$689,900Asking Price
56 Cumberland Avenue, Hamilton, ON L8M 1Y7
St. Clair, Hamilton
Character, charm, and a corner lot that gives you something rare in this neighbourhood: space. Set on a prominent corner lot in one of Hamilton's most connected communities, this move-in ready century home offers the perfect blend of historic character and thoughtful updates. Unlike many homes in the area, the private driveway is tucked off a quiet rear side street, leaving the front and side yards free to enjoy. The result is exceptional curb appeal, a surprisingly spacious outdoor setting, and a side yard that feels like an extension of the home. Inside, you'll find a bright, welcoming layout with numerous updates already completed, including an updated kitchen, two renovated bathrooms, newer furnace, windows, attic insulation, electrical panel, appliances, roof, skylight, and more. Just move in and start enjoying the lifestyle this neighbourhood is known for. The detached garage offers far more than storage. Fully finished and serviced with power, it creates endless possibilities as a home office, studio, gym, workshop, games room, or the ultimate backyard entertaining space. An EV charging connection has already been installed for added convenience. Directly across the side street, Lifesavers park serves as a natural gathering place for neighbourhood residents, while the famous Bruce trail is steps away! Transit, shopping, hospitals, and schools make everyday living easy. Looking for future potential? The unfinished attic presents an exciting opportunity to create additional living space, while the basement offers room to expand and add value over time. This is the kind of home that's becoming increasingly difficult to find: character-filled, thoughtfully updated, loaded with potential, and situated on a lot that truly stands apart from the rest.
Character, charm, and a corner lot that gives you something rare in this neighbourhood: space. Set on a prominent corner lot in one of Hamilton's most connected communities, this move-in ready century home offers the perfect blend of historic character and thoughtful updates. Unlike many homes in the area, the private driveway is tucked off a quiet rear side street, leaving the front and side yards free to enjoy. The result is exceptional curb appeal, a surprisingly spacious outdoor setting, and a side yard that feels like an extension of the home. Inside, you'll find a bright, welcoming layout with numerous updates already completed, including an updated kitchen, two renovated bathrooms, newer furnace, windows, attic insulation, electrical panel, appliances, roof, skylight, and more. Just move in and start enjoying the lifestyle this neighbourhood is known for. The detached garage offers far more than storage. Fully finished and serviced with power, it creates endless possibilities as a home office, studio, gym, workshop, games room, or the ultimate backyard entertaining space. An EV charging connection has already been installed for added convenience. Directly across the side street, Lifesavers park serves as a natural gathering place for neighbourhood residents, while the famous Bruce trail is steps away! Transit, shopping, hospitals, and schools make everyday living easy. Looking for future potential? The unfinished attic presents an exciting opportunity to create additional living space, while the basement offers room to expand and add value over time. This is the kind of home that's becoming increasingly difficult to find: character-filled, thoughtfully updated, loaded with potential, and situated on a lot that truly stands apart from the rest.
See MoreKey Info
- 2-Storey Detached
- 1-Car Driveway
- 1-Car Detached Garage
- Sanford Ave S
- 1100-1500 Approximate Sq Feet
- 100+ Years Approximate Age
- Basement: Full, Unfinished
- 1 Kitchen
- Forced Air Gas Heating
- Central Air
Property
- Lot Size 17.75 x 89.44 Feet
- < .50 Acreage
- Brick/Shingle Exterior
- Taxes were $4,048 in 2026
- Possession: Summer
Details
- No Fireplace
- Family Room
- Sewers
- Municipal Water
- MLS #X13477912
- RE/MAX REALTY SPECIALISTS INC.
Extras
Rooms
| Room | Floor | Dimensions | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitchen | Main | 11.75' x 14.40' | Built-in Appliances, Centre Island, Modern Kitchen |
| 2 | Bathroom | Main | 3.28' x 4.40' | 2-PieceBath |
 | 1 2-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor | |||
| 1 4-Piece Bathroom | |||
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Who lives here?
St. Clair, Hamilton is a west GTA neighbourhood notable for its singles, renters, education, law & public sector and arts & culture professionals and salespeople. Residents tend to be younger with a significant number of babies and adults aged 25 to 49 and 25 to 49.
Families
Kids Per Family
1.1
kids per family
in the neighbourhood.
Singles
54%
of residents are
single and loving it.
54% singles
Hamilton (46%)Renters
53%
of residents
are renters.
53% renters
Hamilton (32%)Education
27%
of residents are
university grads.
27% university grads
Hamilton (28%)Income
Average Household Income
$77K
is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.
Professions
Professions
| Sales | 15% |
| Government | 9% |
| Trades | 9% |
| Business | 8% |
| Culture | 6% |
Immigrants
17%
of residents were
born outside of Canada.
17% immigrants
Hamilton (25%)Birthplace - All
1.9% from UK
All-time
Birthplace - Recent
0.3% from Cuba
Recent
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages
| Spanish | 2% |
| Arabic | 2% |
| French | 2% |
| Polish | 1% |
| Italian | 1% |
Religions
Religions
| Christian | 47% |
| Hindu | 1% |
| Muslim | 1% |
