1850 Second Empire Victorian with 6 beds in Durand

Property details for 370 Hess Street S, Hamilton

Type: Residential
Style: Other
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4
Living Area: 4,554 square feet
Lot Size: 0.22
Stories: 3
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Parking: Detached Garage
Heating: Hot water radiator heat, Electric
Cooling: Wall unit, Ductless
Exterior: Brick, Stucco
Ownership: Freehold
Annual Taxes: $14,357

This 1850 Second Empire Victorian is a Hamilton landmark, sitting on a 0.22-acre east/west lot with 76 feet of frontage. It's been in the same family for almost 50 years, and it shows in the well-preserved details: 11-foot ceilings, original crystal chandeliers, plaster medallions with flowers and birds, and wide-plank wood floors. The main floor flows from the foyer (33 feet long!) through a grand arched living/dining room into a south-facing conservatory with French doors to the garden. There's also a family room, library, and a 20x17 eat-in kitchen with a butler's pantry and back staircase. Upstairs, the second floor has three bedrooms plus a primary suite and two baths; the third floor adds four more rooms and a 3pc bath. The third floor has baseboard electric heat, though. The basement is full and unfinished, but with stone foundations and hot water radiator heat, you've got solid bones. Outside, there's a detached garage with space for 5 cars, and the yard is private with mature gardens and one of those famous Durand magnolias. It's a short walk to the Hamilton Conservatory, Mohawk College, and the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. At $1.595M, it's a rare chance to own a piece of history-just be ready for some updating to make it your own.

About 370 Hess Street S, Hamilton — Property Score

Prime Location Spacious Hot Market

Score: 70/100

Value

Priced 16% above area median of $1,375,423 based on 25 comparable properties nearby 46

$350/sqft - 0.8% below the $353/sqft area median 71

Stable pricing - no price changes since original listing date 50

Size

4,554 sqft - 54% more space than similarly priced homes (2,955 sqft median) 100

6 bedrooms - 2 more than similarly priced 4-bedroom homes nearby 84

4 bathrooms - typical for similarly priced properties 60

9,583 sqft lot - a generous lot for the area 78

Location

$183K median household income - well above the Canadian average of $70K 100

88% of residents hold postsecondary credentials - a highly educated neighbourhood 95

91% homeownership rate - indicating a stable, owner-occupied community 93

79% of residents commute under 30 minutes - excellent commuter accessibility 93

1,544/km² population density - a well-balanced suburban area 85

Market

Just listed - area average is 63 days on market 100

+33.3% median price change over 1 month - rising prices in the area 100

38.2 months of housing supply - 1871 active listings with 49 sold last month (buyer's market) 40

Features

5-car garage - more than the area average of 4.8 spots 95

Unfinished, Full basement - adds valuable living space 85

Hot water radiator heat, Electric 50

Ductless mini-split cooling - energy-efficient option 80

3 fireplaces - a desirable feature for Canadian winters 85

No premium extras like pool, waterfront, or view 50

Investment

0.9% effective tax rate ($14,357/yr) - below the Canadian average of ~1% 73

6% renter population - primarily owner-occupied area 38

Quality

Condition

Listing

47 photos provided - 24% more than the area average of 38 photos 92

6 of 7 key property details provided (86%) - comprehensive listing with excellent detail 86

* This property score is an approximate estimate based on publicly available data, nearby comparable listings, and automated analysis. Scores are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional appraisals or investment advice. Actual property values may vary. We recommend consulting a licensed real estate professional for accurate assessments.