Prestigious South End Century Home - Steps from Dalhousie University Welcome to 1577-1579 Vernon Street, a rare offering in one of Nova Scotia’s most coveted locations. Situated across the street from Dalhousie University, this grand century home blends timeless character with unmatched convenience. Set among mature trees on a quiet, highly sought-after street, this expansive property offers 8 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms across two large legal units. With soaring ceilings, detailed woodwork, and architectural charm throughout, the home has amazing bones and endless potential. Currently configured as two spacious units, the property offers flexibility: - Keep one unit for yourself while generating income from the other. - Continue as a proven income property with tremendous rental demand year after year. - Or, with minimal change, return it to a stunning single-family home of rare size and stature in Halifax’s South End. Additional highlights include: - Prime location steps from Dalhousie, hospitals, top-ranked schools, public transit, restaurants, and downtown Halifax. - Strong rental history with fixed-term leases currently in place. - Off-street parking for multiple vehicles. - Two full sets of appliances. - Surrounded by some of the city’s most desirable residential streets. While the property shows some wear from years of student tenancy, the fundamentals are rock-solid. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a landmark home in one of the province’s most in-demand neighbourhoods.
From Robie Street, turn onto Coburg. From Coburg, on to Vernon.
Listing Sub-Area:
2-Halifax South
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Duplex
Residential Style:
Over-Under
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2.5 Storey, 3 Level, Other, Apartment
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Year built:
105
(Age: 1,920)
Age:
1920
Bedrooms:
8
Bedrooms Above Grade:
6
Bedrooms Below Grade:
2
Full Bathrooms:
4
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
2,443 sq. ft.227 m2
Floor Area:
2,709 sq. ft.252 m2
Building Dimenions:
25' 9" x 41' 11"
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
2,879 sq. ft.267 m2
Zoning:
ER-3
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Ceramic, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Fully Developed
Heating:
Baseboard, Radiator
Fuel:
Electric, Oil
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
None
Parking Description:
off street parking behind building for multiple cars
Driveway:
Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'6"3.20 m × 8'11"2.72 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'3.05 m × 8'11"2.72 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
11'9"3.58 m × 10'8"3.25 m
Main Floor
Living Room
16'2"4.93 m × 11'9"3.58 m
Main Floor
Primary Bedroom
11'9"3.58 m × 9'10"3.00 m
Main Floor
Storage
8'9"2.67 m × 2'5".74 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
10'11"3.33 m × 8'10"2.69 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
10'5"3.18 m × 8'10"2.69 m
2nd Level
Kitchen
11'9"3.58 m × 10'9"3.28 m
2nd Level
Living Room
16'2"4.93 m × 11'8"3.56 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
11'9"3.58 m × 9'9"2.97 m
3rd Level
Rec Room
20'4"6.20 m × 15'6"4.72 m
Basement
Bedroom
13'4"4.06 m × 11'10"3.61 m
Basement
Bedroom
12'2"3.71 m × 10'4"3.15 m
Basement
Rec Room
25'6"7.77 m × 15'7"4.75 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
8'11" x 5'9"
2nd Level
No
-
8'10" x 5'11"
3rd Level
No
-
8'7" x 9'4"
Basement
No
-
6'11" x 5'11"
Deck
None
Stove, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship
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.