
196 RAY Street
Hamilton, Ontario
2 bed • 1 bath • Single Family
Welcome to this charming century semi-detached home in Hamilton’s desirable Strathcona North community. This inviting 2 bedroom residence offers a functional layout with comfortable living spaces, a private fully fenced backyard, and an exceptional location close to downtown Hamilton. The spacious kitchen features plenty of cabinetry, new appliances, and a practical layout that connects seamlessly with the surrounding living spaces. The bright and welcoming living and dining areas provide a comfortable setting for everyday living and entertaining. The home features two well sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering a functional layout with space and convenience for a variety of lifestyles. Enjoy the beautifully maintained private backyard, offering the perfect outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the warmer months. Ideally located just minutes from the West Harbour GO Station and Hamilton Street Railway (HSR), this home offers exceptional convenience for commuters. Enjoy being within walking distance to downtown Hamilton’s restaurants, shops, Bayfront Park, the public pool, and the newly renovated TD Coliseum. With quick access to Highway 403 and nearby parks, trails, and amenities, this is a fantastic opportunity to lease in one of Hamilton’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Tenant to pay all utilities.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Hess Street Junior Public School0.3 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 310 students
Grade 3 reading: 50% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 38% met the provincial standard
- Strathcona Junior Public School0.6 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 220 students
Grade 3 reading: 94% met the provincial standard
- École élémentaire Georges-P-Vanier1.3 km
French public · CS Viamonde
Secondary
- École secondaire Georges-P-Vanier1.3 km
French public · CS Viamonde · 85 students
Grade 10 literacy: 100% met the provincial standard
- System Alternative Education Sir Isaac Brock Secondary School1.9 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 65 students
- Westdale Secondary School2 km
Public · Hamilton-Wentworth DSB · 1525 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% 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
- $683,250
- Homes sold
- 5,006
- Median days on market
- 27
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.1%
Based on 5,006 recorded sales of single family properties in Hamilton over the last 12 months.
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