$1,695,000Asking Price
42 Melville Street, Hamilton, ON L9H 1Z8
Dundas, Hamilton
Dundas Dream! This circa 1880 character "cottage" known as, but not really a cottage, offers an impressive near 2500 sq ft of outstanding living space starting with the storybook curb appeal with gorgeous perennial landscaping, unassuming from street level, but wait 'til you see what it's like in the backyard with a full 2stories in the rear! A choice locale where you're right in the heart of the Cross-Melville heritage district of downtown Dundas! Walkable to everything this bungalow has a private 'forest' on a 72' double wide lot, featuring a sunken garden and inground heated saltwater pool surrounded by lush ferns, hostas, peonies, rose bushes, hydrangeas and Japanese grasses. This tardis of a home is much larger than it appears and its flexible layout is perfect for empty nesters and includes private space for another family member. Professionally transformed to a re-imagined layout and living space, stripped to the studs in 2023. New HVAC, wiring, footings, support beams and everything, plus the joy of staying inside to do your laundry!!Unique reverse bungalow layout with main level living and lower garden level bedrooms, all at or above grade. 4 beds and 4 baths (2 half). The primary has jack and jill 5-piece bath access & a large WIC. Another with custom built-ins w/ closet and desk. The remaining two bedrooms share a WIC in their own 'wing'. Additional storage via a large custom hallway w/ built-ins featuring double closets and a bench with hooks. There's even secret storage under the newly constructed, heritage style, staircase. This home is not to be missed. Loads of charm and character from rustic pine plank floors, salvaged brick floors from the old Grafton building, antique mantel with ornate cast iron insert, beamed ceilings, matching regency chandeliers imported from Chicago, and so much more.
Dundas Dream! This circa 1880 character "cottage" known as, but not really a cottage, offers an impressive near 2500 sq ft of outstanding living space starting with the storybook curb appeal with gorgeous perennial landscaping, unassuming from street level, but wait 'til you see what it's like in the backyard with a full 2stories in the rear! A choice locale where you're right in the heart of the Cross-Melville heritage district of downtown Dundas! Walkable to everything this bungalow has a private 'forest' on a 72' double wide lot, featuring a sunken garden and inground heated saltwater pool surrounded by lush ferns, hostas, peonies, rose bushes, hydrangeas and Japanese grasses. This tardis of a home is much larger than it appears and its flexible layout is perfect for empty nesters and includes private space for another family member. Professionally transformed to a re-imagined layout and living space, stripped to the studs in 2023. New HVAC, wiring, footings, support beams and everything, plus the joy of staying inside to do your laundry!!Unique reverse bungalow layout with main level living and lower garden level bedrooms, all at or above grade. 4 beds and 4 baths (2 half). The primary has jack and jill 5-piece bath access & a large WIC. Another with custom built-ins w/ closet and desk. The remaining two bedrooms share a WIC in their own 'wing'. Additional storage via a large custom hallway w/ built-ins featuring double closets and a bench with hooks. There's even secret storage under the newly constructed, heritage style, staircase. This home is not to be missed. Loads of charm and character from rustic pine plank floors, salvaged brick floors from the old Grafton building, antique mantel with ornate cast iron insert, beamed ceilings, matching regency chandeliers imported from Chicago, and so much more.
See MoreKey Info
- Bungalow Detached
- 0-Car Driveway
- No Garage
- Sydenham
- 1100-1500 Approximate Sq Feet
- 100+ Years Approximate Age
- Basement: Finished, Full
- 1 Kitchen
- Forced Air Gas Heating
- Central Air
Property
- Lot Size 72.5 x 86 Feet
- < .50 Acreage
- Brick Exterior
- Taxes were $6,994 in 2025
- Possession: Flex\TBD
Details
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Inground Pool
- Designation: Heritage
- Sewers
- Municipal Water
- MLS #X12871500
- ROYAL LEPAGE STATE REALTY
Extras
Rooms
| Room | Floor | Dimensions | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bathroom | Main | 3.18' x 6.50' | 2-PieceBath |
| 2 | Kitchen | Main | 17.49' x 15.85' | |
| 3 | Pantry | Main | 9.91' x 5.15' | Bar Sink |
| 4 | Bathroom | Main | 8.60' x 14.24' | 5-PieceBath, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower |
| 5 | Bathroom | Ground | 5.58' x 10.99' | 5-PieceEnsuite, Double Sink |
 | 1 2-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor | |||
| 1 5-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor | |||
| 1 5-Piece Bathroom on Ground Floor | |||
| 1 2-Piece Bathroom on Ground Floor | |||
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Who lives here?
Dundas, Hamilton is a west GTA neighbourhood notable for its university grads, executives and health and education, law & public sector professionals. Residents tend to be older with a significant number of adults aged 50 to 64 and seniors aged 65 to 79.
Families
Kids Per Family
1.0
kids per family
in the neighbourhood.
Singles
43%
of residents are
single and loving it.
43% singles
Hamilton (46%)Renters
24%
of residents
are renters.
24% renters
Hamilton (32%)Education
44%
of residents are
university grads.
44% university grads
Hamilton (28%)Income
Average Household Income
$129K
is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.
Professions
Professions
| Government | 12% |
| Sales | 11% |
| Business | 8% |
| Health | 7% |
| Management | 6% |
Immigrants
18%
of residents were
born outside of Canada.
18% immigrants
Hamilton (25%)Birthplace - All
4.6% from UK
All-time
Birthplace - Recent
0.3% from USA
Recent
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages
| German | 1% |
| French | 1% |
| Mandarin | 1% |
| Italian | 1% |
| Polish | 1% |
Religions
Religions
| Christian | 63% |
| Jewish | 4% |
| Hindu | 1% |
| Muslim | 1% |
