43.2465° N · 79.8812° W — Durand, Hamilton — MLS® #X13003772
26 RAVENSCLIFFE Ave
$5,900,000
Durand, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 3M4
- 11
- BedroomsBeds
- 7
- BathroomsBaths
- 5000 + sqft5000 +
- SizeSq ft
- 119.33 x 119.33 ft
- Lot sizeLot
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In short · from the listing record
26 RAVENSCLIFFE Ave is an 11-bedroom, 7-bathroom detached house in Durand, Hamilton, listed for sale at an asking price of $5,900,000 (MLS® X13003772).
A landmark of extraordinary distinction, Ravenscliffe Castle stands as one of Hamilton's most iconic and historically significant residences. Built in 1881 by renowned architect James Balfour, this Romanesque Gothic masterpiece is crafted from imported Scottish stone and defined by dramatic rooflines, a commanding five storey tower, and a striking turret that rises above the surrounding treetops. Spanning approximately 12,000 square feet, the residence unfolds across grand principal rooms with soaring ceilings and remarkable architectural detail throughout. Original carved woodwork, intricate plaster mouldings, ceiling medallions, and rich paneling have been preserved, reflecting a level of craftsmanship rarely found today. The home offers an impressive layout with multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and fireplaces, along with formal living and dining spaces designed for both intimate gatherings and large-scale entertaining. A grand staircase, secondary service staircase, and original staff quarters speak to the home's storied past, while the upper levels and tower offer sweeping views over the city. Set within the prestigious Durand neighbourhood, at the base of the escarpment, the property is surrounded by mature trees and established streetscapes, just moments from downtown amenities, hospitals, transit, and vibrant dining and cultural destinations. Ravenscliffe Castle is more than a residence, it is a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Canadian architectural history, offering scale, presence, and legacy for a discerning buyer ready to restore and reimagine its next chapter. Luxury Certified.
Listing readings
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Scores from the listing record and the market around it.
68Good
Condition score
6 condition-related facts documented
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The data table
Every fact
Everything the board publishes for this home.
- Tax
- $29,540 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X13003772
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Detached
- Building Age
- 100+
- Time on market
- Size
- 5000 + sqft
- Lot Size
- 119.33 x 119.33 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Carport, 11 Parking
Listing history
Listing activity for 26 RAVENSCLIFFE Ave, Hamilton, Ontario
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $5,900,000 | N/A | Pc | X13003772 |
Inside
Room by room
From the listing.
- Living6.91 × 9.58 m
- Rec5.44 × 10.29 m
- Dining5.03 × 10.24 m
- Kitchen4.98 × 7.92 m
- Family5.16 × 5.49 m
- Sunroom3.71 × 6.93 m
- Other23.7 × 2.95 m
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m2 Pc Bath
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m2 Pc Bath
- Primary4.72 × 7.06 m
- Br5.36 × 4.8 m
- Br5.16 × 6.45 m
- Br4.39 × 2.84 m
- Br4.04 × 3.2 m
- Family5.08 × 9.86 m
- Sunroom3.15 × 6.86 m
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m4 Pc Bath
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m3 Pc Bath
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m3 Pc Bath
- Br5.18 × 4.67 m
- Br5.31 × 4.78 m
- Br5.16 × 6.02 m
- Br4.52 × 5.51 m
- Br3.76 × 3.43 m
- Br3.76 × 2.92 m
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m3 Pc Bath
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m5 Pc Bath
- Other6.96 × 6.12 m
- Other4.39 × 2.51 m
- Other3.23 × 5.69 m
- Other4.78 × 4.37 m
- Other4.83 × 4.09 m
- Other5.16 × 2.92 m
- Other5.16 × 5.13 m
- Bathroom0.0 × 0.0 m2 Pc Bath
- Other2.67 × 5.18 m
Property
- Property Type
- Detached
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Community
- Durand
- Municipality
- Hamilton
Building
- Size
- 5000 + sqft
- Building Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Brick
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 11
- Bathrooms
- 7
- Bathroom Details
- 2 × 2pc Main, 1 × 4pc 2nd, 2 × 3pc 2nd, 1 × 3pc 3rd, 1 × 5pc 3rd
- Basement Type
- Full
- Kitchens
- 1
Parking
- Driveway
- Circular
- Garage Type
- Carport
- Garage
- 1
- Additional Parking
- 10
- Total Parking
- 11
Utilities
- Water
- Municipal
- Cooling
- Window Unit
- Heating Type
- Radiant
Land
- Sewer
- Sewers
- Frontage
- 119.33 ft
- Depth
- 119.33 ft
- Lot Size
- 119.33 x 119.33 ft
Where it sits
The street and the area
Asking prices on the map.
