Property Attributes
- MLS#202517329
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CityRiver Bourgeois
- AreaHighland Region
- Postal CodeB0E 2X0
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1925
- Price$ 285,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1050
- Lot Size100 Acres
Data Source:
Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR)
Property Description
St. Peter’s area, 100-Acre Farm with Brook, Barn & old Homestead Welcome to a beautiful, historic farmstead offering approximately 100 acres of privacy and potential — just a short drive from both St. Peter’s and Port Hawkesbury, and only minutes to the local hospital. At the heart of the property is a year-round brook, a man-made pond, and a peaceful setting perfect for farming, homesteading, or creating a new rural business. The land features an old apple orchard, trails once used for horses, 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 was partially restored over 25 years ago to run a small business, and while the main level has been lived in, it now requires refurbishing. You can choose to restore the existing home or build your dream farmhouse in this incredible setting. Other features include: A large commercial-grade septic system A high-capacity drilled well producing 21 imperial gallons per minute A very private location at the end of a public road — the snowplow clears right to the driveway A former public road through the property that is no longer maintained or in use, enhancing your seclusion Whether you're looking to farm, create a horse property, run a rural business, or simply enjoy a peaceful life surrounded by nature, 1520 Back Road is a rare and special offering — a true gem in Cape Breton’s countryside.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| East Richmond Education Centre Elementary School | East Richmond Education Centre Middle School | Richmond Education Centre/ Academy High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Listed $285,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Stove |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected |
| Possession | Upon Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Zoning | rural |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Ownership | Freehold |
| Waterfront Features | Stream/Pond |
| Additional Parcels Description | 75109165 |
| County | Richmond |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | from Highway 4 turn left onto Back Rte Road, continue approx 5 kms to #1520 on left. |
| City | River Bourgeois |
| MLS Area | 305-Richmond County / St. Peters & Area |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4356000 |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| MLS Area Minor | N/A |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | true |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| High School | Richmond Education Centre/ Academy |
| Elementary School | East Richmond Education Centre |
| Legal Description | 100 acre farm |
| Tax Assessed Value | 312600 |
| Middle/Junior High School | East Richmond Education Centre |
| Construction Materials | Shingle Siding |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/ncb2-mOGepI?si=JICG2tCtiCec5y4r |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Community Features | School Bus Service |
| Other Structures | Deck,Barn(s) |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
Interior Features
| Basement | Crawl Space |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Softwood |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Dirt,Gravel |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Over 100 Acres,Softwood Bush |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 100 |
| Foundation Details | Other |
| Building Area Total | 1050 |
| Lot Size Acres | 100 |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Other Equipment | No Rental Equipment |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No Strata Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Information should be deemed reliable but not guaranteed, all representations are approximate, and individual verification is recommended. Copyright ©2017 All rights reserved.
The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS® and the REALTOR® logo are controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate professionals who are members of CREA. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by CREA and identify the quality of services
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating