Just Listed
Address
279 Ottawa Street S, Hamilton, ON
Price
$ 499,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#40866517
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CityHamilton
- Area22 - Hamilton Centre
- Neighbourhood221 - Gage Park
- Postal CodeL8K 2E9
- StyleCraftsman
- Year Built1923
- Taxes$ 3790
- Price$ 499,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1303
Data Source:
Ontario Regional (ITSO)
Property Description
FIRST-TIME BUYERS, INVESTORS, DOWNSIZERS, Don't Miss This Solid brick Craftsman style home, just steps from Gage Park & walking trails at the foot of the Escarpment! A rear addition gives this home rare family-sized space: 3 bedrooms upstairs, including an oversized primary bedroom with full-height ceilings (no roof slopes) and a double-wide closet, plus a main-floor den with closet - ideal as a 4th bedroom, home office, or a guest room, overlooking the deep, fully fenced backyard with a lovely patio, great for summer BBQs with family and friends, and play area for the kids and pets. Original wood trim and classic parquet floors bring the character. The gorgeous updated kitchen boasts full-height cabinetry, quartz counters, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless appliances, & convenient access to the adjoining mud-room with direct access to the driveway. The finished lower level adds additional living-space with a rec room, 3-pc bath, laundry, & BONUS storage room/Workshop, serviced by a separate rear entrance. The rec room could be a great spot for a playroom, gym or hobby space. Major items are already done: siding and insulation (2026), water heater (2026, rental), roof shingles and sheathing (2017), 3/4" copper water line and Central air. Walk to Memorial and St. John the Baptist schools, the shops and cafés of Ottawa Street, and transit. Book your private showing today!!
| Elementary School | High School |
|---|---|
| Memorial; St. John The Baptist Elementary School | Bernie Custis; Cathedral High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed $499,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1303 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Sewer (Municipal) |
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Asphalt Shing |
| Appliances | Water Heater,Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer |
| Zoning | D |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Topography | Flat Site |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Hamilton |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 12 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Near Lawrence Rd, just a few blocks from Gage Park. |
| High School | Bernie Custis; Cathedral |
| City | Hamilton |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Open Parking Spaces | 1 |
| MLS Area | 22 - Hamilton Centre |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Memorial; St. John The Baptist |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| MLS Area Minor | 221 - Gage Park |
| Virtual Tour | https://unbranded.youriguide.com/279_ottawa_st_s_hamilton_on/ |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Virtual Tour | https://youriguide.com/279_ottawa_st_s_hamilton_on/ |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Other |
|---|---|
| Basement | Separate Entrance,Walk-Up Access,Full,Finished |
| Kitchen Level | Main |
| Total Stories | 3 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1303 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 579 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Full |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Asphalt,Mutual/Shared |
| Lot Features | Urban,Rectangular,Park,Playground Nearby,Public Transit,Quiet Area,Rec./Community Centre,School Bus Route,Schools |
| Water Source | Municipal |
| Total Parking | 1 |
| Inclusions | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Block |
| Building Area Total | 1882 |
| Lot Dimensions | 27 x 100 |
| Frontage Length | 27.00 |
| Frontage Type | East |
| Lot Size Source | GeoWarehouse |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Crops Included Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No Strata Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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