279 Ottawa Street S Hamilton, Ontario L8K 2E9
$549,900
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:63476)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | 40856752 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Amenities Near By | Park, Playground, Public Transit, Schools |
| Community Features | Quiet Area, Community Centre, School Bus |
| Equipment Type | Water Heater |
| Features | Paved Driveway, Shared Driveway |
| Parking Space Total | 1 |
| Rental Equipment Type | Water Heater |
| Structure | Shed, Porch |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 2 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 4 |
| Bedrooms Total | 4 |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Basement Development | Finished |
| Basement Type | Full (finished) |
| Constructed Date | 1923 |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Cooling Type | Central Air Conditioning |
| Exterior Finish | Brick, Vinyl Siding |
| Foundation Type | Block |
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Heating Type | Baseboard Heaters, Forced Air |
| Stories Total | 2 |
| Size Interior | 1,395 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Utility Water | Municipal Water |
Parking
| Open |
Land
| Acreage | No |
| Fence Type | Fence |
| Land Amenities | Park, Playground, Public Transit, Schools |
| Sewer | Municipal Sewage System |
| Size Depth | 100 Ft |
| Size Frontage | 27 Ft |
| Size Total Text | Under 1/2 Acre |
| Zoning Description | D |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Level | 4pc Bathroom | 5'7'' x 8'6'' | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 8'0'' x 11'4'' | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 8'6'' x 8'5'' | ||
| Second Level | Primary Bedroom | 16'11'' x 14'3'' | ||
| Basement | Storage | 6'11'' x 11'6'' | ||
| Basement | 3pc Bathroom | 5'7'' x 4'11'' | ||
| Basement | Utility Room | 13'5'' x 13'4'' | ||
| Basement | Recreation Room | 17'7'' x 18'7'' | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 8'11'' x 9'11'' | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 16'1'' x 8'4'' | ||
| Main Level | Dining Room | 12'8'' x 11'2'' | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 11'1'' x 10'0'' |
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