Opportunity awaits at 1038 George Street! Centrally located in Sydney, this spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers plenty of room, endless possibilities, and incredible potential for the right buyer. With a little love and personal touch, this property could be transformed into something truly special! The main level offers flexible living space, including a fifth bedroom that was previously used as a dining room. This versatile space could easily be converted back into a formal dining room, home office, cozy den, or even a convenient main floor laundry room. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing plenty of space for a growing family. Six newly installed heat pumps add comfort and efficiency throughout the home. Step outside to discover a large, private backyard with plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or letting the kids run and play. The property also features two separate driveways, including one with access from Colby St., a quiet dead end street, offering added convenience and easy access to the property. With its generous outdoor space, there is plenty of room for an additional dwelling or income property, subject to municipal approvals. Location is another great feature! Situated along a bus route and just minutes from downtown Sydney, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, and Hwy 125, this property offers convenient access to everything Sydney has to offer. Whether you're looking for a spacious family home, an investment opportunity, or a property you can make your own, 1038 George Street offers the space, location, and potential to bring your vision to life.
Corner of George and Colby
Listing Sub-Area:
201-Sydney
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Wood Siding
Bedrooms:
5
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Full Bathrooms:
2
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
752 sq. ft.69.9 m2
Floor Area:
752 sq. ft.69.9 m2
Building Dimenions:
29.5 X 25.5 + 14.5 X 5 + 12 X 5.5
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
8,542 sq. ft.794 m2
Zoning:
UR2
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Laminate, Vinyl Plank
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full, Undeveloped
Heating:
Furnace, Heat Pump -Ductless
Fuel:
Oil
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage Description:
Large shed in back yard
Parking Description:
Two entry driveways George & Colby St.
Driveway:
Dirt, Gravel, Multiple Driveways
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Kitchen
14'4.27 m × 12'6"3.81 m
Main Floor
Family Room
13'6"4.11 m × 13'6"4.11 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'5"3.47 m × 9'10"2.99 m
Main Floor
Sun Room
13'6"4.11 m × 5'1.52 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
12'7"3.84 m × 11'6"3.51 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
12'6"3.81 m × 11'6"3.51 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'7"3.54 m × 8'7"2.62 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'7"3.54 m × 8'6"2.59 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
11'6" x 3'10"
2nd Level
No
-
6'1" x 5'
Shed
None
Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship
Data was last updated October 14, 2026 at 07:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
82
Avg list price:
$250,000
Min list price:
$79,000
Max list price:
$1,049,900
Avg days on market:
55
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
512
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$180.62
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
201-Sydney. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.