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96 PALING AVENUE, Hamilton (Homeside) — listed at $479,900. Earn buyer cashback at closing. No catches, just more money in your pocket.
Charming 2-bedroom bungalow ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors! This cozy starter home offers a bright, functional layout with plenty of potential to make it your own. The detached garage, rebuilt in 2019, features a 2024 electrical sub-panel and is prepped for an electric vehicle charger. A rear driveway provides convenient parking for multiple vehicles. The unfinished basement with a 2-piece bathroom presents an excellent opportunity to expand your living space with a future rec room, additional bedroom, home office, or gym. Additional updates include owned natural gas hot water tank (2020), roof shingles (2019), natural gas BBQ hookup (2020), deck and concrete patio (2025), gutters with gutter guards, downspouts and fascia (2025), and central air conditioning (2025). Spacious attic area offers excellent additional storage. Fantastic location just minutes to the highway, shopping, and within walking distance to a Secondary School, an Arena & Outdoor Pool, Park, and more. A great opportunity to enter the market in a convenient, family-friendly neighbourhood! (id:60164)
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Great room | Main level | 6.4 x 3.05 meters |
| Kitchen | Main level | 2.74 x 3.05 meters |
| Bedroom | Main level | 2.74 x 3.05 meters |
| Bedroom | Main level | 2.9 x 3.2 meters |
What's the parking situation?+
This property includes 3 spaces — Detached Garage, Garage.
Is this a good starter home?+
At $479,900, this is priced in starter-home territory for Hamilton (Homeside). With multiple bedrooms, it has room to grow into. Factor in property taxes when calculating your true monthly cost.
Does it have a basement, and is it finished?+
Yes — Unfinished, Separate entrance, N/A, N/A. A finished basement adds meaningful living space beyond the listed square footage.
Could this work as an investment property?+
The basement description mentions: Unfinished, Separate entrance, N/A, N/A. If it has a separate entrance, there may be rental income potential — but verify zoning and whether a legal second unit is permitted in Hamilton (Homeside) before counting on it.
Is there air conditioning?+
Yes — central air conditioning cooling is in place.
What are the ongoing costs beyond the mortgage?+
Budget for annual property taxes of $3,208, heating is forced air, natural gas. Always verify the latest figures with your agent before making an offer — these change yearly.
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