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Listed by Madison Neilly • RE/MAX Nova
$170,000
Est. payment /mo
7,506 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Commercial (Other)
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,506 sqft
Price per Sqft $22
MLS Listing ID 202619074
HOA Y/N No
Lot Size 10,053 Sqft
Acres 0.2308
Property Sub-Type Commercial (Other)
Source Nova Scotia
Property Description
An iconic piece of Amherst's history awaits its next chapter. Prominently positioned at 1 Lawrence Street, the former Amherst Jail is one of the town's most recognizable sandstone landmarks, offering exceptional character, architectural beauty, and outstanding redevelopment potential. Perfectly suited for adaptive reuse, this historic property offers endless possibilities for transformation into boutique apartments, loft-style residences, commercial space, a destination restaurant or café, professional offices, galleries, or a mixed-use development. With its timeless sandstone construction, striking architecture, and rich history, it provides the ideal foundation for a one-of-a-kind redevelopment project. Located in the heart of Amherst, this landmark property presents a unique opportunity to preserve an important piece of the town's heritage while creating something truly exceptional for the future. Whether your vision is residential, commercial, or a combination of both, this is a property where history, creativity, and opportunity come together.
Location
Province NS
County Cumberland
Area 101-Amherst, Brookdale, Warren
Region Northern Region
City Region Northern Region
Interior
Heating Hot Water
Flooring Concrete, Wood
Equipment No Rental Equipment
Fireplace No
Exterior
Utilities Available Natural Gas, Water Connected
View Y/N No
Roof Type Asphalt
Garage No
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Under 0.5 Acres
Story 3
Water Municipal
New Construction No
Others
Ownership Freehold
ParcelsYN No
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