74 OAK KNOLL Drive
Westdale, Hamilton, L8S 4C4
$2,380,000
- 4+1 bedrooms
- 5 bathrooms
- 6 parking
- 3500-5000 sq ft
Listed 13 days ago · MLS® X13869384
About this home
This is the kind of home people wait years for-quietly set along one of Hamilton's most distinguished streets, set on an oversized, double-width lot and framed by an exceptional natural backdrop. With the Royal Botanical Gardens quite literally at your doorstep, you're surrounded by lush forest, winding trails, and the beauty of Cootes Paradise just moments away.The home itself strikes a rare balance between character and contemporary comfort.Original details have been preserved and elevated, while thoughtful renovations have introduced a striking layout designed for modern living.At the centre of it all is a beautifully appointed kitchen with granite finishes, effortlessly connecting to an expansive family room where the dramatic ceiling height and curved wall creates a true sense of space and light.The main living areas feel both refined and welcoming, with detailed millwork, rich hardwood floors, and a statement fireplace anchoring the space.One of the home's most distinctive touches is the elevated library-an architectural feature that adds both character and function, overlooking the family room below.Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously proportioned and filled with natural light.The primary suite offers a walk-through w/i closet that opens to a spa-like ensuite, making everyday living feel effortless. The lower level has been fully finished with versatility in mind, offering an entertainment lounge, additional bedroom, full bathroom with in-floor heating, and a separate exercise area-ideal for growing families or hosting guests.Parking is never a concern here, with a wide driveway accommodating multiple vehicles in addition to a dble garage. All of this is set within the vibrant Westdale community, where excellent schools, McMaster University, and a charming village filled with cafés, dining spots, and everyday amenities, all within walking distance.It's a lifestyle location that's as connected as it is serene. Some photos virtually enhanced. Luxury Certified
Details
- Type
- Detached
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Age
- 51-99 years
- Size
- 3500-5000 sq ft
- Lot
- 110 × 90.56 ft
- Basement
- Full, Finished, Walk-Up
- Garage
- Detached
- Kitchens
- 1
- Property tax
- $18,265 (2026)
- Neighbourhood
- Westdale
- Municipality
- Hamilton
- Price per sq ft
- ~$560 (about the same as detached houses in Westdale)
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4 above ground + 1 below
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 2-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (second), 1 × 5-piece (second), 1 × 4-piece (third), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
- Rooms
- 11 above ground + 4 below
- Family room or den
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Natural Gas
- Features
- Auto Garage Door Remote, Countertop Range, Water Heater Owned
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Gas
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Exterior
- Brick, Stone
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle, Flat
- Foundation
- Concrete Block, Poured Concrete
- Age
- 51-99 years
- Faces
- South
- Pool
- Inground
- Outdoor
- Landscaped, Patio, Porch, Year Round Living, Fence - Full, Shed
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 6
- Driveway and parking
- Private Double
Lot
- Size
- 110 × 90.56 ft (irregular)
More
- Possession
- Flexible
- Nearby
- Fenced Yard, Hospital, Park, Library, Rec./Commun.Centre, School
- Cross street
- DALEWOOD CRES
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foyer | Main | 3.48 × 2.77 m (11'5" × 9'1") | |
| Dining Room | Main | 5.66 × 4.75 m (18'7" × 15'7") | |
| Office | Main | 3.15 × 1.91 m (10'4" × 6'3") | |
| Living Room | Main | 4.57 × 4.22 m (15' × 13'10") | |
| Pantry | Main | 3.35 × 3.25 m (11' × 10'8") | |
| Kitchen | Main | 4.57 × 3.43 m (15' × 11'3") | |
| Family Room | Main | 8.89 × 5.36 m (29'2" × 17'7") | |
| Mud Room | Main | 3.81 × 1.85 m (12'6" × 6'1") | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 5.21 × 3.96 m (17'1" × 13') | |
| Office | Second | 8.89 × 2.64 m (29'2" × 8'8") | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 4.52 × 3.96 m (14'10" × 13') | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 4.01 × 3.66 m (13'2" × 12') | |
| Bedroom 4 | Third | 4.72 × 3.38 m (15'6" × 11'1") | |
| Recreation | Basement | 8.38 × 4.75 m (27'6" × 15'7") | |
| Bedroom 5 | Basement | 4.24 × 3.63 m (13'11" × 11'11") | |
| Laundry | Basement | 2.9 × 2.44 m (9'6" × 8') | |
| Exercise Room | Basement | 4.17 × 3.91 m (13'8" × 12'10") |
History of this address
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Location
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Walkable
- 🚆 West Harbour GO3.5 km
Within a 10-minute walk: 1 grocery store, 39 cafés and restaurants, 6 parks, 2 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Food Basics (800 m). Nearest park: 10 Acre Field (400 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Cootes Paradise Elementary School
EQAO: Gr 3 reading 81%, math 60%9 min walk - Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 57%1.3 km - Earl Kitchener Junior Public School
EQAO: Gr 3 reading 82%, math 56%1.9 km - Strathcona Junior Public School
EQAO: Gr 3 reading 94%, math 72%2.0 km
Secondary
- Dalewood Senior Public School12 min walk
- Westdale Secondary School
EQAO: Gr 9 math 57%, literacy test 88%13 min walk - École secondaire Georges- P.-Vanier French
EQAO: Gr 9 math 73%, literacy test 100%19 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 L8S
- Owners / renters
- 39% / 61%
- Median household income
- $62,800
- Average age
- 39
- Children under 15
- 11%
- Homes
- 42% detached, 33% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 17%
- Population
- 15,787
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Mandarin 4.5%, Arabic 1.8%, Gujarati 1.1%, Spanish 0.8%.
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: 3 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
Only in your principal residence, with a City business licence (since December 2023).
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