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196 KING Street

196 KING Street

St. Catharines, Ontario

2,235 sqft • Office

$699,900

Prime opportunity to acquire a downtown property offering a modern, turn-key mixed-use building with exceptional street exposure, rare private on-site parking, and outstanding long-term development potential. Ideally suited for investors or owner-operators, this versatile asset combines strong commercial and residential components with flexible M2 zoning, supporting a wide range of uses, including commercial, residential, or mixed-use development. The property features a ramp up to a welcoming wrap-around porch, while the interior offers a functional, adaptable layout suitable for a variety of professional uses. Multiple exterior entrances provide excellent flexibility for single or multi-tenant configurations, offering exceptional accessibility and future adaptability. Offering approximately 2,235 sq. ft. of finished above-grade space plus an additional 800 sq. ft. in the basement, this property presents an excellent opportunity to customize to your needs. The main floor features a spacious open-concept co-working office, two private offices, a boardroom-style office, and an inviting front foyer complete with a coffee station and a convenient 2-piece washroom. The upper level includes an oversized executive office, three additional private offices, and a well-appointed 3-piece bathroom. Positioned on a high-traffic downtown corridor surrounded by established businesses, restaurants, cafes, and local amenities, the property benefits from consistent exposure and strong foot traffic. Just steps from the Meridian Centre, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, transit hub, GO Station, and with quick access to Highway 406 and the QEW, the location offers unmatched connectivity across the region. Whether expanding an investment portfolio or securing a strategic location for a growing business, this property delivers exceptional visibility, versatility, and future development potential in one of the city's most desirable downtown settings.

Price History

Schools

Elementary

  • St Nicholas Catholic Elementary School0.2 km

    Catholic · Niagara CDSB · 215 students

    Grade 3 reading: 78% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 18% met the provincial standard

  • ÉÉC Immaculée-Conception0.3 km

    French Catholic · CS catholique MonAvenir · 140 students

    Grade 3 reading: 82% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 31% met the provincial standard

  • Harriet Tubman Public School0.9 km

    Public · DSB Niagara · 680 students

    Grade 3 reading: 71% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 60% met the provincial standard

Secondary

  • St Catharines Collegiate Institute and Vocational School0.6 km

    Public · DSB Niagara · 700 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard

  • Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School2.5 km

    Public · DSB Niagara · 1025 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 91% met the provincial standard

  • Denis Morris Catholic High School2.5 km

    Catholic · Niagara CDSB · 930 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 92% 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 L2R

Population
25,558
Private dwellings
13,117
Median age
40.4
Average household size
2.1
Median household income
$61,200

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

Office in St. Catharines · last 12 months

Median sold price
$540,000
Homes sold
1,611
Median days on market
26
Sale-to-list price
96.6%

Based on 1,611 recorded sales of office properties in St. Catharines over the last 12 months.

Location

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$139,980

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,438

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Mortgage: $3,438/mo (20% down, 5.5%)

Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $175/mo

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