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74 Royal Avenue, Hamilton, ON L8S 2C5

Ainslie Wood
5
2
700–1,100 ft²
Listed by RE/MAX ESCARPMENT REALTY INC.

Assigned school

70% EQAO

Cootes Paradise Public School

Childcare

6 centres

0.4 km closest

Area profile

28% owners

$40k median

Small-area Census counts are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada.

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Property Information

Property TypeDetached
Lot Size37.5 × 100 ft
BasementFinished, Full
Parking2 parking spaces · Private
Property taxes$5,466/yr (2025)
Days on Market67 Days
Listed DateJul 29, 2026
MLS® NumberX13617912

School Catchments

Specialized program boundaries (2)

This address also falls inside these program boundaries. Placement in a specialized or French-language program is by school board application and eligibility — not by address.

School boundaries and eligibility may change. Confirm school eligibility directly with the school board.

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Monthly Cost

Description

Welcome to this charming brick bungalow in Hamilton's sought-after Ainslie Wood neighbourhood, offering an exceptional opportunity for families, investors, or those seeking income potential. Ideally situated just minutes from McMaster University, McMaster Hospital, parks, schools, shopping, public transit, and major highways, this home combines everyday convenience with outstanding versatility. Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring a spacious living room filled with natural light, a functional kitchen with ample cabinetry, two well-sized bedrooms, and a 3-piece bathroom. The thoughtful layout provides comfortable everyday living while maintaining the warmth and character of this well-maintained home. The fully finished basement expands the living space with three additional bedrooms, a second 3-piece bathroom, and excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or student accommodations. With five bedrooms in total, this property presents an excellent investment opportunity in one of Hamilton's strongest rental markets. Situated on a generous 37. 5' x 100' lot with private parking for two vehicles, the home also offers outdoor space to relax, entertain, or further enhance. A new central air conditioning unit was installed in 2021, providing added comfort and peace of mind. The property is currently generating $3,800 per month in rental income, making it an attractive turnkey investment. Located in one of Hamilton's most desirable west-end neighbourhoods, just steps to McMaster University, McMaster Hospital, scenic trails, restaurants, transit, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready property offers an outstanding opportunity for both investors and homeowners alike.

Listing History

Event
Date
Price
Listed
Jul 29, 2026
$729,000

Shows activity for this MLS® listing. Prior listings and sold records appear when available.

Location

Map showing 74 Royal Avenue, Hamilton, ON L8S 2C5 inside the Cootes Paradise Public School attendance boundaryView on Map

Licensed Childcare Nearby

6 licensed centres nearby · closest 390 m

Licensed Child Care Centre
Canadian Martyrs Before And After School Program
1355 Main Street, Hamilton
0.4 km
CWELCC
Before & after school
Operator: Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic Child Care Centres Inc.
Licence #56862·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Mcmaster Children'S Centre Inc
1280 Main Living Learning Centre, Hamilton
0.5 km
CWELCC
Full day
Operator: Mcmaster Children'S Centre Inc.
Licence #60454·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Hamilton Hebrew Academy
60 Dow Avenue, Hamilton
1.0 km
CWELCC
Full day
Operator: Hamilton Hebrew Academy Zichron Meir
Licence #56321·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Mcmaster Students Union Day Care Centre
1145 King Street, Hamilton
1.1 km
CWELCC
Full day
Operator: Mcmaster Students Union Inc.
Licence #02911·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Orange Seeds Montessori Hamilton
1140 King Street, Hamilton
1.2 km
CWELCC
Full day
Operator: 1000714133 Ontario Ltd.
Licence #62072·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Scenicview Childcare
1194 Scenic Drive, Ancaster
1.3 km
CWELCC
Full day
Operator: 1001024294 Ontario Inc
Licence #62016·Child Care Centre

Area Checks

  • About 193 m from a hydro transmission corridor

    Check title for a hydro right-of-way or easement; provincial line mapping is approximate.

    Source: Ontario GeoHub — Utility Line (hydro transmission) · as of Sep 2026

Also checked, nothing flagged at this location: conservation-regulated areas, provincially significant wetlands, the Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment plan, areas of natural and scientific interest, rail corridors.

Not openly mapped for this area (ask the local conservation authority): flood hazard mapping.

Screened against public government mapping at this home’s location — simplified boundaries, not a survey, an appraisal or a legal determination. Confirm anything that matters with the authority named.

About Ainslie Wood

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Area profile

Mostly renter-occupied: 28% of households own and 72% rent; median household income is $39,600; 64% of households have children.

28%
Own their home
72%
Rent
$39,600
Median household income
2.3
Avg. household size
64%
Households with kids
26
Median age
More about this area
39%
University degree
17%
Newcomers (immigrants)
Age profile451 residents
Under 2016%
20–3454%
35–6415%
65+14%

StatCan 2021 Census · the dissemination area around this home (DA 35250669). Values are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada for privacy.

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