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242 James Street South #Main Floor

Hamilton, Ontario L8P3B3

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1,962 sqft

About this home

Historic Gem Across from St. Joe’s – 242 James St S, in the heart of Hamilton’s vibrant downtown core, this stately mid-19th century building (circa 1850) offers timeless Victorian charm blended with flexible functionality. Featuring classic brickwork, tall arched windows, steep gables, and heritage detailing, this three-storey property stands out as a remarkable investment and ownership opportunity. Zoning allows for mixed, retail, office and medical uses. Main floor consists of 1962 sq ft of well-designed commercial space: three offices, a reception area, full kitchen, full bath, and a feature brick fireplace. Access to a large unfinished basement adds expansion or storage potential. A rear stairwell offers emergency egress and access to the private parking area. Enjoy 4 total parking spots—3 rear via private drive and 1 front boulevard. A separate below-grade basement walk up entrance allows for possible future independent use or rental. Nestled between many similar Victorian era properties of the Durand and Stinson School areas, multi unit remarkably stellar multi-million-dollar properties nearby. Steps to shopping, dining, medical offices, hospitals, GO transit, the escarpment, and major highways. Quick access to Hamilton International Airport and Porter Airlines.

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Property details

Listing

MLS® number
40836223
Added
Jun 29, 2026 ()
Updated
Jun 29, 2026 ()
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Overview

Property type
Institutional - Special Purpose
Building type
Commercial Mix
Storeys
3
Ownership
Freehold
Year built
1,850

Inside

Fireplace
No

Building

Basement
Full
Exterior
Brick

Land

Frontage
35 ft
Zoning
C5a

Services

Water
Municipal water
Sewer
Municipal sewage system

Location

Community
Durand North
Directions
South on James, 3rd drive west side after Charlton.
Nearby
High Traffic Area

Running costs

Annual property tax
$15,583

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