42 Hess Street N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2S7
Central, Hamilton · Near MARKET ST. · View map
About this home
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to 42 Hess Street North, a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome in the heart of downtown Hamilton! Perfect for first-time buyers, young families, professionals, or anyone looking to enjoy the convenience of urban living. Just a 4-minute walk to vibrant Hess Village and only 5 minutes to TD Coliseum, Jackson Square or the Locke St district, you'll be steps away from trendy restaurants, cafés, shopping, entertainment, and Hamilton's thriving arts and culture scene. Enjoy your own private backyard deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, plus the rare downtown convenience of private rear parking for TWO vehicles! Basement laundry, upgrades include roof (2024), furnace (2024) and new air conditioning (2026), newer kitchen with appliances (2019), washer (2026), plumbing upgrades (2024) and windows (2016). Conveniently located just minutes from Bayfront Park, McMaster University, public transit, and major commuter routes, with easy access to Toronto. Whether you're looking to enter the housing market, raise a family, downsize, or embrace downtown living, this home offers an excellent combination of location, lifestyle, and convenience. Don't miss this turn-key, move-in ready opportunity!
The home
- Type
- Freehold townhouse
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 7
- Basement
- Full, Unfinished
- Lot size
- 18.3 x 81 ft
- Faces
- East
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Stucco (Plaster)
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 2
- Parking features
- Private Double, Lane
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,002/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- MARKET ST.
- Neighbourhood
- Central
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$555 (at 900 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X14120434
No matching details. Ask Will instead
The home and its surroundings
- Water Heater Owned
- Hospital
- Park
- Public Transit
- Rec./Commun.Centre
- Library
- School
- Privacy
- Deck
- 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.
Schools nearby
Open this tab to load nearby schools.
Your commute
Enter where you go every day to see real drive times:
Listing history for 42 Hess Street
See what this home and others at the same address were listed for, what they sold for, and how long it took.
Sold prices are for members. It’s free, takes a few seconds, and unlocks the sale history on every listing.
Frequently asked questions about 42 Hess Street N
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 42 Hess Street N listed for, and what would it cost each month?
42 Hess Street N is listed for $499,900. With 20% down ($99,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,016 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,350 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 42 Hess Street N freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
42 Hess Street N 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 42 Hess Street N have?
42 Hess Street N has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 42 Hess Street N have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 2 spaces. In total the listing counts 2 parking spaces.
Does 42 Hess Street N have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, unfinished.
What style of home is 42 Hess Street N?
42 Hess Street N 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 42 Hess Street N, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 700 and 1,100 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 18.3 x 81 ft.
How is 42 Hess Street N heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 42 Hess Street N?
Property taxes are $4,002 a year (2026), or about $334 a month.
Where is 42 Hess Street N?
42 Hess Street N is in the Central community of Hamilton. The nearest main intersection is MARKET ST.. The postal code is L8R 2S7.
Is 42 Hess Street N still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X14120434). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 42 Hess Street N asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 188 Hess Street N at $499,999 (3+1 bed), 172 Market Street at $399,900 (4 bed) and 148 St Andrews Drive at $599,900 (2+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 42 Hess 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 42 Hess Street N?
Pick a day and time with Book a Tour on this page. Tours are free, with no obligation, in person or by video. You can also call or text 647-931-3923.
Have a different question? Ask about this home and get an answer, usually within the hour.
Similar properties nearby
More properties for sale near Central, picked by style, size and price.
Freehold townhouse$499,999188 Hess Street N, Hamilton3+1 bed · 3 bath · StrathconaCourtesy of: CENTURY 21 PROPERTY ZONE REALTY INC.View home →
Freehold townhouse$399,900172 Market Street, Hamilton4 bed · 2 bath · CentralCourtesy of: RE/MAX ESCARPMENT GOLFI REALTY INC.View home →
Freehold townhouse$599,900148 St Andrews Drive, Hamilton2+1 bed · 2 bath · VincentCourtesy of: REALTY WORLD LEGACYView home →Courtesy of: EXP REALTY
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.