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7,506 sqft

C$159,900

1 Lawrence Street, Amherst Nova Scotia, B4H3G4

Price per sqftN/A
Property size7,506 sqft
Lot size0.23 Acres
Property typeLand
Courtesy of Madison Neilly with RE/MAX Nova

Overview

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Listed Jul 30, 2026

Updated 2 days ago

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. (id:41202)

Courtesy of Madison Neilly with RE/MAX Nova

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