Strathcona
The Strathcona area lies at the heart of Hamilton’s downtown core, and encompasses the Strathcona, Central, Dundurn, and North End West neighbourhoods, which include the beautiful Bayfront area, the trendy art district of James Street North, and the beautiful architecture of the gorgeously restored Lister Block. The Strathcona area is one of the most densely populated neighbourhoods in Hamilton, and is the perfect place for those who want to be at the hub of the city’s activity.
This thriving area, which is bordered by James Street North on the east, the 403 on the west, Main Street West on the south, and Hamilton Harbour on the north, has so much to offer. Some of Strathcona’s outstanding amenities include:
- The Art Gallery of Hamilton
- The Farmers Market
- Sir John A MacDonald High School
- West Harbour
- James St North Art District
- Hess Village
- The Waterfront trail
- Victoria Park
- Dundurn Park
- Central Park
- Bayfront Park
- Dundurn Castle
- A variety of churches
- Staircase Cafe Theatre
- Strathcona School
- First Ontario Centre
- Jackson Square
- Hamilton Public Library’s main Branch
- Pier 4 Park
- Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
- Leander Boat Club
- Castle Dean
- Strathcona Elementary School
The Strathcona neighbourhood is comprised of many 1, 2, and 2 1/2 storey detached homes, duplexes, condos, and apartment buildings, as well as the many beautiful century row-buildings that have existed in downtown Hamilton for well over 100 years. This area offers convenient access to the city’s unique and varied restaurants, shops and establishments conveniently located within walking distance, as well as architectural landmarks such as the spectacular Cathedral Basilica of Christ The King. Residents can also enjoy walking, jogging, or cycling the picturesque Waterfront Trail.
Major streets in these fantastic West Hamilton neighbourhoods include:
- James St. South
- Hughson St. South
- Mountwood Ave
- John St. South
- Bowen St.
- Baillie St.
- Kingsway Drive
- Catharine St. South
- Walnut St. South
- Ferguson Ave. South
- Liberty St.
- Ford St.
- Aurora St.
- Spring St.
- Wellington St. South
- West Ave. South
- East Ave. South
- Emerald St. South
- Tisdale St. South
- Blythe St.
- Erie Ave.
- Ontario Ave.
- Grant Ave.
- Wentworth St. South
- Main St. East
- Jackson St. East
- Hunter St. East
- Augusta St.
- Grove St.
- Stinson St.
- Young St.
- Forest Ave.
- Charlton Ave.
- Patrick St.
- Foster St.
- St Joseph's Drive
- Freeman Place
- Rockwood Place
- Louisa Ave.
- Arkledun Ave.
- Grove St.
- Webber Ave.
- Alanson
- Delaware
Nearby neighbourhoods include Westdale, Beasley, Corktown, Durand, Kirkendall, and Chedoke. Contact Aberwin Realty Inc. to have one of our dynamic real estate agents help you to sell your house or property, or to find your new dream home in Hamilton or the surrounding areas.