For rent 50$2,100/mo
242 James Street South #Main Floor
Hamilton, Ontario L8P3B3
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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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