Where History and Elegance Meet: A South-End Halifax Icon. Nestled on one of Halifax’s most coveted streets, this landmark estate is a rare offering of presence, pedigree, and timeless design. Set along iconic Young Avenue, which stretches gracefully to the gates of Point Pleasant Park, the home is as steeped in history as it is in elegance. Originally constructed in 1898 and thoughtfully renovated, the residence blends the enduring grace of the Victorian era with modern comfort and function. Once the home of Captain William Squares deCarteret of the famed Cable Ship Minia, its story is woven into the fabric of Halifax’s rich heritage. Inside, a grand central hall sets a sophisticated tone, original leaded glass windows, rich hardwoods, and finely crafted millwork are a quiet homage to another era. The main floor offers a collection of elegant and welcoming spaces: a formal living room with a marble fireplace, a generous dining room with a second, a classic office with its own fireplace, and a cozy family/playroom tucked away for casual living. The kitchen is both hardworking and refined, complete with a butler’s pantry-perfect for entertaining or daily life. Upstairs, six beautifully proportioned bedrooms, three full baths, and a wide sunlit hallway offer a sense of calm and scale. Two separate, self-contained suites, each with private entrances, provide exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, or income-generating potential. Alternatively, this grand residence could be thoughtfully reimagined as a singular, stately family home-restoring it to its original purpose, with all the grace and grandeur it so effortlessly holds. Within walking distance to Halifax Grammar School, hospitals, the boutiques and restaurants of downtown, and the coastal trails of Point Pleasant Park, this is South-End living at its most polished and prestigious. Classic, curated, and truly irreplaceable welcome to the elegance of another era, reimagined for today.
Take South Park Street to Young Avenue
Listing Sub-Area:
2-Halifax South
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
3 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Year built:
1898
(Age: 127)
Age:
127
Bedrooms:
6
Bedrooms Above Grade:
6
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
3
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
8,727 sq. ft.811 m2
Floor Area:
8,988 sq. ft.835 m2
Building Dimenions:
44.3 x 70.8
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
9,884 sq. ft.918 m2
Zoning:
ER-2
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Other, Stone
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Hardwood
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Fully Developed, Walkout
Heating:
Baseboard, Furnace, Hot Water, Radiator
Fuel:
Oil, Propane
Utilities:
Electricity, High Speed Internet
Garage:
None
Garage Description:
None
Parking Description:
Circular, Paved Driveway
Driveway:
Circular, Parking Spaces(s), Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
OTHER
15'3"4.65 m × 14'1"4.29 m
Main Floor
Den/Office
20'9"6.32 m × 17'1"5.21 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
16'1"4.90 m × 11'11"3.63 m
Main Floor
Family Room
19'7"5.97 m × 17'5.18 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
24'6"7.47 m × 16'2"4.93 m
Main Floor
Living Room
35'7"10.80 m × 16'3"4.95 m
Main Floor
Mud Room
8'4"2.54 m × 5'9"1.75 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
13'7"4.14 m × 13'3.96 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
15'2"4.62 m × 11'11"3.63 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
17'1"5.21 m × 15'9"4.80 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
15'1"4.60 m × 15'4.57 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
22'2"6.76 m × 15'1"4.60 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
23'8"7.21 m × 16'2"4.93 m
2nd Level
OTHER
10'1"3.07 m × 8'2"2.49 m
2nd Level
OTHER
8'8"2.64 m × 5'6"1.68 m
2nd Level
OTHER
10'8"3.25 m × 5'11"1.80 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
5' x 7'5"
2nd Level
No
-
9'10" x 7'4"
2nd Level
Yes
-
9'3" x 12'6"
2nd Level
Yes
-
9'4" x 16'1"
Ensuite Bath, Secondary Suite, Fireplace(s)
Shed
Propane Tank
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, Shopping, Beach
Data was last updated September 13, 2025 at 05:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
85
Avg list price:
$814,900
Min list price:
$294,900
Max list price:
$6,990,000
Avg days on market:
65
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
609
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$613.75
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
2-Halifax South. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.