74 Royal Avenue

Ainslie Wood, Hamilton, L8S 2C5

$729,000

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  • 2+3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 parking
  • 700-1100 sq ft

Listed 83 days ago · MLS® X13617912

About this home

Welcome to this charming brick bungalow in Hamilton's sought-after Ainslie Wood neighbourhood, offering an exceptional opportunity for families, investors, or those seeking income potential. Ideally situated just minutes from McMaster University, McMaster Hospital, parks, schools, shopping, public transit, and major highways, this home combines everyday convenience with outstanding versatility.Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring a spacious living room filled with natural light, a functional kitchen with ample cabinetry, two well-sized bedrooms, and a 3-piece bathroom. The thoughtful layout provides comfortable everyday living while maintaining the warmth and character of this well-maintained home.The fully finished basement expands the living space with three additional bedrooms, a second 3-piece bathroom, and excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or student accommodations. With five bedrooms in total, this property presents an excellent investment opportunity in one of Hamilton's strongest rental markets.Situated on a generous 37.5' x 100' lot with private parking for two vehicles, the home also offers outdoor space to relax, entertain, or further enhance. A new central air conditioning unit was installed in 2021, providing added comfort and peace of mind. The property is currently generating $3,800 per month in rental income, making it an attractive turnkey investment.Located in one of Hamilton's most desirable west-end neighbourhoods, just steps to McMaster University, McMaster Hospital, scenic trails, restaurants, transit, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready property offers an outstanding opportunity for both investors and homeowners alike.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Size
700-1100 sq ft
Lot
37.5 × 100 ft
Basement
Finished, Full
Garage
None
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$5,466 (2025)
Neighbourhood
Ainslie Wood
Municipality
Hamilton
Price per sq ft
$810 (17% above detached houses in Ainslie Wood, $694)

Interior

Bedrooms
2 above ground + 3 below
Bathrooms
1 × 3-piece (main), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
Rooms
8 above ground
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
Yes
Features
Water Heater

Heating, cooling and services

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

Building and exterior

Style
Bungalow
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Block
Faces
North

Parking

Total parking
2
Driveway and parking
Private

Lot

Size
37.5 × 100 ft (rectangular)
Acreage
< .50

More

Possession
Flexible
Nearby
School, Public Transit, Place Of Worship, Library, Park
Cross street
Leland St

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
OtherBasement
Living RoomMain5.33 × 3.66 m (17'6" × 12')
KitchenMain2.74 × 3.35 m (9' × 11')
Primary BedroomMain2.97 × 3 m (9'9" × 9'10")
BedroomMain2.97 × 3 m (9'9" × 9'10")
BathroomMain3 Pc Bath
BedroomBasement3.05 × 3.96 m (10' × 13')
BedroomBasement2.9 × 3.81 m (9'6" × 12'6")
BedroomBasement3.05 × 3.51 m (10' × 11'6")
BathroomBasement3 Pc Bath

Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Walkable

  • 🚆 Hamilton GO Centre4.3 km

Within a 10-minute walk: 1 grocery store, 28 cafés and restaurants, 4 parks, 4 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Fortinos (550 m). Nearest park: Alexander Park (500 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 57%
    5 min walk
  • Glenwood Special Day School18 min walk
  • Mountview Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 80%, math 65%
    1.5 km
  • St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Elementary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 95%, math 58%
    1.8 km

Secondary

  • St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 69%, literacy test 86%
    7 min walk
  • Dalewood Senior Public School14 min walk
  • Westdale Secondary School
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 57%, literacy test 88%
    1.9 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 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%.

Flood and conservation No mapped hazard

Not inside a mapped flood plain or regulated area in Niagara Peninsula Conservation’s mapping.

Screening maps only. Ask the conservation authority for a property inquiry before relying on this.

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: 4 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).

City rules

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