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188 Hess Street N

Strathcona, Hamilton, L8R 2T4

$499,999

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  • 3+1 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 1 parking
  • 700-1100 sq ft

Listed 22 days ago · MLS® X13835158

About this home

Welcome to 188 Hess Street North, a bright corner-unit home in Hamilton's sought-after Strathcona neighbourhood. This versatile property features 3+1 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, makingit ideal for families, investors, or anyone looking for additional income potential.One of the standout features is the two separate living spaces, each with its own laundry facilities, offering convenience and privacy for occupants. The finished lower level includes a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living area, and dedicated laundry, creating a flexible setup for extended family or potential rental use.Step outside to the backyard, where you'll find a solid concrete shed with alley access and exciting future ADU potential, subject to city approvals. Located just minutes from downtown Hamilton, GO Transit, and Highway 403, this property offers flexibility, convenience, andlong-term value. Don't miss your chance to own this unique opportunity in one of Hamilton's growing neighbourhoods.

Details

Type
Att/Row/Townhouse
Style
Bungalow
Size
700-1100 sq ft
Lot
28.58 × 105.45 ft
Basement
Finished, Full, Separate Entrance
Garage
None
Kitchens
2
Property tax
$3,752 (2026)
Neighbourhood
Strathcona
Municipality
Hamilton
Price per sq ft
$556 (29% above freehold townhouses in Hamilton, $431)

Interior

Bedrooms
3 above ground + 1 below
Bathrooms
1 × 3-piece (ground), 2 × 3-piece (basement)
Kitchens
2 (1 below ground)
Rooms
6 above ground + 4 below
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
No
Features
In-Law Suite

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Air conditioning
Central Air
Water and sewer
Sewer

Building and exterior

Style
Bungalow
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Faces
East

Parking

Total parking
1
Driveway and parking
Private

Lot

Size
28.58 × 105.45 ft
Acreage
< .50

More

Possession
Flexible
Cross street
York Blvd and Hess St N

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Primary BedroomMain3.45 × 3.9 m (11'4" × 12'10")
Bedroom 2Main2.38 × 1.5 m (7'10" × 4'11")
Bedroom 3Main2.96 × 2.25 m (9'9" × 7'5")
KitchenMain4.05 × 3.25 m (13'3" × 10'8")
Living RoomMain3.5 × 4.5 m (11'6" × 14'9")
BathroomMain2.16 × 1.25 m (7'1" × 4'1")
RecreationBasement3.65 × 2.7 m (12' × 8'10")4 Pc Bath
KitchenBasement3.65 × 2.5 m (12' × 8'2")3 Pc Bath
BedroomBasement5.1 × 3.96 m (16'9" × 13')
OtherBasement2.59 × 2.11 m (8'6" × 6'11")
BedroomBasement3.3 × 3 m (10'10" × 9'10")

History of this address

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Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚆 West Harbour GO11 min walk

Within a 10-minute walk: 16 grocery stores, 83 cafés and restaurants, 8 parks, 11 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Somali Market (400 m). Nearest park: Central Park (200 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Hess Street Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 66%, math 38%    4 min walk
  • Strathcona Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 3 reading 94%, math 72%    13 min walk
  • Bennetto Elementary School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 64%, math 19%    17 min walk
  • Central Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 3 reading 41%, math 48%    1.2 km

Secondary

  • Kanétskare Elementary School1.4 km
  • St. Charles Adult & Continuing Education Centre - Downtown Campus Catholic1.6 km
  • École secondaire Georges- P.-Vanier French
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 73%, literacy test 100%    1.6 km

EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.

Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.

Who lives here postal area L8R

Owners / renters
32% / 68%
Median household income
$53,600
Average age
42
Children under 15
13%
Homes
19% detached, 50% high-rise
Commute by transit
17%
Population
11,651

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Somali 2.1%, Vietnamese 2.1%, Arabic 2%, Spanish 1.6%.

Safety

Crime Severity Index for Hamilton police: 62 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).

Police-reported figures for the whole police service area, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.

Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada.

Living here

Commute

To downtown Hamilton: 1 km. Transit times · Driving times

Noise Nothing major nearby

No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.

Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.

Internet High-speed

50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).

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Short-term rentals

Only in your principal residence, with a City business licence (since December 2023).

City rules

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