5870 West Street
1-Halifax Central Halifax B3K 1J3

$725,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 1,372 sq. ft. built: 1889

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
202606443
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1889
Welcome to 5870 West Street, a classic, character-filled detached home in the heart of Halifax. This location is hard to beat, boasting a walk score of 96 and being steps away from Halifax Commons, Agricola Street, Downtown and much more. Inside, there's 1,372 square feet spread over 2 levels, featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The main floor features a living room with a propane fireplace, dining room, half bath (with laundry) and the kitchen, which has a walkout to a fenced-in backyard with a recently updated, no-maintenance, two-tier deck. Moving upstairs along a beautifully preserved, original, hardwood staircase, you'll find 3 bedrooms and the main 4 piece bathroom. This home is chalked full with character including the original hardwood plank floors, hardwood staircase and exposed brick, all while being tastefully updated over the years and you're just steps away from some incredible restaurants and local favorite watering holes such as Studio East, Brasserie, Freehouse, Brownhound and so much more! On-street permit parking is available for $75/year and there's underground parking spaces available for rent just steps away in the MacDonald Apartments.
Robie Street to Agricola Street to West Street
Listing Sub-Area:
1-Halifax Central
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles
Year built:
1889 (Age: 137)
Age:
137
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
1,372 sq. ft.
Floor Area:
1,372 sq. ft.
Building Dimenions:
18.6x42-jog
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
1,468 sq. ft.
Zoning:
ER-2/COR
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete, Stone
Floor Finish:
Ceramic, Hardwood
Roof:
Tar/Gravel
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Undeveloped
Heating:
Fireplace, Forced Air
Fuel:
Oil, Propane
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
None
Driveway:
None
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
13'5" × 10'7"
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'2" × 9'8"
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'7" × 10'8"
Main Floor
Primary Bedroom
17'1¼" × 12'7"
-jog
2nd Level
Bedroom
10'8" × 7'5"
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'10" × 9'8"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
3'8" x 6'5"
2nd Level
No
-
4'7" x 7'1"
Propane Fireplace
Deck
Appliances
Propane Tank
Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Marina, Place of Worship
Landscaped, Fenced
No
5870 WEST ST HALIFAX LAND DWELLING
Rental Income:
No
Possession Info:
June 22 or 23
Elementary School:
Oxford School
Middle School:
Oxford School
High School:
Citadel High School
French Imm Elementary School:
St Joseph's - Alexander Mckay El
French Imm Middle School:
Oxford School
French Imm High School:
Citadel High School
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Data was last updated April 8, 2026 at 03:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
37
Avg list price:
$569,900
Min list price:
$349,000
Max list price:
$999,900
Avg days on market:
78
Min days on market:
5
Max days on market:
1,028
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$767.71
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in 1-Halifax Central. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.