7,506 sq ft commercial sale in Amherst

Active$159,900

MLS® Listing#202626896 · Commercial Sale · Listed Oct 29, 2026

1 Lawrence Street, Amherst, NS B4H 3G4

Cumberland

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7,506Sq Ft

0.23Acre lot

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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.

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Property information

Property type: Commercial Sale
Living area: 7,506 Sq Ft
Lot size: 0.23 acres
Price / Sq Ft: $21
Days on market: 4
Stories: 3
Parcel number: 25500992
Zoning: N/A

Features

Heating: Hot Water
Flooring: Concrete · Wood
Parking: Paved
Roof: Asphalt
Construction: Stone
Sewer / Water: Public

$159,900List price

7,506Sq Ft

0.23Acre lot

3Stories

4 days agoOn market

$159,900

1 Lawrence Street

Amherst, NS B4H 3G4

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Property Information

Property type: Commercial Sale
Stories: 3
Living area: 7,506 Sq Ft
Lot size: 0.23 acres
Ownership: Freehold
Zoning: N/A
Days on market: 4
MLS^® Listing#: 202626896

Property Features

Heating: Hot Water
Flooring: Concrete · Wood
Parking: Paved
Construction: Stone
Roof: Asphalt
Utilities: Natural Gas Available · Water Connected
Water source: Public
Parcel number: 25500992

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HWY 104-EX IT 11 FOLLY LAKE/WENTWORTH-EXIT 104 W-EXIT 3-VICTORIA-LAWRENCE

Listing Courtesy: RE/MAX Nova (Halifax)

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