42 Hess St N is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom townhouse in Hamilton, listed for $499,900. It has 700-1100 sq ft of living space.
1LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
2Enjoy your own private backyard deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, plus the rare downtown convenience of private rear parking for TWO vehicles!
3Basement laundry, upgrades include roof (2024), furnace (2024) and new air conditioning (2026), newer kitchen with appliances (2019), washer (2026), plumbing upgrades (2024) and windows (2016).
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to 42 Hess Street North, a charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome in the heart of downtown Hamilton! Perfect for first-time buyers, young families, professionals, or anyone looking to enjoy the convenience of urban living. Just a 4-minute walk to vibrant Hess Village and only 5 minutes to TD Coliseum, Jackson Square or the Locke St district, you'll be steps away from trendy restaurants, cafés, shopping, entertainment, and Hamilton's thriving arts and culture scene. Enjoy your own private backyard deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, plus the rare downtown convenience of private rear parking for TWO vehicles! Basement laundry, upgrades include roof (2024), furnace (2024) and new air conditioning (2026), newer kitchen with appliances (2019), washer (2026), plumbing upgrades (2024) and windows (2016). Conveniently located just minutes from Bayfront Park, McMaster University, public transit, and major commuter routes, with easy access to Toronto. Whether you're looking to enter the housing market, raise a family, downsize, or embrace downtown living, this home offers an excellent combination of location, lifestyle, and convenience. Don't miss this turn-key, move-in ready opportunity!
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, about 700 sq ft, works out to roughly $714 per square foot. Chat with Zara if you'd like a deeper read on whether this townhouse fits your budget and timing.
Inside 42 Hess St N
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Type
Townhouse
Style
2-Storey
Living space
700-1100 sq ftas stated on the listing
Parking
2 spaces
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Features & systems
Parking & garage
Parking spaces
2
Interior
Basement
Full · Unfinished
Lot & land
Lot size (sqft)
0
Listing & possession
Property style
2-Storey
Property class
Att/Row/Townhouse
42 Hess St N Price & Sale History
Earlier listings of this property, list-price changes, and the most recent annual property tax on the listing.
For saleListedThis listingMLS® X14120434$499,900
Sourced from MLS®. Includes earlier listings of this property on record.
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How 42 Hess St N Compares to the Hamilton Market
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Estimated monthly payment
$2,456
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based on the purchase price of $499,900
$99,980 cash
$399,920 financed
$336,838 total interest
Principal54%$399,920
Interest46%$336,838
20% down · 25-yr amortization · 5.50% rate. Principal & interest only — taxes, condo fees, and insurance not included.
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Similar homes for sale nearby in Hamilton
Other 2–3 bed homes for sale in Hamilton around $500K.
Average days on market41Homes sold in about 41 days on average.
Sale-to-list ratio97.0%On average, homes sold below asking.
Active listings2,492Homes for sale here right now.
Median vs prior 90 days−2.3%Compared with Apr 30 – Jul 29, 2026: prices down.
Based on 1,901 sales from Jul 29 – Oct 27, 2026 (1,515 in the prior 90 days). Aggregate MLS® figures for closed sales; individual sold prices are shown only to signed-in members.
42 Hess St N is listed at $499,900 (MLS® X14120434). Summitly updates the price as soon as the MLS® record changes.
Is $499,900 a good price for 42 Hess St N?
Summitly rates it Well Above Market: the asking price is 15% or more above Zara's estimate, an estimate built from recent sales in Hamilton. The rating is an automated opinion, not an appraisal; "What's it worth?" on this page shows how it is worked out. See Zara's estimate
Has the price of 42 Hess St N changed?
No — 42 Hess St N is still listed at its original asking price of $499,900.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 42 Hess St N have?
42 Hess St N has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with about 700–1,100 square feet of living space. It is a townhouse in Hamilton.
Is 42 Hess St N close to transit?
The nearest rapid-transit station is Hamilton GO Centre GO Station (Lakeshore West GO), about 990 m (about a 12-minute walk) in a straight line. West Harbour GO Station is about 1.1 km (about a 14-minute walk). Distances are straight-line, not walking routes; check the transit agency for routes and schedules.
How much would the monthly mortgage be on 42 Hess St N?
About $2,456 a month — principal and interest on $499,900 with 20% down ($99,980), a 25-year amortization and an assumed 5.5% interest rate. The mortgage calculator on this page lets you change the down payment, amortization and rate.
How does 42 Hess St N compare with other homes in Hamilton?
Its asking price of $499,900 is about 26% below the median sold price in Hamilton over the last 90 days, $675,000, across 1,901 closed sales on the TRREB MLS®. A city median mixes every type and size of home, so the comparable sales on this page are the closer guide.
Has 42 Hess St N been sold before?
Summitly has no earlier MLS® sale or lease of 42 Hess St N on record from the last two years. Older records aren't shown under TRREB rules.
Where is 42 Hess St N?
42 Hess St N is in Hamilton, ON. Schools, transit, parks and shops nearby are under Location & lifestyle on this page.
How long has 42 Hess St N been on the market?
42 Hess St N was listed today (October 27, 2026).
What is the price per square foot of 42 Hess St N?
About $454 to $714 per square foot: the asking price of $499,900 over the 700–1,100 sq ft the listing gives as its size range.
