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225 HESS Street

225 HESS Street

Hamilton, Ontario

4 bed • 3 bath • Single Family

$799,900

Rare opportunity to own a character-filled Victorian residence in Hamilton's sought-after Durand neighbourhood. Circa 1882, this 2295 square foot (above grade) distinctive home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, & 2 surfaced parking spots. Blending timeless architectural charm with functional everyday living, this home is sure to impress. The main level features spacious principal rooms including a bright formal dining room with a front bay window & a stunning ornamental fireplace with a charming mantle, a spacious living room with large windows & a door leading to the rear yard, and an oversized kitchen with a centre island with seating for 2 & direct access to the rear yard. The 2nd floor offers a spacious primary retreat with a large front bay window with bench seating & a separate bonus dressing area, 2 additional generously sized bedrooms, a spacious 4-pc bath including double sinks, an oversized shower/tub combo, & a separate water closet accessible through the upper level hallway. The versatile 3rd-floor offers oversized windows and a gas fireplace - a flexible open-concept space perfect as a 4th bedroom, family room, studio, office, or guest accommodation. Outside, enjoy a private fenced yard surrounded by mature trees, a extensive flagstone terrace, attractive landscaping, lawn area, and an elevated deck ideal for outdoor entertaining. Notable updates include many replacement windows completed in 2017. Noteworthy features include high ceilings, hardwood flooring with an attractive inlay pattern, crown moulding, archways between certain living spaces, an interlock stone walkway leading to the covered front porch, vestibule, & more. Located in the heart of Durand, one of Hamilton's most desirable historic neighbourhoods, just steps to Locke Street South, Hess Village, downtown Hamilton, parks, trails, GO Transit, St. Joseph's Hospital, and convenient highway access. A rare blend of character, space, outdoor living, and location.

Price History

Schools

Elementary

  • Kanétskare Elementary School Middle School0.2 km

    Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 395 students

    Grade 6 math: 46% met the provincial standard

  • Central Junior Public School0.5 km

    Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 320 students

    Grade 3 reading: 41% met the provincial standard

  • St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School0.6 km

    Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 445 students

    Grade 3 reading: 76% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 65% met the provincial standard

Secondary

  • St. Charles Catholic Adult Secondary School1.6 km

    Catholic · Hamilton-Wentworth CDSB · 345 students

  • Turning Point Alternative Education School1.6 km

    Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 100 students

  • System Alternative Education Sir Isaac Brock Secondary School1.6 km

    Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 65 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 L8P

Population
24,773
Private dwellings
14,969
Median age
38.8
Average household size
1.8
Median household income
$58,000

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
5,007
Median days on market
27
Sale-to-list price
97.1%

Based on 5,007 recorded sales of single family properties in Hamilton over the last 12 months.

Location

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$159,980

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,930

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Mortgage: $3,930/mo (20% down, 5.5%)

Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $200/mo

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