
3 - 185 JAMES Street
Hamilton, Ontario
720 sqft • Retail
Rare opportunity to own ground-floor commercial condominium units on one of Hamilton’s most iconic and sought-after streets. Welcome to 185 James Street North, located in the heart of a vibrant, culture-rich commercial corridor known for its independent spirit, historic architecture, and thriving small-business community. This commercial condo unit can be purchased individually or together with 183 James Street North, offering flexibility for owner-operators, investors, or entrepreneurs looking to establish or expand their presence on a premier retail strip. Ground-floor commercial condominiums are exceptionally rare on James North, making this a unique chance to secure a foothold in a high-demand location. James Street North is synonymous with cafés, restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and artisan shops, and serves as the backdrop for one of Hamilton’s most celebrated cultural events, Supercrawl, drawing tens of thousands of visitors annually. The street hums with energy year-round, blending long-standing local businesses with creative newcomers who contribute to the area’s distinctive character and sense of community. Zoned to allow a variety of retail and commercial uses, these units are ideal for boutique retail, professional services, studio space, gallery, or creative commercial concepts. Just steps to the Hamilton West Harbour GO Station, the location offers exceptional accessibility for clients, staff, and customers commuting from across the region. This is more than a commercial space. It’s an opportunity to become part of the fabric of James North. Live the energy, creativity, and connection of a street where people come to work, gather, celebrate, and support local. Bring your vision, your business, and your passion to one of Hamilton’s most storied and dynamic commercial communities.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Dr. J. Edgar Davey Elementary Public School0.7 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 585 students
Grade 3 reading: 65% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 14% met the provincial standard
- Hess Street Junior Public School0.7 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 310 students
Grade 3 reading: 50% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 38% met the provincial standard
- Bennetto Elementary School0.8 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 540 students
Grade 3 reading: 54% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 19% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- System Alternative Education Sir Isaac Brock Secondary School0.9 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 65 students
- Cathedral High School1.5 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 1650 students
Grade 10 literacy: 64% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire Georges-P-Vanier2.3 km
French public · CS Viamonde · 85 students
Grade 10 literacy: 100% met the provincial standard
Straight-line distance. Nearby schools are not necessarily the assigned schools — confirm catchment with the school board. Scores are EQAO provincial test results for 2024-2025.
Community
Postal area L8R
- Population
- 11,651
- Private dwellings
- 6,113
- Median age
- 38.4
- Average household size
- 2
- Median household income
- $53,600
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Local market
Retail in Hamilton · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $683,000
- Homes sold
- 5,001
- Median days on market
- 27
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.1%
Based on 5,001 recorded sales of retail properties in Hamilton over the last 12 months.
Location
Mortgage Calculator
$99,800
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,451
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Mortgage: $2,451/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $125/mo
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