Welcome to Essex Drive in the heart of Herring Cove, where ocean views, space, and everyday convenience come together beautifully. This meticulously maintained 4-bedroom side split offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality, beginning with the charming covered front porch — an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind while taking in the neighbourhood energy. The main level features a bright eat-in kitchen with access to the back deck, a formal dining room perfect for hosting, and an inviting living room with a cozy fireplace. Just a few steps down, the sunken family room with a wood stove creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, complemented by a convenient two-piece bath, laundry area, and direct access to the attached garage. Upstairs, you’ll find four well-sized bedrooms — a rare and highly desirable layout — including a spacious primary retreat complete with an ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, and an additional tucked-away bonus space ideal for a home office, dressing room, or private flex area. A full main bathroom on this level provides added convenience for family and guests. From upstairs, enjoy beautiful natural light and views of the shipping lanes leading into Halifax Harbour. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, ductless heat pumps for efficient year-round comfort, and the peace of mind of municipal water and sewer. Perfectly positioned and walking distance from local schools, Pavia Café & Gallery, and Herring Cove Look-Off Provincial Park, this location offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to lakes, oceanfront walking trails, and public transit. This is the kind of home that delivers not just a place to live, but a way of life.
Herring Cove Road turns to Ketch Harbour Road, left on to View Royal Drive, Right on to Essex Drive.
Listing Sub-Area:
8-Armdale/Purcell's Cove/Herring Cove
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
Side Split
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Year built:
1989
(Age: 37)
Age:
37
Bedrooms:
4
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
2
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
2,732 sq. ft.254 m2
Floor Area:
2,732 sq. ft.254 m2
Building Dimenions:
Irregular
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
6,299 sq. ft.585 m2
Zoning:
HCR
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Foundation:
Poured Concrete, Slab
Floor Finish:
Ceramic, Hardwood, Laminate
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Heat Pump -Ductless
Fuel:
Electric
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
Attached, Double
Garage Description:
Double attached
Driveway:
Double, Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Foyer
9'6"2.90 m × 6'3"1.91 m
Main Floor
Living Room
22'10"6.96 m × 13'3.96 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'2"4.01 m × 12'3.66 m
Main Floor
Eat In Kitchen
13'2"4.01 m × 11'8"3.56 m
+ 8'4 x 17'3
Main Floor
Family Room
18'1"5.51 m × 13'7"4.14 m
Main Floor
Rec Room
13'2"4.01 m × 12'7"3.84 m
Main Floor
Laundry
8'5"2.57 m × 8'1"2.46 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
17'6"5.33 m × 13'1"3.99 m
2nd Level
OTHER
10'5"3.18 m × 9'2.74 m
(off primary)
2nd Level
OTHER
23'9"7.24 m × 9'10"3.00 m
(off primary)
2nd Level
Bedroom
12'9"3.89 m × 10'10"3.30 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
12'9"3.89 m × 11'10"3.61 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
10'7"3.23 m × 9'9"2.97 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
7'5" x 5'1"
2nd Level
Yes
-
8' x 8'5"
2nd Level
No
-
9' x 7'5"
Ensuite Bath, Wood Stove(s), Electric Fireplace
Deck
Appliances
None
Oven, Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave Rng Hd Combo, Refrigerator
Park, Playground, Public Transit, Recreation Center, School Bus Service, Beach
Data was last updated February 18, 2026 at 03:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
33
Avg list price:
$469,900
Min list price:
$249,900
Max list price:
$2,299,000
Avg days on market:
41
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
289
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$381.72
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
8-Armdale/Purcell's Cove/Herring Cove. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.