4 John Street

Dartmouth, NS B3A 1L4

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Summary

Beds
3
Baths
1
Single Family
1,078 sq ft
Storeys
3

Built in 1889 by Dartmouth industrialist John F. Stairs, 4 John Street is a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with a story to tell. Originally constructed as a premium residence during the thriving era of the Dartmouth Ropeworks, the home remains connected to that history today. Directly across the street, Victoria Park is home to the Ropeworks Community Garden, established in 2013 and cared for by neighbourhood volunteers. A distinctive roofline and late-Victorian detailing create immediate character, while original hardwood floors and millwork have been thoughtfully preserved throughout the living room and dining room. Step inside to a welcoming main hallway leading into the bright, south-facing living room overlooking quiet John Street and Victoria Park. The spacious dining room offers plenty of room to gather and flows naturally into the well-configured kitchen, complete with ample storage, updated countertops, backsplash, and lighting. A convenient rear mudroom provides direct access to the oversized, fully fenced backyard. Up the newly refinished staircase, a generous landing connects three well-proportioned bedrooms and a charming 3-piece bathroom with clawfoot tub & view of the MacDonald Bridge. Downstairs, the full basement provides excellent space for laundry, utilities, and storage. Thoughtfully modernized while respecting its original character, the home features ductless heating and cooling, an efficient hot-water boiler supplying the original radiators, updated electrical, fresh paint, and meticulous craftsmanship throughout. Rich in history, beautifully maintained, and completely move-in ready, 4 John Street offers a rare opportunity to own a distinctive piece of Dartmouth in an exceptional location just minutes from shops, services, parks, restaurants, and everything downtown Dartmouth has to offer.

Property Details

Property StyleResidential
ZoningER-2
Building Style2 Storey
Structure StyleDetached
UtilitiesCable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
RoofAsphalt Shingle, Rolled
FlooringHardwood, Vinyl Plank
BasementFull, Undeveloped
DrivewayPaved
FoundationPoured Concrete
ExteriorWood Shingles, Wood Siding
Heating TypeFurnace, Heat Pump -Ductless, Hot Water, Radiator, Ductless Cooling
Fuel TypeElectric, Oil
Water SourceMunicipal
SewageMunicipal
Building Age137 Years
Year Built1889
Land FeaturesLandscaped, Fenced, Year Round Road

Measurements

Main Living Area1,078 sq ft
Total Living Area1,078 sq ft
Lot Size 13,400 sq ft
Total Lot Size3,400 sq ft
Building Dimensions20’ × 28’
Property SizeUnder 0.5 Acres
Floor Room Dimensions
Main Floor Living Room 12’ × 13’
Main Floor Dining Room 9’ × 13’
Main Floor Kitchen 9’ × 13’
Main Floor Mud Room 10’ × 5’
2nd Level Bath 1 7’ × 5’
2nd Level Primary Bedroom 9’ × 13’
2nd Level Bedroom 9’ × 13’
2nd Level Bedroom 11’ × 9’
Basement Storage 18’ × 25’

Features

  • Driveway
  • Garage
  • Landscaped
Appliances IncludedRange - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator

Location Details

CountyHalifax
DistrictDartmouth Downtown to Burnside
Community FeaturesPark, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, Shopping, Place Of Worship
Schools
  • Bicentennial School
  • Bicentennial School
  • Dartmouth High School

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