176 James Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5C5
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Lake St., Welland Ave. · View map
About this home
BEAUTIFULLY renovated, tastefully decorated brownstone is nestled in an urban chic downtown location on trendy "Lawyer's Row". This stunning home has been updated to today's standards while preserving the character and fine craftmanship in such details as intricate ceilings, high coved moldings, wide baseboards, stained glass, marble fireplace. Renovated throughout by HGTV's Scott McGillivray and interior design byJohn Kazmir, bringing luxurious interiors, gorgeous lighting, custom cabinetry and open light filled spaces. Chef's gourmet kitchen with large island, coffered ceiling, quartz counters, Thermador stainless steel gas range, fridge, dishwasher and 36 bottle high end wine fridge, heated floors, second staircase to 2nd floor, walkout to cedar screened Sunroom overlooking private, landscaped backyard, ideal for seasonal entertaining. Inlaid hardwood throughout, deep windows, 10 ft. ceilings on main and second floors, custom bookshelves, 2 pc powder rm. Second floor w/ 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths incl. ensuite privilege w/claw foot tub, reclaimed brick wall, stained glass window. Second full bath w/laundry, double sinks, glass shower, hydronic towel warmer. Updated windows, roof (2018) high efficiency boiler (2018) c/air (2018). NEW ONE OF A KIND GLASS WALLED WINE CELLAR - up to 2100 bottle CAPACITY, Vintage Cellar wine racks & 2 wall mounted oak Champagne racks. Ideally located a short walk to Montebello Park, downtown businesses, shops and cafes, Niagara's best restaurants, Meridian Arena, Performing Arts Centre. Close to major highways, Ridley College, Brock U, Toronto, Hamilton, Buffalo & Niagara airports, fabulous hiking and cycling trails, scenic Niagara wine routes, all amenities., Commercial zoning allows many live/work opportunities. This impeccable home will impress the most discerning buyer! See Supplemental documents for additional information and features.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2500-3000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 12
- Basement
- Full, Partially Finished
- Lot size
- 40 x 115 ft
- Faces
- East
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Radiant
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 4
- Total parking
- 4
- Parking features
- Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $5,300/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- 1-29 days
- Cross street
- Lake St., Welland Ave.
- Neighbourhood
- 451 - Downtown
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- Price per sq ft
- ~$327 (at 2,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13228818
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The home and its surroundings
- Carpet Free
- Arts Centre
- Fenced Yard
- Golf
- Hospital
- Library
- Park
- 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.
176 James Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5C5
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Lake St., Welland Ave.
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Listing history for 176 James Street
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Frequently asked questions about 176 James Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 176 James Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
176 James Street is listed for $899,000. With 20% down ($179,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $3,626 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $4,068 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 176 James Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
176 James 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 176 James Street have?
176 James Street has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Does 176 James Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 4 spaces. In total the listing counts 4 parking spaces.
Does 176 James Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, partially finished. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 176 James Street?
176 James 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 176 James Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 2,500 and 3,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 40 x 115 ft.
How is 176 James Street heated and cooled?
Heating is radiant (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 176 James Street?
Property taxes are $5,300 a year (2025), or about $442 a month.
Where is 176 James Street?
176 James Street is in the 451 - Downtown community of St. Catharines. The nearest main intersection is Lake St., Welland Ave.. The postal code is L2R 5C5.
Is 176 James Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13228818). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 176 James Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 52 Yates Street at $934,900 (3 bed), 8 Trafalgar Street at $759,000 (3 bed) and 193 ONTARIO Street at $699,900 (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 176 James 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 176 James 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.