42 Victoria Street Amherst, Nova Scotia B4H 1C1

$429,900

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 butlers 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). (id:31415)

Property Details

MLS® Number	202618847
Property Type	Single Family
Community Name	Amherst
Amenities Near By	Golf Course, Park, Playground, Shopping, Place Of Worship, Beach
Community Features	Recreational Facilities, School Bus
Features	Treed, Level
Pool Type	Above Ground Pool
Structure	Shed

Building

Bathroom Total	2
Bedrooms Above Ground	5
Bedrooms Total	5
Appliances	Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
Basement Development	Unfinished
Basement Type	Full (unfinished)
Construction Style Attachment	Detached
Cooling Type	Air Conditioned, Wall Unit
Exterior Finish	Vinyl
Flooring Type	Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Foundation Type	Stone
Half Bath Total	1
Heating Fuel	Electric, Oil, Wood
Heating Type	Forced Air, Furnace, Heat Pump, Ductless, Stove
Stories Total	2
Size Interior	1,900 Sqft
Total Finished Area	1900 Sqft
Type	House
Utility Water	Municipal Water

Parking

Paved Yard

Land

Acreage	No
Land Amenities	Golf Course, Park, Playground, Shopping, Place Of Worship, Beach
Sewer	Municipal Sewage System
Size Irregular	0.2204
Size Total	0.2204 Ac
Size Total Text	0.2204 Ac

Rooms

Level	Type	Length	Width	Dimensions
Second Level	Bedroom			11.9x9.3
Second Level	Bedroom			11.7x12.6
Second Level	Bedroom			14.5x12.0
Second Level	Primary Bedroom			14.0x9.5
Second Level	Bedroom			12.7x9.67
Second Level	Bath (# Pieces 1-6)			12.9x5.2
Main Level	Porch			15.2x6.4
Main Level	Kitchen			12.3x16.3
Main Level	Laundry / Bath			6.1x4.8
Main Level	Dining Room			13.5x11.3
Main Level	Recreational, Games Room			13.6x11.11
Main Level	Living Room			14.4x16.7
Main Level	Foyer			13.0x8.8
Main Level	Sunroom			7.3x11.7

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