196 York Street, Kingston, ON K7K 1R4
22 - East of Sir John A. Blvd, Kingston · Near Divison Street and York Street · View map
About this home
Situated in a desirable downtown neighbourhood within walking distance to Queen's and the downtown core, this home offers a functional layout in a location that remains consistently in demand. The current configuration features two bedrooms on the upper level and two on the main floor, with a full bathroom on each level-well suited for family living or shared accommodations. The main floor also includes a spacious eat-in kitchen and convenient main-floor laundry. The interior is completely carpet-free, creating a clean, low-maintenance living space. Outside, the generous backyard provides room to relax, garden, or potentially add additional parking. Notable updates include a newer rented gas furnace, new stove, metal roof (2020), and a custom steel front door for added durability and security.
The home
- Type
- Detached home
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 8
- Basement
- Crawl Space
- Lot size
- 30 x 132 ft
- Faces
- South
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 1
- Total parking
- 1
- Parking features
- Available, Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $3,617/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Divison Street and York Street
- Neighbourhood
- 22 - East of Sir John A. Blvd
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$327 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13753846
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The home and its surroundings
- Water Heater
- Arts Centre
- Hospital
- Library
- Park
- Public Transit
- School
- 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.
196 York Street, Kingston, ON K7K 1R4
22 - East of Sir John A. Blvd, Kingston · Near Divison Street and York Street
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Listing history for 196 York Street
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Frequently asked questions about 196 York Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 196 York Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
196 York Street is listed for $424,900. With 20% down ($84,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $1,714 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,015 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 196 York Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
196 York Street is a detached home in 22 - East of Sir John A. Blvd, Kingston. 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 196 York Street have?
196 York Street has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 1 1/2 storey.
Does 196 York Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 1 space. In total the listing counts 1 parking space.
Does 196 York Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as crawl space.
What style of home is 196 York Street?
196 York Street is a detached home. A detached home stands on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 196 York Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,100 and 1,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 30 x 132 ft.
How is 196 York Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 196 York Street?
Property taxes are $3,617 a year (2025), or about $301 a month.
Where is 196 York Street?
196 York Street is in the 22 - East of Sir John A. Blvd community of Kingston. The nearest main intersection is Divison Street and York Street. The postal code is K7K 1R4.
Is 196 York Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13753846). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 196 York Street asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 135 James Street at $415,000 (3 bed), 626 Alfred Street at $399,000 (3 bed) and 11 Lyons Street at $479,000 (3+1 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 196 York 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 196 York Street?
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.