137 Sherman Avenue

St. Clair/Blakeley, Hamilton, ON L8M 2R1

For Sale · MLS® 40868254 · Cornerstone (ITSO) MLS®
5
Beds
4
Baths
2594
Sqft
1
Parking
Multi-4 Unit
Type

Description

Exceptional turnkey investment opportunity in one of Hamilton's most established and desirable neighbourhoods at the base of the escarpment. This beautifully restored 2.5-storey double brick century home offers outstanding character, thoughtful modern updates, and strong income potential with four self-contained apartments generating $91,380 in annual rental income. Rich in original charm, the home showcases a commanding street presence with mature landscaping, a stately front porch, original wood finishes, hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings, plaster medallions, crown moulding, and timeless architectural details that continue to give the property lasting tenant appeal. The building features four separate hydro meters, an ensuite laundry in every unit, and rare on-site parking for four or more vehicles. The unit breakdown includes a main floor 1-bedroom unit, a second floor 2-bedroom plus den unit, a third floor 1-bedroom unit, and a fully renovated basement 1-bedroom unit. Current monthly rents at market rent. Additional income potential exists through the detached garage. Major improvements include new fencing, engineered access stairs, updated windows, shingles, paved parking, exterior waterproofing and sump pump, upgraded lighting, added storage and closet space, and a completely renovated basement featuring spray foam insulation, re-engineered and levelled slab, herringbone tile with in-floor heating throughout, large walk-in closet, rain shower, freestanding soaker tub, and elevated modern finishes. Ideally located close to Gage Park, escarpment access, Highway 403, the QEW, and the incoming Hamilton LRT, this R1a zoned fourplex is an impressive income-producing asset from day one. Whether you are a seasoned investor, expanding your portfolio, or exploring multi-generational living, this rare Hamilton property delivers consistent cash flow, meaningful upgrades, excellent tenant appeal, and long-term growth potential.

01 / Property recordListing details

Key Facts

MLS® #
40868254
Board
Cornerstone (ITSO) MLS®
Days on market
Tax
$7,100
Size
2594 sqft
Lot
42.00 × 124 ft
Parking
6 Parking

Listing History

Listing activity for 137 Sherman Avenue, Hamilton, ON

Date StartDate EndList PricePriceEventListing ID
N/AN/A$1,149,900N/ASc40868254

Property Details

Property

Property Type
Multi-4 Unit
Style
Other
Community
St. Clair/Blakeley
Municipality
Hamilton

Inside

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Basement Type
Separate Entrance, Full, Finished

Utilities

Water
Municipal
Cooling
None
Heating Type
Natural Gas

Building

Size
2594 sqft
Construction
Brick

Parking

Driveway
Private Drive Triple+ Wide
Garage
1
Add. Parking
5
Total Parking
6

Land

Sewer
Sewer (Municipal)
Lot Size
42.00 × 124 ft

Additional

Year built
1905
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Asphalt Shing
Extras
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Rooms (12)

Room 1

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Room 2

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Room 3

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Room 4

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Room 5

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Room 6

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Room 7

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Room 8

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Room 9

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Room 10

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Room 11

Level not provided

Room 12

Level not provided

Location

Land and environment

Public records about this location. Not part of the MLS® listing and not provided by the listing brokerage.

14 records read 7 on record nearby 7 checked, none on recordRead 2026-11-06

Water and conservation

  • No mapped wetland within 120 m
  • No water-supply well recorded within 250 m7 test or monitoring holes also recorded.

Province of Ontario open data

Planning and building activity

  • Outside the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine and Niagara Escarpment plan areas
  • Nearest airport: 9.3 km

Province of Ontario open data

Around the home

  • Nearest rail line: 500 m
  • Transit stop within 400 mFrom the transit agency’s published stop map; the nearest is 70 m away. Routes and stops change; check the agency’s schedule.
  • A trail on the Ontario trail network within 1 km

Province of Ontario open data · Municipal transit open data

Environmental records

  • No licensed pit or quarry within 2 km
  • No recorded oil, gas or salt well within 250 m
  • No facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment CanadaThe nearest is GFL Environmental Services Inc. — GFL Environmental Services Inc. (Hamilton - Lottridge), 1.4 km away. Only facilities above the inventory’s reporting thresholds are listed.
  • No federal contaminated site within 1 kmThe federal inventory covers federal land only; it says nothing about provincial or private sites.

Province of Ontario open data · Government of Canada open data

Power and internet

  • Electricity is distributed here by Alectra Utilities Corporation
  • Wired internet 50/10 Mbps or faster is listed at a household 30 m awayFixed wireless 50/10 Mbps or faster. LTE mobile coverage listed. ISED’s National Broadband Data at the nearest household point (30 m from the listing); 50/10 Mbps is its top category and includes faster plans. Confirm with a provider for this address.
  • Across the surrounding area: fibre to the home, cable, DSL internet listedFibre to the home: Bell, Cogeco Connexion, Dotto One, Rogers. Cable: Cogeco Connexion, Rogers. DSL: Bell. Fixed wireless: Bell, Rogers, SkyChoice Communications. Mobile: Bell, Freedom Mobile, Rogers, Telus. Satellite: Xplore. ISED’s list for the surrounding ~25 km² area; check with a provider for this address.

Ontario Energy Board · Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

None of this is an inspection of the property. Confirm anything that matters to you with the municipality, the conservation authority or the record’s publisher. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario. Contains public sector Data made available under the City of Hamilton's Open Data Licence

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Mortgage calculator

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Monthly Payment

$5,272

  • Down payment$229,980
  • Mortgage amount$919,920
  • Total interest$661,680
  • Total cost$1,811,580

Cash flow analysis

$5,272

Total monthly payment

$5,864

Break-even down payment

100%

Cash flow-$5,864
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