For more information, please click the "More Information" button. Location truly sets this home apart. Situated just six minutes from Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park, you will enjoy easy access to world-class surf waves, the scenic Atlantic Trail, and peaceful Salt Marsh hikes. Porter’s Lake Provincial Park is only five minutes away, offering a freshwater lake with fishing, hiking, swimming, and a convenient boat launch. There is also shared access to Porter’s Lake on Crowell Road, located less than a five-minute walk from the property. Commuters will appreciate easy access to Highway 107 for travel into Halifax, while families benefit from being on the school bus route and just a ten-minute drive to the local elementary school. Welcome to 5 Melinda Avenue, a perfectly situated three-bedroom, one-bathroom split-entry home set on a generous 1.1-acre lot. Known as the gem of this quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood, this home has been lovingly cared for by its one and only owner, evident from the moment you step inside. The main level is filled with natural light from a large picture window in the living room, where a charming brick fireplace serves as a focal point. Additional light pours in through patio doors off the dining room, creating a bright, welcoming space. The eat-in kitchen features modern ceramic tile flooring, while carpeting continues down the hall to three well-sized bedrooms, one converted into a cozy sitting room. A full bathroom completes the main level. The lower level offers a laundry room, spacious recreation room with a wood stove, an office, and a partially finished area with future potential. Wired for an alarm system, fibre internet and telephone, electric hot water, and zoned electric baseboard heating. This south-facing home is surrounded by natural woodland, landscaped yard, shrubs, and established perennial gardens. The private backyard is ideal for playtime or barbecues. Spotless, well maintained, and move-in ready.
Take Hwy NS-107 East to Exit 19 toward NS-207/West Porters Lake/Lawrencetown. In 500 m turn Right onto West Porters Lake Road. In 6.3 km turn Right onto Melinda Avenue. Destination is on the Right.
Listing Sub-Area:
31-Lawrencetown, Lake Echo, Porters Lake
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Estate Sale
Home Style:
Split Entry
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Year built:
1980
(Age: 46)
Age:
46
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
1,092 sq. ft.101 m2
Floor Area:
1,638 sq. ft.152 m2
Building Dimenions:
42 feet x 26 feet
Prop Size:
1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Size:
1.1 acre(s)0.45 hectare(s)
Zoning:
RR-1
Water Supply:
Drilled Well
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Ceramic, Concrete, Vinyl
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full
Heating:
Baseboard, Fireplace, Stove
Fuel:
Electric, Wood
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Data was last updated February 2, 2026 at 09:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
24
Avg list price:
$571,750
Min list price:
$209,900
Max list price:
$1,775,000
Avg days on market:
38
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
333
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$336.29
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
31-Lawrencetown, Lake Echo, Porters Lake. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.