542 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2N 4H8
443 - Lakeport, St. Catharines · Near Lake & Linwell · View map
About this home
Welcome to 542 Lake Street, a warm and inviting brick bungalow in one of north St. Catharines' most convenient locations. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot surrounded by mature trees, this home offers the space, comfort and practicality that makes bungalow living so appealing. Inside, you'll find 3+1 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and approximately 2,000 sq. ft. of finished living space. The bright living room features hardwood floors and a large picture window, while the spacious eat-in kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and room for everyday family meals. Three bedrooms, a full bathroom and convenient main-floor laundry make single-level living easy. Downstairs, the fully finished lower level provides a whole second living space with a large rec room, charming exposed brick, cozy gas fireplace, fourth bedroom or home office, a second full bathroom and workshop. The home is comfortably heated by the gas furnace and fireplace; the supplemental baseboard heaters are not required for normal heating. Outside, mature landscaping creates a lovely sense of privacy, with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the yard. An attached garage with interior entry and generous storage is complemented by two driveway entrances, from Lake Street and Prince Edward Street, with parking for four vehicles. The owned solar panels generate additional income (approximately $2,591 in 2025). Major updates include roof (2018), windows (2009), A/C (2012), Trane furnace (2003), solar panels (2013), plus updated bathrooms, kitchen cabinetry and interior/exterior doors. All of this in an established north-end neighbourhood close to shopping, schools, parks and trails, with Lake Ontario and Port Dalhousie just minutes away. A comfortable, spacious home, a fantastic location.
The home
- Type
- Bungalow
- Style
- Bungalow
- Square footage
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Basement bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 11
- Basement
- Full, Finished
- Lot size
- 60 x 110 ft
- Faces
- West
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 4
- Total parking
- 5
- Parking features
- Private Double
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,587/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Lake & Linwell
- Neighbourhood
- 443 - Lakeport
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$666 (at 900 sq ft)
- Listed
- Aug 18, 2026 · 56 days ago
- MLS® number
- X13688906
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The home and its surroundings
- Upgraded Insulation
- Water Softener
- Workbench
- Arts Centre
- Beach
- Golf
- Hospital
- Lake/Pond
- Marina
- Landscaped
- Patio
- Porch
- 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.
542 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2N 4H8
443 - Lakeport, St. Catharines · Near Lake & Linwell
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Listing history for 542 Lake Street
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Frequently asked questions about 542 Lake Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 542 Lake Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
542 Lake Street is listed for $599,000. With 20% down ($119,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,416 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,798 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 542 Lake Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
542 Lake Street is a bungalow in 443 - Lakeport, 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 542 Lake Street have?
542 Lake Street has 3 bedrooms, plus 1 more bedroom in the basement, and 2 bathrooms.
Does 542 Lake Street have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as attached, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 4 spaces. In total the listing counts 5 parking spaces.
Does 542 Lake Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, finished. It counts 1 bedroom on that level. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 542 Lake Street?
542 Lake Street is a bungalow. A bungalow has all of its main living space, including the bedrooms, on one floor, usually over a full basement.
How big is 542 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 60 x 110 ft.
How is 542 Lake Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 542 Lake Street?
Property taxes are $4,587 a year (2026), or about $382 a month.
Where is 542 Lake Street?
542 Lake Street is in the 443 - Lakeport community of St. Catharines. The nearest main intersection is Lake & Linwell. The postal code is L2N 4H8.
How long has 542 Lake Street been on the market?
542 Lake Street was listed on August 18, 2026. It has been on the market for 56 days. It is an active listing (MLS® X13688906). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar bungalows near 542 Lake Street asking?
Similar bungalow-style homes for sale nearby right now include 557 Lake Street at $664,900 (3+3 bed), 218 LAKE Street at $450,000 (2 bed) and 5 Meadowvale Drive at $598,000 (3+1 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 542 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 542 Lake Street?
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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.