
Main - 55 JOHN Street
Hamilton, Ontario
1,700 sqft • Retail
Newly renovated! Newly updated with HVAC and washroom rough-ins, this exceptional 1,700 sq ft unit commands prime real estate on bustling John Street South, positioned in the vibrant heart of Hamilton's revitalized downtown core. The versatile two-section layout (front and back) enables diverse dual-operation concepts such as a restaurant paired with a full-service bar or retail storefront with complementary back-of-house operations. The property features a full-height, dry basement providing generous storage and operational flexibility. Ideally situated steps from major transit hubs, including the future LRT corridor and the existing downtown Hamilton GO Centre, this location offers exceptional accessibility for customers and employees alike. The immediate surroundings showcase Hamilton's thriving downtown renaissance, with walkable access to eclectic dining, entertainment, cultural attractions, and retail destinations. The D1 Downtown Central Business District zoning supports diverse commercial uses, attracting a steady stream of foot traffic and commuter activity. The space benefits from high-visibility positioning on a major downtown thoroughfare, making it ideal for businesses seeking maximum market exposure. Whether positioned as a full-service restaurant with bar service, a specialty retail operation with support services, or any hybrid concept, this location provides the infrastructure and market positioning for success. Lease to be structured as semi-gross with tenant responsible for separately-metered utilities.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Central Junior Public School0.6 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 320 students
Grade 3 reading: 41% met the provincial standard
- Queen Victoria Elementary Public School0.7 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 585 students
Grade 3 reading: 48% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 14% met the provincial standard
- 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
Secondary
- System Alternative Education Sir Isaac Brock Secondary School0.6 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 65 students
- Cathedral High School1.1 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 1650 students
Grade 10 literacy: 64% met the provincial standard
- St. Charles Catholic Adult Secondary School1.9 km
Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 345 students
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.
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