188 BAY Street
Hamilton, Ontario
3 bed • 1 bath • Single Family
Welcome to this meticulously maintained 1872 heritage gem, where historic soul meets a complete modern transformation in the heart of Hamilton’s vibrant North End. This fully renovated home offers the ultimate peace of mind, boasting entirely updated plumbing and electrical systems alongside contemporary finishes throughout. Inside, the home’s rich history is celebrated with stunning exposed red brick and soaring 9’ ceilings, all bathed in an abundance of natural light that pours through the windows all day long. The lifestyle offered by this location is truly second to none, placing you just steps from the TD Coliseum and a short, scenic stroll to the waterfront at Bayfront Park, Pier 4, and Pier 8. Commuters will love the convenience of being within a short walk to the GO Station, while foodies and shoppers are only a 5-minute walk from the renowned restaurants and boutiques of James Street North. With the rare advantage of plenty of street parking available, this move-in-ready residence is the perfect urban retreat for those seeking the character of a 19th-century home without any of the maintenance compromise.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Hess Street Junior Public School0.4 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 School0.9 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 540 students
Grade 3 reading: 54% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 19% met the provincial standard
- Central Junior Public School1.1 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 320 students
Grade 3 reading: 41% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- System Alternative Education Sir Isaac Brock Secondary School1.3 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 65 students
- Cathedral High School1.9 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 1650 students
Grade 10 literacy: 64% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire Georges-P-Vanier1.9 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
Single Family in Hamilton · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $682,500
- Homes sold
- 4,995
- Median days on market
- 27
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.1%
Based on 4,995 recorded sales of single family properties in Hamilton over the last 12 months.
Location
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$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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