51 WESTWOOD Avenue
Hamilton, Ontario
2 bed • 2 bath • Single Family
Perfectly located in the highly desirable Westdale neighbourhood, just minutes from McMaster University, excellent schools, parks, shopping, and quick highway access, this beautifully maintained bungalow offers comfort, convenience, and flexibility. Thoughtfully updated for easy main-floor living, the main floor features 2 bedrooms, a 4-piece bathroom, modernized kitchen complete with in-suite washer and dryer, a bright and spacious living room filled with natural light, and charming original hardwood floors. A separate dining room/sunroom provides the perfect space to relax or entertain, with a seamless walk-out to a private 13’ x 10’ deck overlooking the generous backyard. The lower level opens the door to exciting possibilities. With its own separate entrance, this level offers excellent potential for a future income suite. Currently configured as a large open-concept recreation room with a cozy fireplace and bedroom nook, it also includes a 3-piece bathroom, ample storage, a laundry hookup with sink, and space to create an eat-in kitchen — making it ideal for extended family or rental income. An exciting opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors to secure a versatile home in the heart of Westdale.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Dalewood Senior Public School0.3 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 290 students
Grade 6 math: 43% met the provincial standard
- Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School0.7 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 185 students
Grade 3 reading: 69% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 57% met the provincial standard
- Cootes Paradise Public School1.2 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 565 students
Grade 3 reading: 81% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Westdale Secondary School1 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 1525 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
- St. Mary Catholic Secondary School1.3 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 935 students
Grade 10 literacy: 86% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire Georges-P-Vanier1.8 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 L8S
- Population
- 15,787
- Private dwellings
- 8,714
- Median age
- 32.4
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $62,800
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
Single Family in Hamilton · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $681,000
- Homes sold
- 5,014
- Median days on market
- 27
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.1%
Based on 5,014 recorded sales of single family properties in Hamilton over the last 12 months.
Location
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$145,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,586
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Mortgage: $3,586/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $182/mo
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