New Year, New Opportunity! Welcome to 5 Poplar Drive — a flexible and open split-entry home packed with potential and possibilities. Offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property is ideal for buyers looking for their first home, investors searching for their next project, or homeowners who want a solid property they can enjoy as-is while planning future improvements. The main level features two spacious bedrooms, a bright living room, and access to a fully fenced backyard from the deck — perfect for kids, pets, or outdoor entertaining. Downstairs, you’ll find another bedroom, a large rec room, and a half bathroom, creating flexible space for extended family, a home office, or future rental potential. This home truly offers endless possibilities and the chance to make it your own. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer ready to put in some sweat equity or simply enjoy the property as is, an investor looking for a project, or someone seeking a property with income potential, this home delivers. With R-2 zoning, the options are plentiful — add units, split the upstairs and downstairs, or simply rent the property out and hold as a smart investment. Location is a major highlight. This property is within walking distance to transit, schools, and amenities, including Cole Harbour Plaza, and is just minutes from Forest Hills Plaza and Cole Harbour Place. Commuters will appreciate the quick access to the highway and the convenience of being less than 30 minutes from Downtown Halifax. With its great value, flexible layout, and prime location, 5 Poplar Drive is appealing for multiple uses and lifestyles. Opportunities like this don’t come around often — don’t miss your chance to unlock the full potential of this property. Book your showing today!
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Listing Sub-Area:
15-Forest Hills
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
Split Entry
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Year built:
1985
(Age: 41)
Age:
41
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Full Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
843 sq. ft.78.3 m2
Floor Area:
1,686 sq. ft.157 m2
Building Dimenions:
34.5 x 24.5
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
3,999 sq. ft.372 m2
Zoning:
R-2
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Laminate
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Fully Developed
Heating:
Baseboard, Stove
Fuel:
Electric, Wood
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
None
Parking Description:
Single paved + Street parking
Driveway:
Paved, Single
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
12'8"3.87 m × 11'2"3.41 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
11'4"3.44 m × 8'1"2.47 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
8'6"2.59 m × 5'11"1.80 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
9'1"2.77 m × 8'1"2.47 m
-jog
Main Floor
Primary Bedroom
13'2"4.02 m × 11'2"3.41 m
-jog
Lower Level
Bedroom
13'1"3.99 m × 11'5"3.47 m
Lower Level
Laundry
13'2"4.02 m × 11'4"3.44 m
-jog
Lower Level
Rec Room
23'1¼"7.04 m × 12'10"3.90 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
4'1" x 7'1"
Lower Level
No
-
6'4" x 7'1"
Air Exchanger, Wood Stove(s), See Remarks
Deck, Shed
Appliances
None
Range, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship, Beach
Cleared, Landscaped, Level, Fenced, Year Round Road
Data was last updated January 28, 2026 at 09:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
17
Avg list price:
$428,800
Min list price:
$179,900
Max list price:
$1,195,900
Avg days on market:
28
Min days on market:
8
Max days on market:
174
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$291.71
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
15-Forest Hills. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.