170 Emerson Street, Hamilton, ON
Ainslie Wood, Hamilton · MLS® X13519666
About this home
Welcome to 170 Emerson Street a beautifully renovated gem in the heart of Hamiltons desirable Ainslie Wood East. Just steps from McMaster University, this beautiful bungalow is the perfect blend of classic charm and modern upgrades, ideal for end-users, investors, or families seeking flexible living space.Meticulously renovated from top to bottom in 2019, this home exudes quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design. The stunning open-concept kitchen features sleek countertops, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances perfect for everyday living or entertaining in style. With 3+1 spacious bedrooms, a fully finished basement , the home is move-in ready and maintenance-free. Whether you're housing a growing family, looking for rental income potential, or simply want a turnkey property close to all urban conveniences, 170 Emerson delivers on all fronts.The oversized 50 x 90 ft lot offers plenty of future opportunity with potential for severance and increasing density. Just minutes from shops, restaurants, parks, and one of Canadas top universities, this property is a smart, stylish choice in one of Hamiltons most promising pockets.
Key facts
- Property type
- Detached, Bungalow
- MLS®
- X13519666
- Bedrooms
- 4 (3 + 1)
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Size
- 700-1100
- Lot
- 50 × 90 ft
- Cross streets
- Emerson St and Main St W
- Parking
- 3 parking
- Basement
- Finished
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation
- Block, Concrete Block
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $6,235 / 2026
- Days on market
- 14
- Listing brokerage
- CRESCENT REAL ESTATE INC.
Listing history
- Jul 3, 2026Listed$4,000
Price and status history from the listing board. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Listed at $789,000, this home is about 11% above what comparable homes suggest. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
There were not many closely comparable homes right in Ainslie Wood, so I widened the search to the surrounding area.
Based on 8 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 8 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $971K, higher than the comparables and worth a second look.
How I got there
Here is the exact math behind the estimate. I start from the closest comparable listing and adjust for the real differences (size, beds, baths) to land on a like-for-like value for this home.
- Closest comparable, listed at $880K
- Bedrooms +$30K
- Bathrooms +$15K
- Adjusts to $925K
That comparable adjusts to $925K; the $712K estimate above is the median of all 8 comparables, which is steadier than any single home.This uses comparable active listings, not sold prices. Lot, condition, and finishes are my in-person call, and I can run a full CMA with recent solds.
On location, it is moderately walkable, so some daily errands are within reach and for the rest you will likely drive. WHITNEY at EMERSON is about a 1-minute walk away.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $712K, median of 8 comparables.
What the listing highlightsThese are claims from the listing. The only way to know for sure is to see it in person, and I am happy to book you a private showing.
- Finished basement: added living space, worth checking ceiling height and that the work was permitted.
- Renovated / rebuilt: recent work can mean fewer upfront costs, worth confirming the scope, quality, and that permits were pulled.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Development potential: upside only if zoning permits, verify with the city before relying on it.
- Value driver
- Lifestyle
- Worth verifying
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 5 closest of 8 active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 40% above the area average of $625/sqft.
12 days longer than the Hamilton average (2 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Ainslie Wood, Hamilton, ON
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Getting around
WalkableA walkability read built from the amenities around this home: how close the nearest transit stop is, and how many grocery, dining, park, and pharmacy destinations fall within a 15-minute walk. It is a guide, not a guarantee. Places data from Google.
Many errands can be done on foot; a car still helps.
🚉 Nearest transit: WHITNEY at EMERSON, about 20 m away
Within a 15-minute (1.5 km) walk.
How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.
Typical asking price of active listings of the same type, per area (outliers removed). Hamilton.
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Affordability & Mortgage
Income needed assumes a ~32% GDS ratio; weekly is mortgage principal & interest only. Price ÷ income is the home price over the income needed. Fixed reference assumptions so listings compare on equal footing, not a lending decision.
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Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 3.99% via Ratehub.ca (as of July 17, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $631,200 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $3,368
- Property tax
- $520
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $3,888
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $12,255
- Estimated closing costs
- $12,255
Plus your down payment of $157,800. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.
Mortgage stress test
Lenders qualify you at the greater of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%. You do not pay this rate. It just shows you could still handle payments if rates rose, so aim to stay comfortable at this higher number.
Over the full 25 years
At the end of your 5-year term
- Total paid over the term
- $202,099
- Principal paid down
- $80,383
- Interest paid
- $121,716
- Balance remaining
- $550,817
Talk to Team Asgarian about your options
Rates and programs change often. We will connect you with a trusted mortgage professional and build a plan that fits your budget and goals.
Estimates only, not a mortgage quote or pre-approval. Figures use Canadian semi-annual compounding, current minimum down-payment rules, CMHC premium tiers, and Ontario (plus Toronto, when selected) land transfer tax. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and closing costs vary by lender and property. Confirm every number with your mortgage professional.
Investor snapshot
Thinking of this home as an investment? We will pull real comparable rents and run the full numbers with you.
Talk about the numbersEstimates only. Rent is modelled on above-grade size and local norms, so a finished basement or second suite (a separate entrance often means one) can push real rent well above this. Taxes, fees, and vacancy vary by property, and cap rate is before financing. A starting point, not a final number, let us run the real ones with you.
Helpful resources
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of CRESCENT REAL ESTATE INC.. MLS®/PropTx.