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  • C$285,000

    1520 Back Rd, Richmond, NS B0E 2X0

    4beds
    1,050sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    100 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    C$271/sqft
    C$-- HOA

    What's special

    Year-round brookMan-made pondOld apple orchardSolid elevated parking area
    St. Peter’s area, 100-Acre Farm with Brook, Barn & old Homestead Welcome to a beautiful, historic farmstead offeringapproximately 100 acres of privacy and potential — just a short drive from both St. Peter’s and Port Hawkesbury, and onlyminutes to the local hospital. At the heart of the property is a year-round brook, a man-made pond, and a peaceful settingperfect for farming, homesteading, or creating a new rural business. The land features an old apple orchard, trails once used forhorses, and a solid, elevated parking area near the house that’s currently grown in with grass but still accessible and practical.A large 40x80 barn sits on the land, full of character and history, ready for restoration or repurposing. The old farmhouse waspartially restored over 25 years ago to run a small business, and while the main level has been lived in, it now requiresrefurbishing. You can choose to restore the existing home or build your dream farmhouse in this incredible setting. Otherfeatures include: A large commercial-grade septic system A high-capacity drilled well producing 21 imperial gallons per minuteA very private location at the end of a public road — the snowplow clears right to the driveway A former public road through theproperty that is no longer maintained or in use, enhancing your seclusion Whether you're looking to farm, create a horseproperty, run a rural business, or simply enjoy a peaceful life surrounded by nature, 1520 Back Road is a rare and specialoffering — a true gem in Cape Breton’s countryside.
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    Listed by:

    Sherry MacLeod,

    Cape Breton Realty Brokerage

    Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202517346MLS LogoOriginating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 180
      • Dimensions: 12 x 15
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 180
      • Dimensions: 12 x 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 10 x 12
      Bathroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 10 x 11
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 70
      • Dimensions: 7 x 10
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 130
      • Dimensions: 10 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 126
      • Dimensions: 9 x 14
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 315
      • Dimensions: 15 x 21
      Heating
      • Stove
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Master Downstairs
      • Flooring: Softwood
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,050
      • Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,050
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Dirt, Gravel
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 100 Acres
      • Features: Over 100 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Barn Type 1(Barn), Barn Dimensions 1(40' X 80')
      • Additional parcels included: 75109165
      • Parcel number: 75228452
      • Zoning: rural
      • Other equipment: No Rental Equipment

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Other
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Richmond

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: C$271/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: C$312,600
      • Price range: C$285K - C$285K
      • Date on market: 7/11/2025
      • Ownership: Freehold
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      Sherry MacLeod

      Sherry MacLeod

      (902) 227-7533

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        1/8/2026ContingentC$285,000C$271/sqft
        Source: NSAR #202517346 Report a problem
        7/11/2025Listed for saleC$285,000C$271/sqft
        Source: NSAR #202517329 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: B0E

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        15 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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