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!
For sale
C$549,900
279 Ottawa St S, Hamilton, ON L8K 2E9
4beds
1,303sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1923
2,700 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$422/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Substantial rear additionGorgeous original wood trimClassic parquet flooringUpdated kitchenFull-height white cabinetryQuartz countertopsMosaic tile backsplash
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Anil Verma, Salesperson,
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.,
Sheri Lin Robins, Salesperson,
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.
Source: ITSO,MLS®#: 40856752Originating MLS®#: Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- In-law Capability
- Basement: Separate Entrance,Walk-Up Access,Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,395
- Total interior livable area: 1,303 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,303
- Finished area below ground: 92
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Mutual/Shared, Outside/Surface/Open
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Full
- Frontage type: East
- Frontage length: 27.00
Lot
- Size: 2,700 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 100
- Features: Urban, Rectangular, Park, Playground Nearby, Public Transit, Quiet Area, Rec./Community Centre, School Bus Route, Schools
- Topography: Flat Site
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 172320019
- Zoning: D
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Block
- Roof: Asphalt Shing
Condition
- 100+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer (Municipal)
- Water: Municipal
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Hamilton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$422/sqft
- Annual tax amount: C$3,790
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
- Inclusions: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Window Coverings, Blinds.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed for sale | C$549,900C$422/sqft |
Source: ITSO #40856752 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Delta
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
No schools nearby
We couldn't find any schools near this home.
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Memorial; St. John The Baptist
- High: Bernie Custis; Cathedral
Source: ITSO. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





