About this home
A RARE PIECE OF HAMILTON HISTORY! Built in 1870 and lovingly cared for by the same owner since 1972, this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath century brick freehold row home is filled with character, warmth and incredible potential. Step inside and discover the timeless appeal of a true century home, featuring soaring ceilings, generous principal rooms and plenty of space for a growing family. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the versatile layout offers exciting possibilities for first-time buyers, families and investors alike. Enjoy the home as it is, renovate and make it your own, or explore the potential to create two separate living spaces for additional income or multi-generational living. The location is equally impressive - just minutes from vibrant Hess Village, downtown Hamilton's shops, restaurants and entertainment, and only steps from the waterfront, Bayfront Park and some of the city's best walking and cycling trails. Homes with this much history,
The home
- Type
- Freehold townhouse
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 7
- Basement
- Finished with Walk-Out, Separate Entrance, Walk-Up
- Lot size
- 19.1 x 120 ft
- Faces
- North
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Baseboard
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 3
- Total parking
- 3
- Parking features
- Right Of Way
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,671/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- -
- Cross street
- -
- Neighbourhood
- Central
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$229 (at 1,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13821186
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The home and its surroundings
- In-Law Capability
- In-Law Suite
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
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Listing history for 172 Market Street
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Frequently asked questions about 172 Market Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 172 Market Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
172 Market Street is listed for $399,900. With 20% down ($79,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $1,613 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,002 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 172 Market Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
172 Market Street is a freehold townhouse in Central, Hamilton. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 172 Market Street have?
172 Market Street has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 172 Market Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 3 spaces. In total the listing counts 3 parking spaces.
Does 172 Market Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished with walk-out, separate entrance, walk-up. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown. A listing description is not proof of a legal second unit, so confirm zoning and permits with the municipality before counting on rental income.
What style of home is 172 Market Street?
172 Market Street is a freehold townhouse. A townhouse shares side walls with its neighbours; it can be freehold or part of a condo complex.
How big is 172 Market Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,500 and 2,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 19.1 x 120 ft.
How is 172 Market Street heated and cooled?
Heating is baseboard (gas). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 172 Market Street?
Property taxes are $4,671 a year (2026), or about $389 a month.
Where is 172 Market Street?
172 Market Street is in the Central community of Hamilton. The nearest main intersection is -. The postal code is L8R 1N9.
Is 172 Market Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13821186). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 172 Market Street asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 83 NAPIER Street at $299,900 (2 bed), 42 Hess Street N at $499,900 (2 bed) and 4 - 20 Anna Capri Drive at $419,900 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 172 Market Street sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 172 Market Street?
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Listing information comes from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board through PropTx and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. It is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA.
*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.