An income property opportunity is offered with a multitude of upgrades at 5 & 5A Marilyn Drive in Dartmouth. This side-by-side duplex is delivered completely vacant, allowing a buyer to immediately set 2026 market rents. Prior to recent renovations, the units generated rents of $2,400 and $2,600 per month, with tenants paying their own utility bills, currently reflecting a 7% cap rate. Operating expenses consist of approximately $2,600 per year for taxes and $3800 for insurance and maintenance. Power, heat, and water are separately metered for both units, minimizing landlord utility obligations. Each unit provides a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom layout with a partially finished basement and a paved driveway accommodating two cars. In 2026 the extensive upgrades in both units included the electrical systems with new breaker panels, GFI plugs, switches, outlets and modern light fixtures. A new chimney was built from the ground up in 2026. New luxury vinyl plank flooring across all three levels in both units was added in 2026. Both units were freshly painted with designer colors throughout and fresh paint on the four exterior entrances was also added in 2026. The main and upper levels have vinyl windows, four of which are new as of 2026. The roof is 12 years old. Outside features include one fully fenced yard, one partially fenced yard, a storage shed for 5A. This property is located on a very quiet street, close to the fast developing and bustling Downtown Dartmouth core. To add even more value, the property has ER-3 zoning and the potential to be subdivided into two separate lots/two separate units. (Buyer to confirm with HRM). See Features Sheet for full list of upgrades.
Portland St., Gaston Rd., to Marilyn
Listing Sub-Area:
12-Southdale, Manor Park
Property Type:
Multi-Family
Multi-Family Type:
Duplex
Title To Land:
Freehold
Building Dimenions:
27'8"x42'3"
Lot Size:
6,321 sq. ft.587 m2
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Commercial / Retail Space:
No
# of Rental Units / Occupied:
0
Year built:
1971
(Age: 55)
Age:
55
# Floors:
2
Exterior Finish:
Brick, Wood Siding
Foundation:
Concrete
Basement:
Full, Partially Developed
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Heating:
Forced Air
Fuel:
Oil
Parking:
Yes
Parking Description:
Two driveways - 2 cars can fit per unit
Driveway:
Double, Multiple Driveways, Paved
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Municipal
Num Units:
2
Num 3 Bed Units:
2
# Of Dryers:
1
# Of Fridges:
2
# Of Stoves:
2
# Of Washers:
1
Rental Income:
Yes
Appliances
Park, Public Transit, Shopping, Place of Worship
Range - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Data was last updated July 29, 2026 at 07:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
122
Avg list price:
$804,900
Min list price:
$349,900
Max list price:
$6,595,000
Avg days on market:
60
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
646
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and located in
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