2 Freeman Place
Corktown, Hamilton, L8N 2G5
$2,295,000
Reduced $204,000 from $2,499,000
- 5 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- 8 parking
- 3000-3500 sq ft
Listed 29 days ago · MLS® X13807598
About this home
A Masterpiece of Historic Restoration. One of Hamilton's finest homes, meticulously restored and reimagined to pair more than a century of architectural character with today's luxurious finishes, craftsmanship, and technology. Nestled on an exclusive street of only nine residences, this extraordinary three-storey home is set on a spectacular 0.48-acre private treed lot, backing onto the iconic Bruce Trail atop the Niagara Escarpment. Offering over 4,200 sq. ft. of finished living space, 5 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms, this one-of-a-kind residence seamlessly blends historic elegance with contemporary luxury. Architecturally designed, the home showcases soaring 10-foot ceilings, expansive open-concept living spaces, and picturesque views of the landscaped grounds. At its heart is a custom chef's kitchen featuring premium appliances, an oversized island, a butler's pantry, and access to multiple outdoor entertaining areas. Rich in character and refined detail, the home also offers elegant principal rooms, restored fireplaces, a private library, home theatre, and wine room. Crowning the residence is an exceptional third-floor primary retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite, walk-in closet, and breathtaking Escarpment views. Virtually every aspect has been meticulously renovated, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, windows, roofing, smart-home technology, security, and mechanical systems-providing the comfort and efficiency of a modern luxury home while preserving its timeless architecture. Located steps from St. Joseph's Hospital, Augusta Street, James Street South, the Escarpment Stairs, parks, restaurants, cafés, and downtown Hamilton, this remarkable residence offers an unmatched lifestyle within a secluded enclave beneath the Niagara Escarpment-an exceptionally private setting in the heart of the city. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Hamilton's most distinguished residences. Luxury Certified.
Details
- Type
- Detached
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Age
- 100+ years
- Size
- 3000-3500 sq ft
- Lot
- 50 × 400 ft
- Basement
- Full, Finished
- Garage
- Attached
- Kitchens
- 1
- Property tax
- $9,593 (2026)
- Neighbourhood
- Corktown
- Municipality
- Hamilton
- Price per sq ft
- $706 (33% above detached houses in Hamilton, $532)
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 5 above ground
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 2-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (second), 1 × 5-piece (third), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
- Rooms
- 10 above ground
- Family room or den
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Natural Gas
- Features
- Auto Garage Door Remote, Water Meter
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Exterior
- Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Age
- 100+
- Faces
- South
- Outdoor
- Porch Enclosed
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 8
- Driveway and parking
- Private Double
Lot
- Size
- 50 × 400 ft (irregular)
- Acreage
- < .50
More
- Possession
- Flexible
- Nearby
- Ravine, School
- Cross street
- James Street S and Mountwood Avenue
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Main | 5.82 × 4.42 m (19'1" × 14'6") | |
| Dining Room | Main | 4.57 × 5.64 m (15' × 18'6") | |
| Kitchen | Main | 3.02 × 6.35 m (9'11" × 20'10") | |
| Breakfast | Main | 3.02 × 3.91 m (9'11" × 12'10") | |
| Family Room | Main | 5.44 × 102 m (17'10" × 334'8") | |
| Den | Main | 2.57 × 3.86 m (8'5" × 12'8") | |
| Bathroom | Main | 1.75 × 1.83 m (5'9" × 6') | 2 Pc Bath |
| Bedroom | Second | 3.02 × 3.68 m (9'11" × 12'1") | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 4.42 × 3.84 m (14'6" × 12'7") | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 4.04 × 117 m (13'3" × 383'10") | |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 3.84 × 4.06 m (12'7" × 13'4") | |
| Bathroom | Second | 3.1 × 2.64 m (10'2" × 8'8") | 4 Pc Bath |
| Primary Bedroom | Third | 3.71 × 8.1 m (12'2" × 26'7") | |
| Bathroom | Third | 4.47 × 4.75 m (14'8" × 15'7") | 5 Pc Ensuite |
| Other | Third | 2.21 × 3.33 m (7'3" × 10'11") | |
| Exercise Room | Basement | 3.51 × 127 m (11'6" × 416'8") | |
| Laundry | Basement | 3.4 × 2.95 m (11'2" × 9'8") | |
| Other | Basement | 5.94 × 9.22 m (19'6" × 30'3") | |
| Bathroom | Basement | 3.45 × 2.39 m (11'4" × 7'10") | |
| Other | Basement | 1.93 × 5.36 m (6'4" × 17'7") | |
| Recreation | Basement | 4.17 × 5.41 m (13'8" × 17'9") | |
| Utility Room | Basement | 1.83 × 2.82 m (6' × 9'3") |
Location
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Walkable
- 🚆 Hamilton GO Centre13 min walk
Within a 10-minute walk: 1 grocery store, 35 cafés and restaurants, 13 parks, 7 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: The Market On James South (650 m). Nearest park: Southam Park (300 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Queensdale School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 76%, math 39%8 min walk - Queen Victoria Elementary School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 64%, math 14%11 min walk - Central Junior Public School
EQAO: Gr 3 reading 41%, math 48%14 min walk - Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Elementary School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 89%, math 51%15 min walk
Secondary
- St. Charles Adult & Continuing Education Centre - Downtown Campus Catholic10 min walk
- Kanétskare Elementary School17 min walk
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 L8N
- Owners / renters
- 25% / 75%
- Median household income
- $54,800
- Average age
- 40
- Children under 15
- 12%
- Homes
- 14% detached, 49% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 23%
- Population
- 15,568
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Arabic 2.7%, Spanish 1.8%, Gujarati 1.6%, Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) 1.2%.
Flood and conservation No mapped hazard
Not inside a mapped flood plain or regulated area in Niagara Peninsula Conservation’s mapping.
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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). Flood and regulation mapping: Niagara Peninsula Conservation open data. 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.
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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
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