For SaleDetached · BungalowMLS® #X14177214 · TRREB MLS®
176 Birch Ave, Hamilton, Ontario
Gibson, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 6H9
- Bedrooms
- 3+1
- Lot Size
- 42 x 84.16 ft
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Type
- Detached
- Basement
- Apartment
$519,000
Estimated market value
About 176 Birch Ave
176 Birch Ave is a 3+1-bedroom, 2-bathroom detached house in Gibson, Hamilton, listed for sale at an asking price of $519,000 (MLS® X14177214).
Welcome to 176 Birch Avenue, a property offering generous outdoor space, a versatile floor plan & plenty of potential in an established Hamilton neighbourhood. Situated on an oversized 42-foot-wide lot, this home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking for space, flexibility & the chance to make a property their own. A covered front porch provides a welcoming entrance & a place to enjoy the outdoors. The paved side driveway offers parking for up to 4 vehicles & leads to an oversized single-car detached garage, providing additional space for parking, storage or hobbies. The main level features an open-concept layout connecting the living room, dining room & kitchen. Three bedrooms, each complete with a closet & newer blinds, provide options for family members, guests or a home office. An updated 4-piece bathroom & convenient linen closet complete the main floor. The basement adds another dimension to the home, featuring its own separate entrance & a layout that offers plenty of possibilities. This level includes a rec room, kitchen, bedroom & 3-piece bathroom, making it particularly appealing for those exploring multi-generational living arrangements or looking for additional space for extended family. A dedicated utility room & large fruit cellar provide practical storage options. Outside, the backyard features a concrete patio with space for outdoor furniture, barbecuing or creating an inviting outdoor retreat. Conveniently located in Hamilton's lower city, the property offers access to parks, schools, shopping, public transit & downtown amenities. Whether you're looking for a home to renovate & personalize, additional space for extended family or a property with long-term potential, 176 Birch Avenue offers a combination of features worth exploring. With its flexible layout, separate basement entrance, generous parking & oversized detached garage, this property provides a great starting point for buyers ready to bring their own ideas & vision to life.
Insights
Condition Score
Good1 documented update signal
Source: Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
Cashflow Quality
Strong+$616/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)
Source: Median of 38 detached homes with 4 bedrooms for lease in Hamilton right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage and property tax.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
Key facts
- Tax
- $3,488 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X14177214
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Detached
- Building Age
- 31-50
- Days on market
- Size
- 700-1100 sqft
- Lot Size
- 42 x 84.16 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Detached, 5 Parking
Listing history
Buy/sell history for 176 Birch Ave, Hamilton, Ontario
Sale history on this site covers the last 2 years, the window permitted under the TRREB MLS® VOW agreement.
Dates and closing prices are shown to signed-in members.
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date Start— | — | $519,000 | — | For Sale | X14177214 |
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Estimate
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Property details
Property
- Property Type
- Detached
- Style
- Bungalow
- Community
- Gibson
- Municipality
- Hamilton
Building
- Size
- 700-1100 sqft
- Building Age
- 31-50
- Construction
- Brick
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 3+1
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 4pc Main, 1 × 3pc Bsmt
- Basement Type
- Apartment
- Kitchens
- 1
Parking
- Driveway
- Private
- Garage Type
- Detached
- Garage
- 1
- Additional Parking
- 4
- Total Parking
- 5
Utilities
- Water
- Municipal
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
Land
- Sewer
- Sewers
- Frontage
- 42 ft
- Depth
- 84.16 ft
- Lot Size
- 42 x 84.16 ft
Additional
- Foundation
- Concrete Block
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Fireplace
- No
- Pool
- None
- Den
- No
- Family room
- No
- Extras
- Refrigerator x2; Stove x2; Washing machine; Dryer - All in AS IS condition
Rooms
| Room | Size | Features | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living | 3.75 × 3.81 m | — | Main |
| Dining | 3.69 × 2.17 m | — | Main |
| Kitchen | 3.41 × 2.16 m | — | Main |
| Bathroom | 1.92 × 2.16 m | 4 Pc Bath | Main |
| Br | 3.69 × 2.59 m | — | Main |
| Br | 3.48 × 2.59 m | — | Main |
| Br | 3.69 × 3.57 m | — | Main |
| Br | 3.17 × 3.81 m | — | Bsmt |
| Bathroom | 2.16 × 2.16 m | 3 Pc Bath | Bsmt |
| Rec | 3.66 × 5.83 m | — | Bsmt |
| Dining | 4.94 × 3.81 m | — | Bsmt |
| Kitchen | 3.66 × 2.29 m | — | Bsmt |
| Cold/Cant | 1.31 × 6.25 m | — | Bsmt |
| Laundry | 2.23 × 2.16 m | — | Bsmt |
Map and tour
Detached homes for sale in Gibson right now
- For sale now
- 28
- Median asking price
- $534K
Middle half: $443K to $602K
This home is asking 3% below the median.
