42 Macrae Ave Avenue, Sydney River
Welcome to 42 MacRae Avenue, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offering over 2,500 sq. ft. of finished living space in the heart of Sydney River. The versatile lower level functions as a second living unit, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income potential. The main level features a bright kitchen with a walk-in pantry, double wall oven, and dishwasher. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the main bathroom includes a double vanity, separate shower, and Jacuzzi tub. Recent updates include a new propane boiler, on-demand hot water system, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and four heat pumps installed in 2026 for efficient year-round comfort. Enjoy your private backyard oasis featuring a heated 18' x 36' in-ground pool, a 24' x 14' wired pool house with running water and a half bathroom, a 28' x 20' wired detached garage with its own 100amp service, pool shed, woodshed, paved driveway, and a large fenced backyard perfect for children, pets, and entertaining. Located within walking distance of the Sydney River shopping district and the Sydney River Tennis Club, and just minutes from downtown Sydney, the new NSCC Waterfront Campus, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the new Cancer Centre, and only 10 minutes to Cape Breton University and the new medical school. This exceptional property offers space, flexibility, and an unbeatable location. (id:1945)
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Property details for 42 Macrae Ave Avenue, Sydney River
- Type
- Residential
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Living Area
- 2,547 square feet
- Lot Size
- 0.2746
- Stories
- 2
- Parking
- Detached Garage, Garage, Paved Yard
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric, Propane, Hot Water, Ductless
- Cooling
- Wall unit, Air Conditioned
- Exterior
- Vinyl
- Ownership
- Freehold
Nearby Listings Stat
Estimated price and comparable properties near 42 Macrae Ave Avenue
Active Listings
2
Min Price
$589,000
Max Price
$749,000
Avg Price
$669,000
Days on Market
88
days
Sold Listings
0
Min Sold Price
$N/A
Max Sold Price
$N/A
Avg Sold Price
$N/A
Days until Sold
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Neighbourhood Census Data
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia / Nouvelle-Écosse
Population
546
Median Age
48.9
Median Income
$35,627
Dwelling Value
$179,906
Housing Tenure
Owners 67%
Renters 33%
Age Distribution
Dwelling Types
Commute Mode
Education Level
Housing Age
Commute Duration
Avg Household Size: 2.2
Pop. Density: 635.5/km²
Avg Shelter Cost: $876/mo
Owners with Mortgage: 54.5%
Owners Spending 30%+: 12.1%
Tenants Spending 30%+: 41.2%
English only: 92.7%
English and French: 7.3%
Median Household Income: $66,176
Median Employment Income: $35,200
Price History
Listed
July 1, 2026
by RE/MAX Park Place Inc.
Current Price
$589,000
-1.7% from last change
Type
Residential
For Sale
Price Changes
2
| Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Current | $589,000 | $10,000 (-1.7%) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | $599,000 | $40,000 (-6.3%) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $639,000 | Listed |
