Prestigious South End Century Home - Steps from Dalhousie University Welcome to 1577-1579 Vernon Street, a rare offering in one of Nova Scotia’s most coveted locations. Situated across the street from Dalhousie University, this grand century home blends timeless character with unmatched convenience. Set among mature trees on a quiet, highly sought-after street, this expansive property offers 8 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms across two large legal units. With soaring ceilings, detailed woodwork, and architectural charm throughout, the home has amazing bones and endless potential. Currently configured as two spacious units, the property offers flexibility: - Keep one unit for yourself while generating income from the other. - Continue as a proven income property with tremendous rental demand year after year. - Or, with minimal change, return it to a stunning single-family home of rare size and stature in Halifax’s South End. Additional highlights include: - Prime location steps from Dalhousie and walking distance to other Halifax universities, hospitals, top-ranked schools, shopping, public transit, restaurants, and downtown Halifax. - Strong rental history with fixed-term leases currently in place. - Off-street parking for multiple vehicles. - Two full sets of appliances. - Surrounded by some of the city’s most desirable residential streets. While the property shows some wear from years of student tenancy, the fundamentals are rock-solid. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a landmark home in one of the province’s most in-demand neighbourhoods.
From Robie Street, turn onto Coburg. From Coburg onto Vernon.
Listing Sub-Area:
2-Halifax South
Property Type:
Multi-Family
Multi-Family Type:
Duplex
Title To Land:
Freehold
Building Dimenions:
25' 9" x 41' 11"
Lot Size:
3,049 sq. ft.283 m2
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
# of Rental Units / Occupied:
2
Year built:
105
(Age: 1,920)
Age:
1920
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Foundation:
Concrete
Basement:
Fully Developed
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Ceramic, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Heating:
Baseboard, Radiator
Fuel:
Electric, Oil
Parking:
Yes
Parking Description:
off street parking behind building for multiple cars
Driveway:
Paved
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Num Units:
2
# Of Dryers:
2
# Of Fridges:
2
# Of Stoves:
2
# Of Washers:
2
Rental Income:
Yes
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Shopping, Place of Worship
Data was last updated September 14, 2025 at 01:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
12
Avg list price:
$1,562,000
Min list price:
$899,900
Max list price:
$3,045,000
Avg days on market:
157
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
933
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
2-Halifax South. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.