Old Hamilton Real Estate & Houses for Sale

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a former municipality, Old Hamilton is a good option. Most areas in Old Hamilton are quiet, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue, however some areas can be quite loud, especially close to Red Hill Valley Parkway, Queen Elizabeth Way, one of the railway lines or one of the 2 airports (Hamilton (Chedoke-McMaster Hospital) Heliport,Hamilton (General Hospital) Heliport). However, there are over 400 parks close by for residents to discover, including Macassa Park and Mohawk Sports Park, making it very easy to reach them. Lastly, although this area is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets are still quite lively, and finding one of the over 50 bars is very easy because they are generally situated in very convenient locations.

Transportation

This part of Hamilton affords property owners the choice between different methods of transportation. Thanks to 2 train stations (e.g., Hamilton Go Centre and West Harbour) on the Lakeshore West, and about 40 nearby bus lines, travelling by public transit is convenient in this area. People who want to live in an area that's walkable will also welcome the moderately pedestrian-friendly character of Old Hamilton; many daily errands can be run without a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. The bike is a good method of transportation in Old Hamilton.

Housing

Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing roughly half of dwellings in Old Hamilton, and the remaining properties are mainly large apartment buildings and small apartment buildings. This former municipality is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes. Roughly 55% of the population of this former municipality own their home and 45% are renters. Around 40% of homes in this part of the city were built pre-1960, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s.

Services

It is usually possible for property owners in this former municipality to do their groceries by foot. Additionally, there is usually a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. It is also a reasonably short stroll to a decent variety of clothing stores. With respect to education, schools and daycares are straightforward to access on foot from anywhere in Old Hamilton.