43.2557° N · 79.8700° W — Central, Hamilton — MLS® #X13676904
701-36 James St
$374,900
Central, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 4W4
- 2
- BedroomsBeds
- 1
- BathroomsBaths
- 900-999 sqft900-999
- SizeSq ft
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In short · from the listing record
701-36 James St is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in Central, Hamilton, listed for sale at an asking price of $374,900 (MLS® X13676904).
Step into a timeless piece of Hamilton's history at the prestigious Pigott Building (circa1929), located in the heart of downtown at Main & James. This beautifully designed 2-bedroom condo (converted to 1+den) provides a seamless blend of old-world charm and contemporary style, making it ideal for professionals, creatives, and urban lifestyle seekers. Upon entry, the sun-filled living space greets you with stunning city and escarpment views, accentuated by large windows that bathe the home in natural light. The open concept living, dining, and kitchen area features a modern, neutral palette, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar, perfect for casual dining or entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom provides comfort and privacy, while the versatile den/home office offers flexibility for remote work or creative use. A 4-piece bath, in-suite laundry (with a stylish barn door enclosure), and ample storage complete the thoughtfully designed interior. Building amenities include a party room with billiards, a well-equipped gym, and secure underground parking with a private storage locker. With a Walk Score of 98, you are mere steps from GO Transit, major bus routes, the Hamilton Farmers' Market, shopping, and a dynamic selection of restaurants, cafes, and entertainment venues. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Hamilton's history while enjoying the convenience of modern urban living.
Listing readings
How it measures up
Scores from the listing record and the market around it.
66Fair
Condition score
4 condition-related facts documented
Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
36Shortfall
Cash flow quality
−$689/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)
Median of 122 condos with 2 bedrooms for lease in Hamilton right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage, property tax and the condo fee.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The data table
Every fact
Everything the board publishes for this home.
- Tax
- $3,146 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X13676904
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Condo Apt
- Building Age
- 100+
- Time on market
- Size
- 900-999 sqft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Underground, 1 Parking
Listing history
Listing activity for 701-36 James St, Hamilton, Ontario
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $374,900 | N/A | For Sale | X13676904 |
Inside
Room by room
From the listing.
- Dining2.95 × 2.35 mCarpet Free
- Living4.32 × 4.68 mCarpet Free
- Kitchen2.96 × 3.18 mBreakfast Bar
- Br3.03 × 2.65 mCarpet Free
- Primary3.3 × 3.37 mCarpet Free
- Bathroom1.73 × 2.36 m4 Pc Bath, carpet free
Property
- Property Type
- Condo Apt
- Style
- Apartment
- Community
- Central
- Municipality
- Hamilton
Building
- Size
- 900-999 sqft
- Building Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Concrete
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 4pc Main
- Basement Type
- None
- Kitchens
- 1
Parking
- Garage Type
- Underground
- Garage
- 1
- Additional Parking
- 0
- Total Parking
- 1
Utilities
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
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 | 300 m |
| West Harbour GO | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 1.3 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
Condo Apt in Central
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Condos for sale in Central right now
- For sale now
- 19
- Median asking price
- $385K
- New in 7 days
- 1
- Price cuts
- 21%
Middle half: $370K to $459K
4 in 28 days
4 listings
This home is asking 3% below the median.
See all homes in CentralAsking 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.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $4,099
- Total land transfer tax
- $4,099
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $99
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 $374,900
- $1,874
- Ontario total
- $4,099
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
- Central Junior Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–541%Grade 3 average400 m
- Dr. J. Edgar Davey Elementary Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–849%Grade 6 average800 m
- St. Patrick Catholic Elementary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades JK–857%Grade 6 average1.2 km
- ÉÉC Monseigneur-de-LavalConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenirFrench-language Catholic · grades JK–869%Grade 6 average3 km
SecondaryGrade 9 math 2024–25
- Cathedral High SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion43%Grade 9 math1.4 km
- École secondaire Georges-P-VanierConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades 9–1273%Grade 9 math2.3 km
- Westdale Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion57%Grade 9 math2.6 km
- Bernie Custis Secondary School Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–1236%Grade 9 math3.5 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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What it costs to own
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A month, all in
$2,864
- Mortgage$1,711
- Property tax$262
- Condo or maintenance fee$891
A planning figure, not a quote.
Land transfer tax
$4,099
$99 for first-time buyers.
Rent, similar homes
$2,175
a month, median asking rent of 122 similar homes in Hamilton.
Community
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