Home with brick exterior material, street for 186 Freshwater Trail, Dartmouth Nova Scotia B2W 0A5
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186 Freshwater Trail, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2W 0A5

Detached
5
4 + 1
~3847 sqft
$1,199,000
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5
4 + 1
~3847 sqft

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Days on market16 hours

Estimated valueNot available

Price/Sqft$311/sqft

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Description

Welcome to 186 Freshwater Trail, a hidden gem nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after community of Russell Lake West. Experience the charm and tranquility of cottage living without ever leaving the city. This exceptional lakefront home offers 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and an attached double garage, combining timeless elegance, thoughtful design, and modern efficiency in one remarkable package. Built as a certified R-2000 home, this property is designed for year-round comfort and energy efficiency. Step inside from the welcoming covered front porch into a bright and inviting living room. The formal dining room showcases beautiful views of Russell Lake, creating the perfect setting for family dinners and special occasions. Sliding pocket doors lead to the open-concept kitchen, thoughtfully designed with ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a sunny breakfast nook for casual meals. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and a luxurious ensuite featuring a jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The fully finished lower level expands the home’s versatility with a fifth bedroom, a large recreation room boasting impressive 10-foot ceilings, a wet bar perfect for entertaining, a full bathroom, and abundant storage space. A convenient walk-out leads to the patio and an all-weather pathway to your private dock, where you can enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply taking in the peaceful waterfront setting. Recent updates include washer dryer (2025), a refrigerator (2025), a shed (2025), a heat pump (2022) and a deck (2020), ensuring this home is move-in ready. Ideally located close to public transit, excellent schools, parks, walking trails, and a wide variety of shopping and amenities, 186 Freshwater Trail offers a rare opportunity to enjoy premium lakefront living in one of Dartmouth’s most desirable neighbourhoods.


Property Details

StyleOther
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Age of property2008
SqFt~3847 SqFt
Lot Size-
Parking Spaces4
MLS ®Number202617150
Community NameRussell Lake
Data SourceNSAR
Listing byLPT Realty ULC

Features

Heating: Heat Pump
Central Vacuum
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Main Floor Floor

Dining Room

13 x 11

Kitchen

13 x 11

Dining Nook

13 x 8.5

Family Room

16.8 x 14.8


Features

Patio: Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage spaces 2

Garage type -

Other parking spaces 2

Total parking spaces 4


Property History

Jul 10, 2026
ListedActive
$1,199,000
16 hours on market
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Listing by nsar®
Property listed by LPT Realty ULC, Brokerage
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Market Data - Russell Lake

Geo Zone Map ThumbnailRussell Lake

Seller's Market

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Detached house - for the past 30 days

Buyer's market Seller's market

Avg. Days on Market

Past 30 days

102 days

Compared to

2025

42 days

2024

15 days

New Listings

Past 30 days

2 listings

Compared to

2025

2 listings

2024

3 listings

Units sold

Past 30 days

1 unit

Compared to

2025

1 unit

2024

2 units

Median Sold Price

Past 30 days

$610,000

Compared to

2025

$530,000

2024

$643,250


Population and Demographics

Overview

Total population 2495
Average household income $113,743

Age (%)

0 to 19
15%
20 to 34
14%
35 to 49
15%
50 to 64
20%
65 and plus
36%

Household composition (%)

Single family
57%
Single person
38%
Multi person
4%
Multi family
0%

Mother tongue (%)

English
91%
French
3%
Others
3%
Arabic
1%

House tenancy (%)

Renters
58%
Owners
42%

What’s nearby?Essentials within 5 km

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