242 James ST, Hamilton, ON L8P 3B3
242 James ST, Hamilton, ON L8P 3B3
242 James ST, Hamilton, ON L8P 3B3
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$1,249,900
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4,951 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Commercial

Sub Type Building and Land

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,951 sqft

Price per Sqft $252

MLS Listing ID 40836200

Abv Grd Liv Area 4,951

Year Built 1850

Annual Tax Amount $15,582

Property Sub-Type Building and Land

Source Cornerstone

Property Description

Historic Gem Across from St. Joe's – 242 James St S, in the heart of Hamilton's vibrant downtown core, this stately mid-19th century building (circa 1850) offers timeless Victorian charm blended with flexible functionality. Featuring classic brickwork, tall arched windows, steep gables, and heritage detailing, this three-storey property stands out as a remarkable investment and ownership opportunity. Zoning allows for mixed, retail, office and medical uses. Boasting 4950 sq ft, the main floor includes 1962 sq ft of well-designed commercial space: three offices, a reception area, full kitchen, full bath, and a feature brick fireplace. Access to a large unfinished basement adds expansion or storage potential. A rear stairwell offers emergency egress and access to the private parking area. Enjoy 4 total parking spots—3 rear via private drive and 1 front boulevard. A separate below-grade basement walk up entrance allows for possible future independent use or rental. The upper two floors provide spacious residential accommodations: six bedrooms, two kitchens, three full baths, two living areas, dining space, and laundry. Perfect flexible rental opportunities. Ideal for professionals working at nearby hospitals, including St. Joseph's directly across the street. Additional features include 10' ceilings on the main level, outdoor front of property deck on 3rd level, air conditioning, electronic entry, and visible signage options. Nestled between many similar Victorian era properties of the Durand and Stinson School areas, multi unit remarkably stellar multi-million-dollar properties nearby. Steps to shopping, dining, medical offices, hospitals, GO transit, the escarpment, and major highways. Quick access to Hamilton International Airport and Porter Airlines. Live, work, and invest in one of Hamilton's most desirable mixed-use locations. A remarkable opportunity to earn income from residential rentals while serving clients in the comfort of updated office space.

Location

Province ON

County Hamilton

Area 12 - Hamilton West

Zoning C5a

Direction South on James, 3rd drive west side after Charlton.

Rooms

Basement Full

Kitchen 0

Interior

Fireplace No

Exterior

Lot Frontage 35.12

Lot Depth 118.69

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Airport, City Lot, High Traffic Area, Highway Access, Hospital, Public Transit, Schools

Faces South on James, 3rd drive west side after Charlton.

Story 3

Sewer Sewer (Municipal)

Water Municipal

Level or Stories 3

Structure Type Brick

New Construction No

Others

Senior Community false

Tax ID 171720119

Ownership Freehold/None

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Mike McCarthy
Mike McCarthy

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+1(289) 919-5442 | mike@mikemccarthyrealty.com

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