About this property

Welcome to 265 Ottawa Street North, a rare investment opportunity in the heart of Hamilton's iconic Ottawa Street Business Improvement Area. Known as the city's Destination for Inspiration, Ottawa Street North is home to a vibrant mix of shops, antiques, home decor, restaurants, and services, supported by strong daily foot traffic and active BIA promotions. This property offers approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible commercial space, ideal for subdivision into multiple retail bays, professional offices, or a hybrid mix of tenants. With wide storefront glazing, excellent signage potential, and strong curb appeal, it is perfectly positioned to attract a diverse range of occupants. Located steps from The Centre on Barton, a 700,000+ sq. ft. power center anchored by national retailers, the property benefits from a steady stream of both local shoppers and regional visitors. Investors will appreciate the value-add potential through re-tenanting and repositioning, while enjoying a projected cap rate of ~7.5%, significantly above the Hamilton retail market average of 6.3%. This combination of location, flexibility, and yield makes 265 Ottawa Street North one of the only opportunities on the market today to secure such strong returns in a proven, high-demand corridor. Whether envisioned as multiple stores, multiple offices, or a long-term anchor space, this property offers stability, upside, and long-term appreciation.

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Property details

MLS® Number	X12570904
Status	Active
Listing Type	For Sale
Property Type	Commercial
Interior Size	7,104 sq ft
Lot Size	7,104 sq ft
Beds / Baths	0 bed · 0 bath
City	Hamilton
Postal Code	L8H 3Z8
Province	ON
Listed Date	January 30, 2026
Days on Market	189
Price per Sq Ft	$225
Brokerage	HOMELIFE/PARAMOUNT REALTY