198 Duke Street, Hamilton, ON L8P 1Y2

Nestled in Hamilton's highly sought-after Durand neighbourhood, this captivating circa-1860 heritage home offers an exceptional rental opportunity, ideal for professionals seeking a quiet and refined urban lifestyle. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this exceptional 1. 5-storey home seamlessly blends historic character with contemporary style and modern convenience. A bright, welcoming entrance leads to elegant principal rooms featuring 9-foot ceilings, crown moulding, high baseboards, pocket doors, an original fireplace, rich hickory hardwood flooring, and a versatile main-floor bedroom ideal for a home office or reading retreat. The beautifully updated gourmet kitchen showcases granite countertops, abundant storage, quality finishes, and convenient adjacent laundry facilities. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the private backyard oasis features a spacious deck, water feature, pergola, perennial gardens, and secure, locked gated parking for two vehicles. Two beautifully appointed four-piece bathrooms offer spa-inspired comfort with deep soaker tubs and glass-enclosed showers, while the primary bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with exposed brick and generous closet space. Located just moments from downtown amenities, restaurants, cafés, hospitals, transit, and major commuter routes, this meticulously maintained home offers an exceptional opportunity for discerning tenants seeking a distinctive residence in one of Hamilton's most desirable neighbourhoods. A rare combination of heritage charm, privacy, and urban convenience.

• 186 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 Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment plan, 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.