78 GLENFOREST Drive
Summary
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Beds
4
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Baths
2
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Single Family
2,026 sq ft
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Storeys
2
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Welcome to 78 Glenforest Drive, a beautifully updated home offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and nature-connected living in one of Halifax’s most desirable communities. Backing onto a peaceful greenbelt with a gentle brook beyond, this property delivers rare privacy while being just minutes from the Peninsula, and within walking distance to schools, parks, and everyday amenities. Thoughtfully renovated, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features a bright, flexible layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with sun-filled main living spaces, an updated kitchen designed for function and flow, and a spa-inspired main bath creating a calm retreat. The fully finished walkout lower level expands your options with a spacious family room, kitchenette area, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath, making it perfect for extended family, guests, or teens, with seamless access to the backyard. Recent upgrades include a new fridge (2026), custom BBQ deck with privacy wall and stone patio (2025), new basement flooring (2024), and added attic insulation for improved energy efficiency, all complemented by heating and cooling systems for year-round comfort. Outside, the landscaped yard invites you to relax and entertain while enjoying the natural surroundings, and the carport offers added convenience with a functional workshop space ideal for projects, storage, or hobby use. Located in a family-friendly neighbourhood known for its green spaces, trails, and strong community feel, this move-in ready home offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity with the perfect balance of city convenience and quiet retreat.
Property Details
| Property Style | Residential |
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| Zoning | R1 |
| Building Style | Split Entry |
| Structure Style | Detached |
| Structures | Deck, Shed |
| Utilities | Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone, Other |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Flooring | Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Tile |
| Basement | Full, Fully Developed, Walkout |
| Garage Type | Carport |
| Driveway | Paved |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
| Exterior | Brick, Vinyl, Wood Siding |
| Heating Type | Baseboard, Heat Pump -Ductless, Hot Water, Ductless Cooling |
| Fuel Type | Electric, Propane |
| Water Source | Municipal |
| Sewage | Municipal |
| Building Age | 61 Years |
| Year Built | 1965 |
| Land Features | Landscaped, Level, Partially Fenced, Rolling, Stream/Pond |
Measurements
| Main Living Area | 1,067 sq ft |
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| Total Living Area | 2,026 sq ft |
| Lot Size 1 | 6,300 sq ft |
| Total Lot Size | 6,300 sq ft |
| Building Dimensions | 29’ × 36’6” |
| Lot Size Source | Land Reg |
| Property Size | Under 0.5 Acres |
| Floor | Room | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Floor | Foyer | 6’ |
| Main Floor | Living Room | 16’ |
| Main Floor | Kitchen | 14’ |
| Main Floor | Bath 1 | 14’ |
| Main Floor | Dining Room | 9’ |
| Main Floor | Primary Bedroom | 11’ |
| Main Floor | Bedroom | 12’ |
| Lower Level | Rec Room | 23’ |
| Lower Level | Bedroom | 10’ |
| Lower Level | Bedroom | 11’ |
| Lower Level | Bath 2 | 9’ |
| Lower Level | Laundry | 6’ |
| Lower Level | Utility | 9’ |
Features
- Deck
- Driveway
- Fireplace
- Garage
- Hot Tub
- Landscaped
| Appliances Included | Stove, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Combo, Microwave Rng Hd Combo, Refrigerator |
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| Other Features | Hot Tub, Propane Fireplace |
Location Details
| County | Halifax |
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| District | Fairmount, Clayton Park, Rockingham |
| Community Features | Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Place Of Worship |
| Schools |
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Contact Agent
Michael Sears
C.Mgr.; P.Mgr.; C.I.M.; CD
michael.sears@ververealty.ca
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