172 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y9
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Carlton Street and Lake Street · View map
About this home
Look no further! This beautiful home is perfect for first-time buyers or if you are looking to downsize. Renovated throughout, this home has great curb appeal, with new siding (2022), and a covered front porch with modern glass railing. The bright, open main floor features living room, dining room, kitchen with convenient breakfast bar, and updated 2 piece bathroom. On the second floor, you will find two spacious bedrooms with generous closet space, and an updated full 4 piece bathroom. The basement with laundry area has good ceiling height and offers potential to finish for additional living or home office space. Detached garage with newer concrete floor/garage door and roof (2021). Parking is not a concern with a large, newly paved, private driveway, offering plenty of room for guests with space for four vehicles. Conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, and all amenities. Just a short walking distance to schools, plus quick and easy highway access. This lovely home is ready for you to move in!
The home
- Type
- 1 1/2 storey
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 7
- Basement
- Development Potential
- Lot size
- 33.1 x 80.3 ft
- Faces
- East
- View
- Downtown
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 3
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $3,056/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- 30-60 days
- Cross street
- Carlton Street and Lake Street
- Neighbourhood
- 451 - Downtown
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$588 (at 900 sq ft)
- Listed
- Sep 16, 2026 · 26 days ago
- MLS® number
- X13794704
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The home and its surroundings
- Auto Garage Door Remote
- Water Heater
- Deck
- Paved Yard
- Patio
- Porch
- Year Round Living
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
172 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y9
451 - Downtown, St. Catharines · Near Carlton Street and Lake Street
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Listing history for 172 Lake Street
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Frequently asked questions about 172 Lake Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 172 Lake Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
172 Lake Street is listed for $529,000. With 20% down ($105,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,134 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,389 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 172 Lake Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
172 Lake Street is a 1 1/2 storey in 451 - Downtown, St. Catharines. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 172 Lake Street have?
172 Lake Street has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Does 172 Lake Street have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as detached, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 2 spaces. In total the listing counts 3 parking spaces.
Does 172 Lake Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as development potential.
What style of home is 172 Lake Street?
172 Lake Street is a 1 1/2 storey. A 1½-storey home has a full main floor and a partial second floor under the roofline, often with dormer windows.
How big is 172 Lake Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 700 and 1,100 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 33.1 x 80.3 ft.
How is 172 Lake Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 172 Lake Street?
Property taxes are $3,056 a year (2025), or about $255 a month.
Where is 172 Lake Street?
172 Lake Street is in the 451 - Downtown community of St. Catharines. The nearest main intersection is Carlton Street and Lake Street. The postal code is L2R 5Y9.
How long has 172 Lake Street been on the market?
172 Lake Street was listed on September 16, 2026. It has been on the market for 26 days. It is an active listing (MLS® X13794704). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar bungalows near 172 Lake Street asking?
Similar bungalow-style homes for sale nearby right now include 155 1/2 Lake Street at $492,000 (2+1 bed), 43 DACOTAH Street at $489,900 (2+1 bed) and 44 North Street at $400,000 (2 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 172 Lake Street sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 172 Lake Street?
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Similar bungalows nearby
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1 1/2 storey$400,00044 North Street, St. Catharines2 bed · 2 bath · 451 - DowntownCourtesy of: ROYAL LEPAGE NRC REALTYView home →Courtesy of: EXP REALTY
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.