187 Emerald Street South, Hamilton, ONL8N 2V6

Welcome to 187 Emerald Street South, a charming century home tucked away on a quiet dead-end street in Hamilton's desirable Stinson neighbourhood, nestled against the escarpment. Filled with character and offering incredible potential, this home showcases beautiful original wood trim and doors, spacious principal rooms and a functional layout ready to be enjoyed, refreshed or thoughtfully restored to suit your vision. The main level features a comfortable living room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen and additional flexible living space. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, including access to a walkout balcony. The finished attic is fully insulated and provides valuable additional space. The dry basement offers additional usable space, laundry and storage, along with a convenient walkout. Important updates include updated electrical and plumbing, providing a great foundation for future improvements. A rear entrance adds further functionality, while the detached garage and covered carport provide excellent parking and storage options. Outside, enjoy a private, fenced setting with multiple outdoor areas and covered space. Full of potential and boasting great bones, this is an exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life while preserving the warmth and character of a classic century home. The location is equally impressive. Just blocks from Augusta Street's popular restaurants, cafés and lively bars, with parks, schools and scenic escarpment trails nearby. Public transit, the Hamilton GO Centre and convenient highway access make commuting easy. A wonderful opportunity to own a character-filled home with versatile living space, valuable updates and outstanding potential in a convenient Hamilton neighbourhood.

• Inside Ontario's Greenbelt plan area — Niagara Escarpment Plan

  Greenbelt policy limits new development — confirm permitted uses before planning a build or severance.

  Source: Ontario GeoHub — Greenbelt Designation · as of Sep 2026

• Inside the Niagara Escarpment plan area — Urban Area

  Development here can need a Niagara Escarpment Commission permit — confirm before committing to changes.

  Source: Ontario GeoHub — Niagara Escarpment Plan Designation · as of Sep 2026

• 31 m from a rail corridor

  Visit at train times to judge noise and vibration for yourself.

  Source: Ontario Railway Network (ORWN) · as of Sep 2026

Also checked, nothing flagged at this location: conservation-regulated areas, provincially significant wetlands, the Oak Ridges Moraine, areas of natural and scientific interest, hydro transmission 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.