204 Balsam Avenue S, Hamilton, ON L8M 3B8
Hamilton, ON, L8M 3B8 · Blakeley
About this property
An exceptional investment opportunity in Hamilton's St.Clair/Blakeley neighbourhood. This skillfully renovated century home offers over 2,100 sq ft of finished living space across three self-contained units, making it an ideal investment property OR an incredible multi-generational home for a large family. Configured as a legal duplex with an in-law suite, it delivers strong rental income potential OR the flexibility to live in one unit while leasing the others potentially bringing your total housing expenses down. Talk about affordable! This property features three well-appointed suites with modern finishes throughout, including updated kitchens with subway tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances, and in-suite laundry in each unit. Durable luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout, ensuring low maintenance and long-term durability. The well-designed layout includes a 2-bedroom unit with a stone patio, a 1-bedroom unit with a private deck, and a spacious 3-bedroom unit spanning two levels with a separate laundry room.Separate hydro meters allow for efficient expense management and increased net returns. The property is currently tenanted by reliable, long-term occupants who are easy to manage and paying at or slightly above market rents, providing immediate, consistent income. Additional features include four-car parking with front and rear alley access, a fully fenced and hardscaped backyard, and strong curb appeal with a covered front porch. Ideally located near Gage Park, Ottawa Street amenities, transit, and key commuter routes, this turnkey property represents a solid addition to any real estate portfolio with both income stability and future growth potential. RSA.
Features & Amenities
- Basement: Finished, Full, Separate Entrance
- Garage: None
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heat Type: Forced Air
- Heat Source: Gas
- Style: 2 1/2 Storey
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Sewer: Sewer
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
|---|---|
| Property Sub-Type | Detached |
| Architectural Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Basement | Finished, Full, Separate Entrance |
| Garage | None |
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Heat Type | Forced Air |
| Heat Source | Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Sewer | Sewer |
| Annual Tax | $5,409 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Carpet Free, In-Law Suite, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Separate Hydro Meter
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Paved Yard, Porch
- Pool Features
- None
Building & Construction
- Architectural Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Construction Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation Details
- Concrete Block
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Basement
- Finished, Full, Separate Entrance
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Heat Source
- Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking & Garage
- Garage Type
- None
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Parking Total
- 4.00
- Parking Features
- Front Yard Parking, Private Triple
- Covered Spaces
- 0
Lot & Land
- Lot Size Units
- Feet
- Lot Depth
- 95.00
- Lot Width
- 28.00
Community & Neighborhood
- Property Features
- Hospital, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, School
Financial & Tax
- Tax Annual Amount
- $5,409
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Possession Type
- Flexible
- Possession Details
- -
Utilities & Services
- Sewer
- Sewer
Room Details
- Rooms Above Grade
- 11
- Kitchens Above Grade
- 3
- Kitchens Total
- 3
- Bedrooms Above Grade
- 6
Additional Details
- Occupant Type
- Tenant
- Direction Faces
- East
- County Or Parish
- Hamilton
- Cross Street
- CUMBERLAND AVE
- Directions
- WEST ONTO CUMBERLAND AVE FROM GAGE AVE S, NORTH ONTO BALSAM AVE S
- Special Designation
- Unknown
- Showing Requirements
- Lockbox, Showing System
Location
204 Balsam Avenue S, Hamilton, ON L8M 3B8, Hamilton, ON, L8M 3B8