Listed price in listed location currency (CAD).
$170,000

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MLS® 202619074

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Key Facts

Type 
Levels Commercial Sale
Size 7506 sqft
Garage 
Taxes 
Days Active 10
Lot Size 0.2308 Acres
Approx. Age 
Avg. Price Per Sqft $22
MLS® Number 202619074

Property Address: 1 Lawrence St, Amherst, NS, B4H3G4

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

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.
MLS® Number202619074
Laundry Level
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
Garage
Approx. Age
Basement
DrivewayParking Spaces(s), Paved
Garage Spaces
HeatHot Water
A/C

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Price History

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For Sale

Jul 30, 2026List Date
$170,000List Price
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Starting Address
Destination Address
1 Lawrence St, Amherst, NS

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