Detached House for sale at 176 James Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 5C5 - Downtown - MLS: X13228818

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176 James Street

St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 5C5 - Downtown

$899,000

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Neighbourhood

Downtown
Major Intersection

Lake St., Welland Ave.

Listed Since: 3 day(s)
Last update: today

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Overview

Property Type

Detached, 2-Storey
Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

3
Basement

Full + Part Fin
Kitchen

1
Total Parking

4
Lot Size

40x115 (Feet)
Taxes

$5,300.00 (2025)
Type

Freehold

Property Description

Property description for 176 James Street, St. Catharines

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.

Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE NRC REALTY

Property details

MLS #

X13228818
Sq. Ft

2500-3000
Sq. Ft. Source

MLS
Lot Irregularities

n/a
Year Built

Available Upon Request
Pool

None
Drive

Private, Other
Garage

None
Total Parking

4
Family Room

Y
Den

Y
Exterior

Brick
Fireplace

Y
Roof

Asphalt Shingle
Foundation

Stone
Elevator

n/a
Water View

n/a
Laundry Level

n/a
Heat

Radiant
A/C

Central Air
Water

Municipal
Water Supply

n/a
Sewers

Sewers
Central Vac

N

MLS #

X13228818
Sq. Ft

2500-3000
Sq. Ft. Source

MLS
Lot Irregularities

n/a
Year Built

Available Upon Request
Pool

None
Drive

Private, Other
Garage

None
Total Parking

4
Family Room

Y
Den

Y
Exterior

Brick
Fireplace

Y
Roof

Asphalt Shingle
Foundation

Stone
Elevator

n/a
Water View

n/a
Laundry Level

n/a
Heat

Radiant
A/C

Central Air
Water

Municipal
Water Supply

n/a
Sewers

Sewers
Central Vac

N

Living

4.26 x 4.01 ft Main level
Dining

4.8 x 4.11 ft Main level
Family

5.41 x 5.0 ft Main level
Kitchen

6.09 x 3.75 ft Main level

Eat-In Kitchen
Sunroom

4.57 x 3.65 ft Main level
Bathroom

1.95 x 0.701 ft Main level
Primary

6.09 x 3.96 ft 2nd level
Br

3.96 x 3.96 ft 2nd level
Br

3.96 x 3.88 ft 2nd level
Bathroom

3.688 x 1.252 ft 2nd level

Ensuite Bath, Leaded Glass, Semi Ensuite
Bathroom

6.217 x 1.252 ft 2nd level

Double Sink

Contact Manoj Kukreja

Sales Representative,
Century 21 People’s Choice Realty Inc.,
Brokerage
(647) 576 - 2100

Property History

Property history for 176 James Street, St. Catharines

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Average Selling Price of a Detached

May 2026

$493,889

Last 3 Months

$471,819

Last 12 Months

$489,153

May 2025

$690,118

Last 3 Months LY

$582,056

Last 12 Months LY

$545,376

Change

-28%

Change

-19%

Change

-10%

Number of Detached Sold

May 2026

Last 3 Months

Last 12 Months

May 2025

Last 3 Months LY

Last 12 Months LY

Change

64%

Change

40%

Change

10%

How many days Detached takes to sell (DOM)

May 2026

Last 3 Months

Last 12 Months

May 2025

Last 3 Months LY

Last 12 Months LY

Change

12%

Change

36%

Change

45%

Average Selling price

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Provincial Land Transfer Tax

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PST on CMHC Insurance Premium

Lawyer Fees

$2,825

Government Registration Fee's

$164

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Ontario Land Transfer Tax Rebate

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Toronto Land Transfer Tax Rebate

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$2,825

Government Registarion Fee's

$164

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* A down payment of less than 20% is permitted only for first-time home buyers purchasing their principal residence. The minimum down payment required is 5% for the portion of the purchase price up to $500,000, and 10% for the portion between $500,000 and $1,500,000. For properties priced over $1,500,000, a minimum down payment of 20% is required.

Contact Manoj Kukreja

Sales Representative, Century 21 People’s Choice Realty Inc., Brokerage
(647) 576 - 2100

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