173 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y8
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Carlton St & Lake St · View map
About this home
Welcome to 173 Lake Street, St. Catharines, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that blends modern upgrades with timeless charm. Nearly every aspect of this property has been renovated, including a brand-new kitchen, updated bathrooms, new electrical throughout with ESA approval, and fully refreshed interior spaces. The basement and main levels were completely redone in 2026, with the upper floor renovated in 2022, complemented by fresh interior paint in 2026 and exterior paint completed in 2022. Major mechanical updates include a new furnace and water tank installed in 2021, offering peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy a freshly painted porch and a newly laid parking pad completed in 2026. This move-in-ready home is an exceptional opportunity for families, first-time buyers, or investors looking for a turnkey property in a convenient St. Catharines location.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 12
- Basement
- Finished
- Lot size
- 35 x 145 ft
- Faces
- East
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Wood
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 1
- Total parking
- 1
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $3,144/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Carlton St & Lake St
- Neighbourhood
- 451 - Downtown
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$346 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13153270
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The home and its surroundings
- Water Heater Owned
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
173 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y8
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Carlton St & Lake St
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Listing history for 173 Lake Street
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Frequently asked questions about 173 Lake Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 173 Lake Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
173 Lake Street is listed for $449,900. With 20% down ($89,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $1,815 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,077 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 173 Lake Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
173 Lake Street is a 2-storey detached home in 451 - Downtown, St. Catharines. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 173 Lake Street have?
173 Lake Street has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Does 173 Lake Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 1 space. In total the listing counts 1 parking space.
Does 173 Lake Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 173 Lake Street?
173 Lake Street is a 2-storey detached home. A 2-storey detached house has its living space on the main floor and the bedrooms upstairs, on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 173 Lake Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,100 and 1,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 35 x 145 ft.
How is 173 Lake Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 173 Lake Street?
Property taxes are $3,144 a year (2025), or about $262 a month.
Where is 173 Lake Street?
173 Lake Street is in the 451 - Downtown community of St. Catharines. The nearest main intersection is Carlton St & Lake St. The postal code is L2R 5Y8.
Is 173 Lake Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13153270). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 173 Lake Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 42 North Street at $450,000 (4 bed), 26 Lowell Avenue at $459,000 (3 bed) and 118 Lowell Avenue at $495,000 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 173 Lake Street sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 173 Lake Street?
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Listing information comes from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board through PropTx and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. It is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA.
*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.