74 OAK KNOLL Drive

Westdale, Hamilton, L8S 4C4

$2,380,000

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  • 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

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
FoyerMain3.48 × 2.77 m (11'5" × 9'1")
Dining RoomMain5.66 × 4.75 m (18'7" × 15'7")
OfficeMain3.15 × 1.91 m (10'4" × 6'3")
Living RoomMain4.57 × 4.22 m (15' × 13'10")
PantryMain3.35 × 3.25 m (11' × 10'8")
KitchenMain4.57 × 3.43 m (15' × 11'3")
Family RoomMain8.89 × 5.36 m (29'2" × 17'7")
Mud RoomMain3.81 × 1.85 m (12'6" × 6'1")
Primary BedroomSecond5.21 × 3.96 m (17'1" × 13')
OfficeSecond8.89 × 2.64 m (29'2" × 8'8")
Bedroom 2Second4.52 × 3.96 m (14'10" × 13')
Bedroom 3Second4.01 × 3.66 m (13'2" × 12')
Bedroom 4Third4.72 × 3.38 m (15'6" × 11'1")
RecreationBasement8.38 × 4.75 m (27'6" × 15'7")
Bedroom 5Basement4.24 × 3.63 m (13'11" × 11'11")
LaundryBasement2.9 × 2.44 m (9'6" × 8')
Exercise RoomBasement4.17 × 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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