Beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, with off-street parking for 1 large vehicle, basement storage, private deck, and pet friendly apartment on Joseph Howe Drive near Springvale Ave.   Available June 1st   This main floor flat is full of character! Hardwood floors throughout, new windows, lighting, appliances, washer/dryer, parking spot, gas heating, huge basement for storage and additional space, large walkout private deck, and backyard space. A second parking space available for free on neighbouring street.   This main floor flat has a separate front door and side entrance access from your private deck. You will not run out of storage with your large private front entry closet, pantry next to kitchen, sideboard in kitchen, floor to ceiling built-in cabinets in bedroom and large bedroom closet, and entire basement with private laundry room.  *Tenants can lock the laundry room for storage of larger items (tires, bicycles, equipment, seasonal items).   Primary bedroom is spacious with room for queen- or king-sized bed. Second bedroom is suitable for a large office space or single living space.   This flat is centrally located in the coveted Fairmount neighbourhood, incredibly safe/family friendly, and steps away from Chain of Lakes Trail where you can enjoy walking (especially with a dog), running, and biking. The trail is well maintained throughout the year. It’s conveniently located to get anywhere while avoiding horrible bridge traffic. Located within walking distance to Sobeys, Halifax Shopping Centre, and Joe Howe Superstore. You’ll have direct access to 102 Bi-Hi, Armdale Rotary, Chocolate Lake, Dingle Park, Long-Lake, Bayer’s Lake. If you enjoy cycling, it’s a 15-20-minute ride to Dalhousie Campus/ QEII/ IWK. There are numerous bus stops within steps of your front door.   A young professional couple lives upstairs and they have a friendly rescue dog from Turkey. They are incredibly kind and quiet people. The outdoor space has great potential for creating a beautiful space or vegetable garden. Unit includes parking spot for 1 large vehicle, with additional free parking available on a side street. Off-street parking for additional car could be negotiated during winter parking bans.   Rent is $2,450 with water included. Bell Fibre Internet for additional $55. Tenant pays gas and electricity. Newly updated efficient gas heating source.   Looking for professional and respectful long-term tenant(s) who will treat this flat as their own. Non-smokers and non-vapers only. Pets are welcome – must be approved beforehand. No bias against breed or size, looking for responsible owners and a well-behaved pet. References will be required.   If interested, please provide a brief description about yourself and profession. Messages asking “is this available” will not be answered!