687 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON L9C 2Z4
Balfour, Hamilton · Near Mcelroy Rd W to Upper James St · View map
About this home
Move-in ready home in one of Hamilton's most convenient locations! Close to schools, parks, shopping, transit, and all the amenities you need. Beautifully updated throughout, this home offers two separate living spaces, ideal for an in-law suite or potential rental income. The upper level features a modern kitchen with quartz countertops, updated appliances, renovated bathrooms, and plenty of natural light. The finished basement with a separate entrance includes its own kitchen and bathroom for added flexibility. Recent updates include windows (2025), furnace (2025), updated light fixtures throughout, and fully renovated bathrooms. With parking for three cars, this is a fantastic opportunity for families, first-time buyers, or investors!
The home
- Type
- 1½-storey detached home
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Basement bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 6
- Basement
- Finished, Full, Separate Entrance
- Lot size
- 50 x 109 ft
- Faces
- East
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
- 3
- Total parking
- 3
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,031/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Tenant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Mcelroy Rd W to Upper James St
- Neighbourhood
- Balfour
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$394 (at 1,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13659608
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The home and its surroundings
- In-Law Suite
- 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.
687 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON L9C 2Z4
Balfour, Hamilton · Near Mcelroy Rd W to Upper James St
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Listing history for 687 Upper James Street
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Frequently asked questions about 687 Upper James Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 687 Upper James Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
687 Upper James Street is listed for $689,000. With 20% down ($137,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,779 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,115 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 687 Upper James Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
687 Upper James Street is a 1½-storey detached home in Balfour, Hamilton. 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 687 Upper James Street have?
687 Upper James Street has 3 bedrooms, plus 2 more bedrooms in the basement, and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 1 1/2 storey.
Does 687 Upper James Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 3 spaces. In total the listing counts 3 parking spaces.
Does 687 Upper James Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished, full, separate entrance. It counts 2 bedrooms on that level. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown. A listing description is not proof of a legal second unit, so confirm zoning and permits with the municipality before counting on rental income.
What style of home is 687 Upper James Street?
687 Upper James Street is a 1½-storey detached home. A 1½-storey home has a full main floor and a partial second floor under the roofline, often with dormer windows.
How big is 687 Upper James Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,500 and 2,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 50 x 109 ft.
How is 687 Upper James Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 687 Upper James Street?
Property taxes are $4,031 a year (2025), or about $336 a month.
Where is 687 Upper James Street?
687 Upper James Street is in the Balfour community of Hamilton. The nearest main intersection is Mcelroy Rd W to Upper James St. The postal code is L9C 2Z4.
Is 687 Upper James Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13659608). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 687 Upper James Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 87 Radford Street at $690,000 (3+2 bed), 133 Rosslyn Avenue S at $659,900 (3 bed) and 240 Bendamere Avenue at $720,000 (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 687 Upper 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 687 Upper 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.