This versatile 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Lakeside offers incredible Strategically located along the highly travelled St. Margaret’s Bay Road, this versatile commercial property at 1596 St. Margaret’s Bay Road offers exceptional visibility, accessibility, and flexibility for a wide range of business uses. Zoned C2 (General Business), the property allows for numerous commercial applications including retail, professional services, medical, personal service, office, and select light commercial uses, making it ideal for both owner-occupiers and investors. Positioned on a prominent corridor connecting the urban core to surrounding coastal communities, the site benefits from strong daily traffic counts and excellent exposure to both local and commuter traffic. The property offers convenient access, on-site parking, and a functional layout that can be adapted to suit a variety of business models. Located just minutes from the amenities of Halifax and surrounded by established neighbourhoods, this is a rare opportunity to secure a well-located commercial asset in a growing and supply-constrained market. Whether you’re looking to establish a flagship location, expand your business footprint, or add a flexible commercial property to your portfolio, this site offers long-term value and strong upside potential.
Highway 2 to Lakeside
Listing Sub-Area:
40-Timberlea, Prospect, St. Margaret's Bay
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Aluminium Siding, Vinyl
Year built:
1949
(Age: 77)
Age:
77
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
1,455 sq. ft.135 m2
Floor Area:
1,455 sq. ft.135 m2
Building Dimenions:
22.5x28+jog 21x11
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
6,151 sq. ft.571 m2
Zoning:
C-2
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Laminate, Tile
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full, Undeveloped, Walkout
Heating:
Baseboard, Furnace, Heat Pump -Ductless
Fuel:
Electric, Oil
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
Detached, Single
Garage Description:
Detached, Single
Parking Description:
Gravel, Parking Spaces, Single
Driveway:
Gravel, Parking Spaces(s), Single
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Foyer
9'3"2.82 m × 7'7"2.31 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
11'6"3.51 m × 10'1"3.07 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
9'11"3.02 m × 8'5"2.57 m
Main Floor
Living Room
22'5"6.83 m × 11'11"3.63 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
14'8"4.47 m × 9'11"3.02 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
9'11"3.02 m × 6'9"2.06 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
20'6"6.25 m × 11'1"3.38 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
14'4.27 m × 9'9"2.97 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'3"3.43 m × 9'9"2.97 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
5'3" x 6'4"
2nd Level
No
-
9'10" x 7'6"
2 Fridges, 2 stoves
None
Stove, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping
Data was last updated January 13, 2026 at 03:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
115
Avg list price:
$749,900
Min list price:
$275,000
Max list price:
$3,699,000
Avg days on market:
63
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
627
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$321.95
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
40-Timberlea, Prospect, St. Margaret's Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.