279 Hess Street S in Hamilton: Durand House for sale : MLS®# X12508344
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Look at me now! I am finished! This is a gorgeous hidden gem! A quality brand-new build 2-1/2 storey home with all of the wants and must haves, in the ever-popular South-West Hamilton, south of Herkimer near Markland, very spacious home,10 foot main floor ceiling height, pot lights, approximately 2870 square feet above grade, gorgeous kitchen with island, walk-in butler pantry with sink, appliances, dining room with sliding doors to yard, family room with fireplace, open concept design, work from home in your bright private main floor study/office/den, 3-1/2 bathrooms, second floor laundry, can be 3 bedrooms with a bright lofty top floor, "Top Shelf" studio space, or a 4 bedroom home with 2 ensuite bathrooms & walk-in closets, designed &built, this home was created with family in mind, multi-generational living at its best, top to bottom elevator, separate entrance to the lowest level, roughed in bathroom, central air conditioning, oversize garage, 200 amp electrical service and more, a fabulous location near parks, schools and the hospital. All measurements and dimensions are approximate only, plans and room dimensions may vary, taxes have not been set, taxes based upon older previous assessment value, taxes & assessment value are subject to change. Buyer incentive package available. Please see our virtual tour & the pictures of this truly wonderful home!
Under Contract:
Hot Water Tank-Gas
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
2 1/2 Storey
Approx. Age:
0-5
Total Approx Floor Area:
2500-3000
Lot Size:
<.50
Lot Depth:
80'24.4 m
Lot Frontage:
40'12.2 m
Lot Shape:
Rectangular
Topography:
Level
Direction Faces:
East
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
4.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
11
Fractional Ownership:
No
Zoning:
DE-3
Assignment:
No
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Separate Entrance, Unfinished
Fireplace Features:
Electric, Family Room
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
Attached
Garage Spaces:
1.0
Parking Features:
Front Yard Parking, Private
Parking Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
2.0
Family Room:
Yes
Possession Details:
30-60 days / TBA
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
In Addition To
Assessment:
$340,000
Assessment Year:
2025
Taxes:
$5,524 /
2025
Assessment:
$340,000.00 /
2025
Hamilton
Hamilton
Durand
Hospital, Park, School
Carpet Free, Rough-In Bath, Water Heater, Water Meter
Data was last updated April 6, 2026 at 02:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
11
Avg list price:
$1,299,000
Min list price:
$574,900
Max list price:
$2,499,900
Avg days on market:
56
Min days on market:
4
Max days on market:
158
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Durand. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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