Imagine yourself at home in this inviting Fairview property, perfect for both living and rental potential! This charming over-and-under legal duplex offers a wonderful blend of comfort and practicality. Priced to sell, you can choose to live in one unit while renting out the other, or rent both for maximum income. This location provides an ideal opportunity for a welcoming home and a smart investment. Located on a quiet street in highly sought-after Fairview, it provides a peaceful living environment just minutes from downtown Halifax. The upper unit features three spacious bedrooms, a recently renovated bathroom, freshly painted walls, new closet doors, and updated windows. The lower unit includes two bedrooms plus a den (being used as an additional bedroom), upgraded flooring, new kitchen tiles, fresh paint, and new closet doors. The large kitchens offer ample cabinet and counter space. Each unit has separate power meters, and one oil furnace heats the building. Separate laundry for each unit provides convenience and privacy. Additional features include two new water heaters, a remodeled lower laundry room, and roof shingles replaced in 2020. Both units are rented on fixed leases ending January 2026. The property is within walking distance of elementary and junior high schools, Halifax Shopping Center, Goodlife, Superstore, shopping, and dining. The large fenced backyard and a driveway that fits up to five cars add to the appeal. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity—schedule a viewing today at 81 Frederick Avenue!
Dutch Village to Frederick
Listing Sub-Area:
6-Fairview
Property Type:
Multi-Family
Multi-Family Type:
Duplex
Title To Land:
Freehold
Building Dimenions:
43 x 28
Lot Size:
5,001 sq. ft.465 m2
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Commercial / Retail Space:
No
# of Rental Units / Occupied:
2
Year built:
1968
(Age: 57)
Age:
57
# Floors:
2
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Foundation:
Concrete
Basement:
Fully Developed, Walkout
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl Plank
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Heating:
Furnace
Fuel:
Oil
Parking:
Yes
Parking Description:
5
Driveway:
Paved
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Num Units:
2
Num 2 Bed Units:
1
Num 3 Bed Units:
1
# Of Dishwashers:
0
# Of Dryers:
2
# Of Fridges:
2
# Of Microwaves:
0
# Of Stoves:
2
# Of Washers:
2
Rental Income:
Yes
Cable, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry, Power, Telephone
2 Fridges, 2 Stoves, 2 Dryer, 2 washer
Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping
Oven, Stove, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Water Meter
Data was last updated March 13, 2025 at 09:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
75
Avg list price:
$1,190,000
Min list price:
$289,000
Max list price:
$7,500,000
Avg days on market:
50
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
749
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Halifax-Dartmouth. Average values are
derived using median calculations.
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