687 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON

$599,900
MLS#:X13049834
5 beds
2 baths
1500-2000 sqft
3.0 parking
Residential Freehold
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Description

Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable ["1 1/2 Storey"] detached located in the coveted neighborhood of Balfour. Expertly crafted featuring premium brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $599,900 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.

  • 5 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms with 2 functional kitchens
  • Generous living space spanning 1500-2000 sqft on a premium 50 x 109 ft lot
  • Features a ["finished", "full", "separate entrance"] basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • 3.0 total parking spaces available
  • Notable attributes: In-Law Suite
  • equipped with ["central air"] central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via gas

Move-in ready one-and-a-half storey, three-bedroom home in a prime Hamilton location, close to all amenities. Featuring a newer kitchen with quartz countertops and recently updated appliances, this home offers stylish, modern living throughout. Major updates include windows (2025), furnace (2025), light fixtures and both bathrooms. Enjoy the flexibility of a full separate basement unit with two bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom-ideal for an in-law suite or income potential. With parking for three cars, this is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. RSA.

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Key Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Kitchens
2
Living Area
1500-2000 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusTerminated
Listed Date4/27/2026
Transaction TypeFor Sale

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDetached
Architectural Style1 1/2 Storey
ConstructionBrick
BasementFinished, Full, Separate Entrance
Lot Size50 × 109 Feet
CountyHamilton
Annual Tax$4,031
Legal DescriptionLT 4 & PT LT 43, PL 551 , AS IN HL229889 EXCEPT CM335 ; HAMILTON

Parking & Garage

Parking Spaces3.0
Garage Spaces3
Garage TypeNone

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingCentral Air

Features

Property Features

Interior Features

In-Law Suite

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Community Features

Location

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687 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON
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Pricing & Value Insights

Data-driven valuation for 687 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON L9C 2Z4

Estimated Sales Range
$1.2M - $1.4M

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Estimated Costs

Loan Amount$479,920
Monthly Mortgage$2,789
Property Tax (Est.)$336
Utilities & Maint.$350
Total Monthly Cost$3,475

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City & Neighborhood Guide

Comprehensive city-wide demographics, local real estate stats, and school rankings for Balfour, Hamilton.

Verified Local Data
City Population785,184
City Median Age41.6 Yrs
City Ownership69% Owners
Avg Area List Price$688,000

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
27%
Families with children
45%
Couples without children
27%
Other households
1%

Top Ethnic Origins

English21%
Scottish17%
Irish16%
Canadian13%

Local Schools Guide

Elementary Schools

Norwood Park
PublicBalfour, Hamilton, Ontario
8.4
Sts Peter & Paul
Public49 Fennell Avenue East, Balfour, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1R5
6.4
Ridgemount
Public65 Hester Street, Greeningdon, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 2N3
5.3
Queensdale
Public67 Queensdale Avenue East, Centremount, Hamilton, Ontario, L9A 1K4
6.6
Buchanan Park
Public30 Laurier Avenue, Buchanan, Hamilton, Ontario, L9C 3R9
3.8

Secondary Schools

Westmount
Public39 Montcalm Drive, Rolston, Hamilton, Ontario, L9C 4B1
7.3

Homes & Housing

Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied69%
Rented31%

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