Map and tour
Transit nearby
| Station | Lines | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton GO Centre | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 1.2 km |
| West Harbour GO | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 2.6 km |
The nearest subway, light rail, train, bus rapid transit stations 5 km, as the crow flies. Source: GO Transit schedule data (GTFS) from Metrolinx under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx, downloaded October 18, 2026. Data used in this product or service is provided with the permission of Metrolinx. Metrolinx makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to the Data and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or currency of the data used in this product or service. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx.
Around it
Detached in Durand
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Detached homes for sale in Durand right now
- For sale now
- 8
- Median asking price
- $1.32M
- New in 7 days
- 0
- Price cuts
- 38%
Middle half: $803K to $1.72M
0 in 28 days
3 listings
This home is asking 346% above the median, higher than three quarters of them.
See all homes in DurandAsking prices and counts of the MLS® listings on this site as of today. Asking figures only, never sold or leased prices.
Site report
What the record says
What the City and the conservation authority have on file for this address.
- provincial plansOn recordInside the Greenbelt (Niagara Escarpment Plan) and the Niagara Escarpment plan area (Urban Area) These provincial plans set policies on new buildings, new lots and some changes to the land; the municipality can say which apply to this property.
- wetlandNone in rangeNo mapped wetland within 120 m
- aggregateNone in rangeNo licensed pit or quarry within 2 km
- wellsNone in rangeNo recorded oil, gas or salt well within 250 m
- transitOn recordTransit stop within 400 m From the transit agency’s published stop map; the nearest is 240 m away. Routes and stops change; check the agency’s schedule.
- trailOn recordA trail on the Ontario trail network within 1 km
- airportOn recordNearest airport: 7.7 km
- water wellsNone in rangeNo water-supply well recorded within 250 m
- npriNone in rangeNo facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment Canada The nearest is Longwood Energy Corporation — MIP BEAM Energy Centre, 2.0 km away. Only facilities above the inventory’s reporting thresholds are listed.
- fcsiNone in rangeNo federal contaminated site within 1 km The federal inventory covers federal land only; it says nothing about provincial or private sites.
- electricityOn recordElectricity is distributed here by Alectra Utilities Corporation
- internet speedOn recordWired internet 50/10 Mbps or faster is listed at a household 40 m away Fixed wireless 50/10 Mbps or faster. LTE mobile coverage listed. ISED’s National Broadband Data at the nearest household point (40 m from the listing); 50/10 Mbps is its top category and includes faster plans. Confirm with a provider for this address.
- broadbandOn recordAcross the surrounding area: fibre to the home, cable, DSL internet listed Fibre to the home: Bell, NFTC, Rogers. Cable: Cogeco Connexion, Rogers. DSL: Bell. Fixed wireless: Bell, Rogers, SkyChoice Communications, Xplore. Mobile: Bell, Freedom Mobile, Rogers, Telus. Satellite: Xplore. ISED’s list for the surrounding ~25 km² area; check with a provider for this address.
Each record is the map at the home’s location, not an inspection. Confirm anything that matters with the municipality, Hamilton Conservation Authority or the record’s publisher.
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Lot
- Lot area
- 14,240 sq ft1,323 m²
- Street frontage
- 119.33 ft36.4 m
- Depth
- 119.33 ft36.4 m
The area is the frontage multiplied by the depth, so boundaries are approximate. Confirm with a survey before you buy.
Source: the MLS® listing record.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $133,975
- Total land transfer tax
- $133,975
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $129,975
See how this is worked out
- 0.5% on the first $55,000
- $275
- 1.0% from $55,000 to $250,000
- $1,950
- 1.5% from $250,000 to $400,000
- $2,250
- 2.0% from $400,000 to $2,000,000
- $32,000
- 2.5% from $2,000,000 to $5,900,000
- $97,500
- Ontario total
- $133,975
An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.
Schools
Nearest schools
Straight-line distances. Check catchments with the board.
ElementaryEQAO average 2024–25
- St. Joseph Catholic Elementary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades JK–8 · French Immersion84%Grade 6 average800 m
- Queensdale SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–863%Grade 6 average900 m
- Central Junior Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–541%Grade 3 average1 km
- ÉÉC Monseigneur-de-LavalConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenirFrench-language Catholic · grades JK–869%Grade 6 average1.6 km
SecondaryGrade 9 math 2024–25
- Westdale Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion57%Grade 9 math2.2 km
- Cathedral High SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion43%Grade 9 math2.2 km
- École secondaire Georges-P-VanierConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades 9–1273%Grade 9 math2.4 km
- Westmount Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–1266%Grade 9 math2.5 km
EQAO: share of students at or above the provincial standard, 2024–25 (Ontario open data). These are the schools nearest this home, not the schools it is assigned to: boundaries change, and some schools take students by application. Confirm with the board before you buy. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.
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A month, all in
$29,379
- Mortgage$26,917
- Property tax$2,462
A planning figure, not a quote.
Land transfer tax
$133,975
$129,975 for first-time buyers.
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