Positioned close to downtown St John's, this rare and historically significant property presents a unique redevelopment and investment opportunity. Originally constructed in 1892, the building was once two separate homes that were later combined into one expansive residence, resulting in an impressive footprint and a layout that offers remarkable flexibility for future use. The property currently features 16 bedrooms and 5.5 operational bathrooms, making it well-suited for a variety of residential, institutional, or mixed-use applications permitted under its RM zoning designation. The zoning allows for numerous residential and complementary commercial possibilities, subject to municipal approvals, creating strong potential for investors, developers, or organizations seeking a centrally located property with scale and character. A notable feature of the property is its existing life safety infrastructure, including a fire escape system and fire alarm system that is professionally inspected on an annual basis. The property also benefits from a valuable downtown parking lot — an increasingly rare asset in this highly sought-after area of St. John's. While the home is currently in disrepair and will require significant renovation and modernization, its size, history, architectural presence, and location offer exceptional upside potential. Properties of this scale and character rarely come to market, particularly within close proximity to major institutions, downtown amenities, medical services, and transit routes. With vision and restoration, this landmark property could be transformed into a standout residential investment, professional residence, multi-unit development, hospitality concept, student housing opportunity, or other creative mixed-use venture consistent with RM zoning allowances. This is a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a piece of St. John’s history in one of the city’s most strategic and high-demand locations.
For sale
Price cut: C$300K (6/19)
C$550,000
157 Lemarchant Road, St. John's, NL A1C2H4
16beds
6,000sqft
Apartment, Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$92/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Impressive footprintValuable downtown parking lot
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Listed by:
Jillian Hammond,
RE/MAX Realty Specialists
Source: Newfoundland and Labrador AR,MLS®#: 1297326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 16
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 215.26 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.29 X 12.45
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.47 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.6 X 12.53
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 104.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.6 X 9.9
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 154.23 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.55 X 10.6
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 111.66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.97 X 11.2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 X 12.8
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.1 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 154.01 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.41 X 12.41
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 121.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.32 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 156.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.56 X 12.46
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 60.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.6 X 10.8
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 111.66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.97 X 11.2
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 6
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 113.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.59 X 10.69
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 549.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28.87 X 19.04
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Mixed
- Basement: Apartment
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,000
- Total interior livable area: 6,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Dimensions: 505.04
- Features: Under 0.5 Acres
Details
- Zoning description: RM
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Torched-on
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: St Johns
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$92/sqft
- Annual tax amount: C$6,406
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
Jillian Hammond
Jillian Hammond
(709) 765-5247
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: A1C
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: St. John's
Source: Newfoundland and Labrador AR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Division No. 1
- St. John's
- A1C 2H4
- 157 Lemarchant Road
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