279 OTTAWA Street S Hamilton

279 OTTAWA Street S, Hamilton, Ontario

$549,900

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,395 Square Feet

Character meets incredible scale on Ottawa Street South! Bounded by the Escarpment and situated just a short stroll from the scenic trails, historic greenhouse, and festivals of beautiful Gage Park, this solid brick 1.5-storey Craftsman bungalow features a substantial rear addition, delivering an expansive layout to offer true single-family functionality. The main floor showcases gorgeous original wood trim, a bright living/dining room with classic parquet flooring, a versatile main-flr Bedrm/den/office with a glass door and rear facing windows, and a practical back mudroom. The updated kitchen boasts full-height white cabinetry, quartz countertops, mosaic tile backsplash, and stainless appliances. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms and a clean, exceptionally tidy 4pc bath. Fall in love with the rare, oversized primary bedroom addition boasting flat, full height ceilings, free of roof slopes, double-wide closet, plus additional space for baby-stuff, dressers, wardrobes, or yoga! The finished lower level offers an excellent carpeted rec room with a brick fireplace feature, a 3pc bath, laundry, a dedicated storage room, and a separate rear walk-out. Step outside to a deep, fully fenced backyard featuring a tranquil paver patio, and a garden shed, with parking via the mutual driveway. Elementary & Secondary schools are within walking distance or short bus ride away. Siding & Insulation (2026), Water heater (2026), Roof Shingles including sheathing (2017), 3/4 copper water line. Turnkey living in one of Hamilton’s most vibrant neighborhoods – just move in and enjoy! (id:23309)

  • Listing ID: 40856752
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1923

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Rooms

LevelTypeDimensions
4pc Bathroom Second level 5'7'' x 8'6''
Bedroom Second level 8'0'' x 11'4''
Bedroom Second level 8'6'' x 8'5''
Primary Bedroom Second level 16'11'' x 14'3''
Storage Basement 6'11'' x 11'6''
3pc Bathroom Basement 5'7'' x 4'11''
Utility room Basement 13'5'' x 13'4''
Recreation room Basement 17'7'' x 18'7''
Bedroom Main level 8'11'' x 9'11''
Kitchen Main level 16'1'' x 8'4''
Dining room Main level 12'8'' x 11'2''
Living room Main level 11'1'' x 10'0''

Details

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Amenities Nearby: Park, Playground, Public Transit, Schools
  • Community Features: Quiet Area, Community Centre, School Bus
  • Equipment: Water Heater
  • Features: Paved driveway, Shared Driveway
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Rental Equipment: Water Heater
  • Structure: Shed, Porch
  • Transaction: For sale
  • Zoning Description: D

Building

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • BasementType: Full (Finished)
  • Basement Development: Finished
  • Bedrooms Main Level: 4
  • Constructed Date: 1923
  • Construction Style Attachment: Detached
  • Cooling: Central air conditioning
  • Exterior Finish: Brick, Vinyl siding
  • Fireplace Present: False
  • Foundation: Block
  • Bathrooms (Total): 2
  • Heating: Baseboard heaters, Forced air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural gas
  • Size Interior: 1395 sqft
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Type: House
  • Utility Water: Municipal water

Land

  • Amenities: Park, Playground, Public Transit, Schools
  • Fence: Fence
  • Sewer: Municipal sewage system
  • Size Frontage: 27 ft
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