented by a propane fireplace. The 200-amp electrical upgrade provides the capacity necessary to install heat pumps or mini-splits. The home has an air exchanger. The propane tank is rental equipment. Water and sewer are municipal services. The 2026 assessed value is $668,400, with estimated annual taxes of $7,580.
Property Condition Disclosure
A Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS) is available for this property. Prospective buyers are encouraged to review this document as part of their due diligence.
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Common Questions
Buyer Questions About 5 Kilbirnie Lane
Where is 5 Kilbirnie Lane located?
5 Kilbirnie Lane is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Clayton Park West, within the Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The property is within walking distance of Rockingham Plaza, Park West Elementary School, and Belcher's Marsh.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the home have?
The home has four bedrooms — three on the upper level and one on the fully developed lower level — and four bathrooms (three full and one half). The main-floor mudroom addition includes a two-piece bathroom, and the lower level has a three-piece bathroom.
What renovations have been completed?
Between 2018 and 2026, the owners completed extensive work including: new siding with house wrap, a full front-entry redesign with a mudroom and two-piece bathroom (permitted, final inspection completed), a 200-amp electrical upgrade (permitted and certified), a composite deck wrapping the rear of the house, lower-level improvements including flooring and a bathroom upgrade, Mysa programmable thermostats, Goby exterior lighting, driveway regrading with a retaining wall, and new major appliances.
Is the home heat-pump ready?
Yes. The 200-amp electrical upgrade, completed with permits and certification, provides the capacity to install heat pumps or mini-splits. The original 100-amp service did not have capacity for this type of installation.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Kilbirnie Lane is a cul-de-sac where neighbours know one another by name. The street hosts an annual summer gathering and has a strong sense of community. Children play outside regularly, and the previous owners describe every neighbour as friendly and considerate without being intrusive.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Kelly's Deli at Rockingham Plaza, Rockingham Pharmacy (approximately four minutes on foot), Park West Elementary School (approximately four to five minutes), Arrowhead Mainland Trail, Belcher's Marsh and Belcher's Pond, several small grocers, an NSLC Express, and a Canada Post outlet are all accessible on foot.
What appliances are included?
The listing includes the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer are all newer installations. The propane tank is rental equipment.
How do I arrange a private showing?
Contact The Pike Group at Royal LePage Atlantic to request a private viewing or to ask questions about this property. Visit the property website at 5kilbirnieln.online for additional details and to get in touch.
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