See all homes in GibsonAsking prices and counts of the MLS® listings on this site as of today. Asking figures only, never sold or leased prices.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $6,855
- Total land transfer tax
- $6,855
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $2,855
See how this is worked out
- 0.5% on the first $55,000
- $275
- 1.0% from $55,000 to $250,000
- $1,950
- 1.5% from $250,000 to $400,000
- $2,250
- 2.0% from $400,000 to $519,000
- $2,380
- Ontario total
- $6,855
An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.
Schools nearby
| Elementary | Type | Distance | EQAO average 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Ann (Hamilton) Catholic Elementary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSB | Catholic · grades JK–8 | 450 m | 76%Grade 6 average |
| Cathy Wever Elementary Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSB | Public · grades JK–8 | 650 m | 55%Grade 6 average |
| Prince of Wales Elementary Public SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSB | Public · grades JK–8 | 900 m | 69%Grade 6 average |
| ÉÉC Notre-DameConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir | French-language Catholic · grades JK–8 | 1.9 km | 80%Grade 6 average |
| Secondary | Type | Distance | Grade 9 math 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernie Custis Secondary School Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSB | Public · grades 9–12 | 1.2 km | 36%Grade 9 math |
| Cathedral High SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSB | Catholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 1.5 km | 43%Grade 9 math |
| Sherwood Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSB | Public · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 3.7 km | 39%Grade 9 math |
| École secondaire Georges-P-VanierConseil scolaire Viamonde | French-language public · grades 9–12 | 4.6 km | 73%Grade 9 math |
EQAO: share of students at or above the provincial standard, 2024–25 (Ontario open data). These are the schools nearest this home, not the schools it is assigned to: boundaries change, and some schools take students by application. Confirm with the board before you buy. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.
Transit nearby
| Station | Lines | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Harbour GO | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 2.4 km |
| Hamilton GO Centre | GO Transit train: Lakeshore West | 2.5 km |
The nearest subway, light rail, train, bus rapid transit stations 5 km, as the crow flies. Source: GO Transit schedule data (GTFS) from Metrolinx under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx, downloaded October 18, 2026. Data used in this product or service is provided with the permission of Metrolinx. Metrolinx makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to the Data and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or currency of the data used in this product or service. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx.
Lot
- Lot area
- 3,535 sq ft328 m²
- Street frontage
- 42 ft12.8 m
- Depth
- 84.16 ft25.7 m
The area is the frontage multiplied by the depth, so boundaries are approximate. Confirm with a survey before you buy.
Source: the MLS® listing record, measured by MPAC.
Comparable sales
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Mortgage Details
4.8% · 5-year term · 25-year amortization · 20% down
- Total down payment
- $103,800
- Total mortgage amount
- $415,200
- Total interest payment
- $295,200
- Total purchase cost
- $814,200
- Mortgage payment
- $2,368/mo
Cash Flow Analysis
If you rented this home out at 20% down
Break-even down payment
—Monthly carrying cost
$2,659- Carrying cost $2,659
- Surplus $616
Rental income opens at $3,275, the median asking rent of 38 comparable homes for lease in Hamilton. Type over it with the rent you expect. This is a planning tool, not advice.
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