43.2489° N · 79.8660° W — Corktown, Hamilton — MLS® #X13452906
146 Forest Ave
$760,000
Corktown, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1X5
- 2+1
- BedroomsBeds
- 2
- BathroomsBaths
- 1500-2000 sqft1500-2000
- SizeSq ft
- 68.24 x 29.7 ft
- Lot sizeLot
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In short · from the listing record
146 Forest Ave is a 2+1-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex in Corktown, Hamilton, listed for sale at an asking price of $760,000 (MLS® X13452906).
Proof that quality duplexes still exist. This stylish Victorian corner property 2-family home seamlessly blends modern updates with stunning period details. Featuring soaring ceilings, exposed brick, abundant natural light, private entrances, parking, and in-suite laundry in both units, this is an exceptional investment opportunity. Unit 1 offers a spacious 1-bedroom layout with soaring ceilings, an updated kitchen, generous living room and bedroom, in-suite laundry, and a private entrance off the driveway. Unit 2 is a character-filled 2-bedroom suite with a combined living and dining room, exposed brick, updated kitchen, impressive ceiling heights, and a charming entrance showcasing original staircase details. Updates include a 3/4" water supply, separate hydro and gas meters, two water heaters, and newer washers and dryers for each unit (2022/2026). Fair market rents, A+++ tenants, and pride of ownership throughout make this a standout property. Ideally located steps to St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, the Hunter Street GO Station, and directly across from beautiful Corktown Park. Enjoy easy access to vibrant cafés, restaurants along Augusta and James Street South, and all the amenities that make Corktown one of Hamilton's most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Listing readings
How it measures up
Scores from the listing record and the market around it.
73Good
Condition score
1 documented update signal
Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
29Shortfall
Cash flow quality
−$1,205/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)
Median of 7 homes with 3 bedrooms for lease in Corktown right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage and property tax.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The data table
Every fact
Everything the board publishes for this home.
- Tax
- $4,641 / 2025
- MLS® number
- X13452906
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Building Age
- 100+
- Time on market
- Size
- 1500-2000 sqft
- Lot Size
- 68.24 x 29.7 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- None, 3 Parking
Listing history
Listing activity for 146 Forest Ave, Hamilton, Ontario
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $760,000 | N/A | Pc | X13452906 |
Inside
Room by room
From the listing.
- Living3.96 × 4.19 mCombined W/Dining
- Kitchen3.38 × 2.67 m
- Primary4.0 × 5.26 m
- Bathroom1.78 × 2.95 m4 Pc Bath
- Laundry2.13 × 1.19 m
- Living4.09 × 4.37 mCombined W/Dining
- Primary4.67 × 3.68 m
- 2nd Br3.25 × 2.44 m
- Kitchen2.31 × 4.06 m
- Bathroom1.68 × 1.7 m4 Pc Bath
- Laundry1.52 × 1.52 m
Property
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Community
- Corktown
- Municipality
- Hamilton
Building
- Size
- 1500-2000 sqft
- Building Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Brick
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 2+1
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 4pc Main, 1 × 4pc 2nd
- Basement Type
- Full
- Kitchens
- 1
Parking
- Driveway
- Private
- Garage Type
- None
- Additional Parking
- 3
- Total Parking
- 3
Utilities
- Water
- Municipal
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
Land
- Sewer
- Sewers
- Frontage
- 68.24 ft
- Depth
- 29.7 ft
- Lot Size
- 68.24 x 29.7 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 | 550 m |
| West Harbour GO | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 2 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.
Site report
What the record says
What the City and the conservation authority have on file for this address.
Lot
- Lot area
- 2,027 sq ft188 m²
- Street frontage
- 68.24 ft20.8 m
- Depth
- 29.7 ft9.1 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, measured by GeoWarehouse.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $11,675
- Total land transfer tax
- $11,675
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $7,675
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 $760,000
- $7,200
- Ontario total
- $11,675
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
- Queen Victoria Elementary Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–848%Grade 6 average50 m
- Central Junior Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–541%Grade 3 average900 m
- St. Patrick Catholic Elementary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades JK–857%Grade 6 average900 m
- ÉÉC Notre-DameConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenirFrench-language Catholic · grades JK–880%Grade 6 average2.6 km
SecondaryGrade 9 math 2024–25
- Cathedral High SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion43%Grade 9 math1 km
- École secondaire Georges-P-VanierConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades 9–1273%Grade 9 math3 km
- Westdale Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion57%Grade 9 math3.1 km
- Bernie Custis Secondary School Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–1236%Grade 9 math3.1 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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What it costs to own
Worked out for this home. Change any number.
A month, all in
$3,855
- Mortgage$3,468
- Property tax$387
A planning figure, not a quote.
Land transfer tax
$11,675
$7,675 for first-time buyers.
Rent, similar homes
$2,650
a month, median asking rent of 7 similar homes in Corktown.
Community
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