262 Main Street W, Grimsby, ON L3M 1S4
541 - Grimsby West, Grimsby · Near Linden And Main · View map
About this home
HISTORIC CHARMER STEPS FROM TOWN - Welcome to Nixon Hall, a Grimsby landmark since 1854, offering a rare blend of heritage and modern luxury. This magnificent home boasts over 3,600 square feet of recently upgraded finished living space, marrying historical character with contemporary comfort, all within walking distance of local amenities. Step inside the main floor to find soaring 10-foot ceilings and exquisite original millwork that evoke a sense of timeless elegance. The space features a seamless flow from a bright living room with elegant crown moulding into a cozy parlour through French doors, each space anchored by a charming, original (as is) fireplace. A large dining room with its own original fireplace (as is) provides the perfect setting for gatherings. The heart of the home is the stunning, newly designed kitchen, a chef's delight with extended height cabinetry, solid surface countertops, a practical breakfast bar, and high-end stainless steel appliances. A convenient 2-piece powder room and a practical main floor office with a dedicated side porch complete this level. Upstairs, the grandeur continues with four generously sized bedrooms, one offering ensuite privilege to a 3-piece bath with a charming clawfoot tub. A recently upgraded 4-piece bathroom, featuring a beautiful glass shower, serves the other rooms. The second floor also includes a convenient laundry room and an additional small bedroom, office, or den space overlooking the private backyard. Nixon Hall has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, with recent improvements including cedar shake shingles (within 5 years), professional sandblasting of the entire exterior, extensive interior and exterior painting, and significant landscaping enhancements, including repairs to the historic exterior porches. This is more than a home; it's a piece of Grimsby's history, awaiting the next family to fill its halls with a lifetime of memories.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 3500-5000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 5
- Basement
- Full, Unfinished
- Lot size
- 120.1 x 215.5 ft
- Faces
- North
- View
- Trees/Woods
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 10
- Total parking
- 10
- Parking features
- Private, Private Double
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $9,893/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flex
- Cross street
- Linden And Main
- Neighbourhood
- 541 - Grimsby West
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$282 (at 4,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X14088944
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The home and its surroundings
- Greenbelt/Conservation
- Hospital
- Library
- Marina
- Park
- Wooded/Treed
- Porch
- 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.
262 Main Street, Grimsby, ON L3M 1S4
541 - Grimsby West, Grimsby · Near Linden And Main
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Listing history for 262 Main Street
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Frequently asked questions about 262 Main Street W
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 262 Main Street W listed for, and what would it cost each month?
262 Main Street W is listed for $1,199,900. With 20% down ($239,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $4,840 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $5,664 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 262 Main Street W freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
262 Main Street W is a 2-storey detached home in 541 - Grimsby West, Grimsby. 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 262 Main Street W have?
262 Main Street W has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Does 262 Main Street W have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 10 spaces. In total the listing counts 10 parking spaces.
Does 262 Main Street W have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, unfinished.
What style of home is 262 Main Street W?
262 Main Street W 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 262 Main Street W, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 3,500 and 5,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 120.1 x 215.5 ft.
How is 262 Main Street W heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 262 Main Street W?
Property taxes are $9,893 a year (2025), or about $824 a month.
Where is 262 Main Street W?
262 Main Street W is in the 541 - Grimsby West community of Grimsby. The nearest main intersection is Linden And Main. The postal code is L3M 1S4.
Is 262 Main Street W still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X14088944). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 262 Main Street W asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 260 Main Street E at $1,450,000 (4 bed), Lot 4 - 14 Linden (LOT 4) Lane at $1,150,000 (4 bed) and 138 Livingston Avenue at $875,000 (4+2 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 262 Main 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 262 Main Street W?
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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.