256 Dyke Road
Summary
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Beds
2
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Baths
2
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Single Family
1,092 sq ft
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Storeys
2
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Nestled on a private 2.24-acre lot in the seaside community of Cow Bay, this beautifully updated bungalow offers the perfect mix of comfort, space, and future potential—just minutes from Dartmouth amenities, Rainbow Haven Beach, and the Salt Marsh Trail. Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting layout featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and the possibility for an easy 3-bedroom/in-law suite conversion. The home has seen numerous upgrades including refreshed kitchen cabinetry and appliances, updated flooring, upgraded windows, fresh paint, modern lighting and ceiling fans throughout, plus updated plumbing and electrical with upgraded 200-amp service and generator panel. The walkout basement is partially developed with one finished room already drywalled and painted, offering endless possibilities for additional living space, a rec room, gym, or home office. Outside, the property truly shines with a large fenced area with double gates, a detached 24’x28’ garage with an updated roof, and a spacious rear deck complete with a ramp. Additional updates include septic system (2019), pressure tank (2023), water treatment equipment, blown-in attic insulation, updated bath, and much more.
Property Details
| Property Style | Residential |
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| Zoning | RA |
| Building Style | Bungalow |
| Structure Style | Detached |
| Structures | Deck, Shed |
| Utilities | Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Flooring | Ceramic, Hardwood, Vinyl |
| Basement | Full, Partially Developed, Walkout |
| Garage Type | Detached, Double, Wired |
| Driveway | Paved, Other |
| Foundation | Block Concrete, Poured Concrete |
| Exterior | Vinyl |
| Heating Type | Baseboard, Forced Air, Furnace |
| Fuel Type | Electric, Oil |
| Water Source | Drilled Well |
| Sewage | Septic |
| Building Age | 49 Years |
| Year Built | 1977 |
| Land Features | Cleared, Partially Cleared, Partially Fenced, Wooded/Treed |
Measurements
| Main Living Area | 1,092 sq ft |
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| Total Living Area | 1,092 sq ft |
| Lot Size 1 | 97,574 sq ft |
| Total Lot Size | 97,574 sq ft |
| Building Dimensions | 42’ × 26’ |
| Lot Size Source | Land Reg |
| Property Size | 1 To 2.99 Acres |
| Floor | Room | Dimensions |
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| Main Floor | Porch | 17’ × 7’ |
| Main Floor | Laundry/Bath | 7’ × 7’ |
| Main Floor | Kitchen | 12’ × 15’ |
| Main Floor | Living Room | 12’ × 17’ |
| Main Floor | Primary Bedroom | 15’ × 12’ |
| Main Floor | Bedroom | 9’ × 10’ |
| Basement | Utility | 12’ × 32’ |
| Basement | Rec Room | 11’ × 31’ |
| Basement | Ensuite Bath 1 | 4’ × 12’ |
Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Driveway
- Garage
- Gym
| Appliances Included | Range - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Washer/Dryer Combo, Water Softener |
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| Other Features | Balcony, Generator Panel |
Location Details
| County | Halifax |
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| District | Dartmouth Woodside, Eastern Passage, Cow Bay |
| Community Features | Golf Course, Park, Playground, School Bus Service, Shopping, Marina, Place Of Worship, Beach |
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