Hamilton-Wentworth Region, Ontario

Hamilton

Hamilton balances urban vibrancy, natural beauty, and genuine investment upside. Hamilton offers big-city energy at entry prices well below Toronto—perfect for families, creatives, and investors hunting long-run upside. Hamilton’s lower purchase prices but solid rents translate to 5 %+ cap rates on renovated duplexes—difficult to replicate elsewhere in the GTHA. The data used on this page is from August 2025 and is updated periodically.

  • Avg. Home Price $782,000 CAD

  • Median Days on Market 35

  • 2 Bed Rental (Avg.) $2,160

  • Vacancy Rate 2.4%

  • Population 585,000

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Education & Health

McMaster University, Mohawk College, and Hamilton Health Sciences anchor stable employment.

Investment-Grade Market

Hamilton’s lower purchase prices but solid rents translate to 5 %+ cap rates on renovated duplexes—difficult to replicate elsewhere in the GTHA.

Transport Connectivity

QEW/403, Hwy 6 to the 401, two GO stations, and John C. Munro International Airport.

Transit Opportunity

Track properties along the under-construction B-Line LRT corridor—stations from McMaster to Eastgate Square are slated to lift values as completion nears.

Nature on Tap

More than 130 waterfalls, the Bruce Trail, and Bayfront Park for weekend escapes.

Cultural Hotspots

James Street North art crawls, FirstOntario Concert Hall, and a booming food scene.

Lifestyle & Amenities

  • Nature on tap: More than 130 waterfalls, the Bruce Trail, and Bayfront Park for weekend escapes
  • Cultural hot spots: James Street North art crawls, FirstOntario Concert Hall, and a booming food scene
  • Education & health: McMaster University, Mohawk College, and Hamilton Health Sciences anchor stable employment
  • Connectivity: QEW/403, Hwy 6 to the 401, two GO stations, and John C. Munro International Airport

Investment Opportunity

  1. Student-housing demand: 38,000+ McMaster students keep Westdale/Ainslie Wood vacancy near zero—expect strong turnover and premium rents.
  2. Conversion potential: Many pre-war homes are ideal for legal duplex or triplex conversions, boosting cash flow and resale value.
  3. Economic tailwinds: $3 B steel-plant modernization and the forthcoming LRT underpin job growth, supporting property appreciation.

Hamilton Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Hamilton affordable compared to other GTHA cities? Yes. With average prices ≈ 10 % below the Ontario average and half of Toronto’s, Hamilton delivers more house—and often a yard—for the dollar.
  • Which areas in Hamilton have the best real estate cash flow opportunities? Crown Point, Corktown, and Westdale student rentals typically produce the highest rent-to-price ratios.
  • Where do we find off-market real estate deals in Hamilton? Sunrise’s network of realtors allows us access to many real estate opportunities in the Hamilton region. 
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Hamilton

  • Population: 585,000
  • Avg. Home Price: $782,000
  • Median DOM: 35 days
  • 2-Bed Rent: $2,160/month
  • Vacancy Rate: 2.4%
  • Commute: 50-70mins to Toronto
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