This is the one you’ve been waiting for. A gracious, character-filled home where high ceilings, archways, a decorative fireplace, grand foyer, butler stairs and an inviting front porch speak to an earlier era of Hamilton architecture, while thoughtful updates have allowed the home to evolve beautifully for modern family life. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers generous principal rooms, original details and wonderful flexibility. The main floor features a spacious living room with decorative fireplace and room for a grand piano, plus a second sitting area that could easily serve as a family room, dining room or additional living space. The eat-in kitchen is complemented by a bright rear room ideal for dining or a home office, with a cozy fireplace, walkout to the large deck and beautifully landscaped backyard. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with hardwood flooring adding warmth throughout. Original character shines through in the beautiful front door and welcoming porch overlooking the landscaped grounds. Outdoor spaces are designed for both enjoyment and easy care, with interlock, garden beds, river rock, stepping stones and private rear parking. Important updates include dishwasher (2026), rear dining room roof (2024), washer/dryer (2023), sump pump, porch roof, chimney work and city water main (2020), hardwood flooring, kitchen updates, rebuilt and reinforced main staircase, rear staircase improvements, structural reinforcement in the rear dining room and replacement of all interior doors (2019/20), paving and landscaping (2017/18), fencing (2016), and downspout improvements and foundation repointing (2014). A wonderful opportunity to own a character-filled home in one of Hamilton’s most established and walkable historic neighbourhoods, close to parks, trails, Locke Street and James Street South. Surrounded by mature streets, beautiful architecture and a truly connected community. (id:2493)
Property Type:
Single Family
Common Interest:
Freehold
Property Attached:
No
Total Living Area:
2,000 sq. ft.186 m2
Finished Area Above Grade:
2,000 sq. ft.186 m2
Zoning:
DE-3
Taxes:
$7,505.87 /
-
Community:
122 - Durand North
Exterior Features:
Brick
Community Features:
Community Centre
Structure Type:
House
Appliances Included:
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas stove(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Window Coverings
Home Style:
Other
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
3.0
Half Bathrooms:
1
Cooling:
Central air conditioning
Fireplace:
No
Foundation:
Block
Heating:
Forced air, Natural gas
# Storeys:
2.0
Water:
Municipal water
Sewer:
Municipal sewage system
Basement:
Unfinished, Full
Lot Frontage:
24'7.32 m
Lot Size:
3,049 sq. ft.283 m2
Lot Details:
0.07
Lot Features:
Conservation/green belt, Sump Pump
Parking:
Detached Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main level
Laundry room
4'1.22 m × 1'9".53 m
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Main level
Dining room
14'10"4.52 m × 14'3"4.34 m
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Main level
Eat in kitchen
15'4.57 m × 15'4.57 m
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Main level
Family room
12'11"3.94 m × 12'4"3.76 m
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Main level
Living room
15'2"4.62 m × 12'2"3.71 m
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Main level
Foyer
25'7.62 m × 6'6"1.98 m
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Second level
Bedroom
12'2"3.71 m × 9'4"2.84 m
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Second level
Bedroom
12'2"3.71 m × 10'3.05 m
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Second level
Primary Bedroom
13'8"4.17 m × 11'4"3.45 m
-
Basement
Other
14'7"4.44 m × 14'5"4.39 m
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Basement
Storage
15'9"4.80 m × 14'7"4.44 m
-
Basement
Utility room
Measurements not available
180280'
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main level
No
2
4' x 2'4"
Second level
No
4
5'5" x 8'
Second level
No
4
11'4" x 4'11"
Living room featuring a beautiful bay window, original ornate decorative fireplace and functional built-in bookcases.
Spacious 148 sq. ft. front porch, perfect for lazy Sunday mornings, morning coffee and enjoying the neighbourhood.
Circa 1882: This beautifully maintained home retains its original front door, complete with a classic door knocker and transom, adding to its timeless historic charm.
2019/2020: Main staircase to the second floor completely replaced, including structural work and reinforcing. Beautifully designed to look as though it has always belonged in this historic home.
A grand foyer welcomes your guests with timeless style and grace.
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The eat-in kitchen is complemented by a bright dining room/home office combination, featuring a cozy fireplace and walkout to the large deck and beautifully landscaped backyard.
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Bright dining room/home office combination featuring a cozy gas fireplace, walkout to the large deck and beautifully landscaped backyard, with private parking for 2–3 cars.
A handy closet just inside the back door entrance, with exposed brick and a gas fireplace adding warmth and character to this versatile, multifunctional space.
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Convenient butler stairs, located off the kitchen.
Data was last updated October 2, 2026 at 09:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
29
Avg list price:
$329,900
Min list price:
$149,999
Max list price:
$829,900
Avg days on market:
65
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
213
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$355.33
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and located in
122 - Durand North. Average values are
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