Built in 1889 by Dartmouth industrialist John F. Stairs, 4 John Street is a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with a story to tell. Originally constructed as a premium residence during the thriving era of the Dartmouth Ropeworks, the home remains connected to that history today. Directly across the street, Victoria Park is home to the Ropeworks Community Garden, established in 2013 and cared for by neighbourhood volunteers. A distinctive roofline and late-Victorian detailing create immediate character, while original hardwood floors and millwork have been thoughtfully preserved throughout the living room and dining room. Step inside to a welcoming main hallway leading into the bright, south-facing living room overlooking quiet John Street and Victoria Park. The spacious dining room offers plenty of room to gather and flows naturally into the well-configured kitchen, complete with ample storage, updated countertops, backsplash, and lighting. A convenient rear mudroom provides direct access to the oversized, fully fenced backyard. Up the newly refinished staircase, a generous landing connects three well-proportioned bedrooms and a charming 3-piece bathroom with clawfoot tub & view of the MacDonald Bridge. Downstairs, the full basement provides excellent space for laundry, utilities, and storage. Thoughtfully modernized while respecting its original character, the home features ductless heating and cooling, an efficient hot-water boiler supplying the original radiators, updated electrical, fresh paint, and meticulous craftsmanship throughout. Rich in history, beautifully maintained, and completely move-in ready, 4 John Street offers a rare opportunity to own a distinctive piece of Dartmouth in an exceptional location just minutes from shops, services, parks, restaurants, and everything downtown Dartmouth has to offer.
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Listing Sub-Area:
10-Dartmouth Downtown to Burnside
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Year built:
1889
(Age: 137)
Age:
137
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
1,078 sq. ft.100 m2
Floor Area:
1,078 sq. ft.100 m2
Building Dimenions:
20'7" x 28'5" + JOG
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
3,402 sq. ft.316 m2
Zoning:
ER-2
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle, Rolled
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full, Undeveloped
Heating:
Furnace, Heat Pump -Ductless, Hot Water, Radiator, Ductless Cooling
Fuel:
Electric, Oil
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
None
Parking Description:
Driveway
Driveway:
Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
13'8"4.17 m × 12'10"3.91 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'1"3.99 m × 9'3"2.82 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'1"3.99 m × 9'7"2.92 m
Main Floor
Mud Room
10'1"3.07 m × 5'10"1.78 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
13'1"3.99 m × 9'3"2.82 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
13'1"3.99 m × 9'8"2.95 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'2"3.40 m × 9'8"2.95 m
Basement
Storage
25'9"7.85 m × 18'5.49 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
2nd Level
No
-
7'9" x 5'1"
None
Range - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, Shopping, Place of Worship
Data was last updated September 24, 2026 at 09:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
19
Avg list price:
$509,900
Min list price:
$254,900
Max list price:
$949,000
Avg days on market:
41
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
147
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$370.21
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
10-Dartmouth Downtown to Burnside. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.