196 King Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3J7
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near St. Paul St. and Geneva St. · View map
About this home
Prime opportunity to acquire a mixed-use downtown property offering a modern, turn-key, functional layout with exceptional street exposure, rare private on-site parking, and outstanding long-term development potential. Ideally suited for investors or owner-operators, this versatile asset combines strong commercial and residential components with flexible M2 zoning, supporting a wide range of uses including commercial, residential, or mixed-use development. The property features a welcoming wrap-around porch that enhances curb appeal, while the interior offers a functional, adaptable layout suitable for a variety of professional uses. Multiple exterior entrances provide excellent flexibility for single or multi-tenant configurations, offering exceptional accessibility and future adaptability. Offering approximately 2,235 sq. ft. of finished above grade space plus an additional 800 sq. ft. in the basement, this property presents an excellent opportunity to customize to your needs. The main floor features a spacious open-concept co-working office, two private offices, a boardroom-style office, and an inviting front foyer complete with a coffee station and a convenient 2-piece washroom. The upper level includes an oversized executive office, three additional private offices, and a well-appointed 3-piece bathroom. Positioned on a high-traffic downtown corridor surrounded by established businesses, restaurants, cafes, and local amenities, the property benefits from consistent exposure and strong foot traffic. Just steps from the Meridian Centre, First Ontario Performing Arts Centre, transit hub, GO Station, and with quick access to Highway 406 and the QEW, the location offers unmatched connectivity across the region. Whether expanding an investment portfolio or securing a strategic location for a growing business, this property delivers exceptional visibility, versatility, and future development potential in one of the city's most desirable downtown settings.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2000-2500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- 9
- Basement
- Finished
- Lot size
- 40.9 x 142 ft
- Faces
- North
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Security
- Alarm System
- Exterior
- Stucco (Plaster)
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 8
- Total parking
- 8
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $11,054/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- St. Paul St. and Geneva St.
- Neighbourhood
- 451 - Downtown
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$300 (at 2,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13812848
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196 King Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3J7
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near St. Paul St. and Geneva St.
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Listing history for 196 King Street
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Frequently asked questions about 196 King Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 196 King Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
196 King Street is listed for $675,000. With 20% down ($135,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,723 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,644 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 196 King Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
196 King 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 196 King Street have?
196 King Street has 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Does 196 King Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 8 spaces. In total the listing counts 8 parking spaces.
Does 196 King 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 196 King Street?
196 King 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 196 King Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 2,000 and 2,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 40.9 x 142 ft.
How is 196 King Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 196 King Street?
Property taxes are $11,054 a year (2025), or about $921 a month.
Where is 196 King Street?
196 King Street is in the 451 - Downtown community of St. Catharines. The nearest main intersection is St. Paul St. and Geneva St.. The postal code is L2R 3J7.
Is 196 King Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13812848). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 196 King Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 42 Russell Avenue at $699,000 (5+1 bed), 141 York Street at $542,900 (4 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 196 King 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 196 King 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.