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Hamilton,ON L8P 3J7
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,155 sqft
Price per Sqft $581
MLS Listing ID 40760344
Style 3 Storey
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1880
Annual Tax Amount $16,038
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
The Nortonia Mansion | A Legacy Estate in Hamilton's Prestigious Durand Enclave | Step into the grandeur of The Nortonia — a Queen Anne English Mansion nestled in Hamilton's exclusive Durand neighbourhood. Celebrated in The Globe and Mail as a highlight in “An Exhibit of Hamilton's Mansions,” this stately residence is a masterwork of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship. A true Downton Abbey lifestyle awaits, with a regal façade and a succession of exquisitely panelled rooms accessed via 9-ft French doors. Soaring 10.5-ft ceilings crown the principal spaces, where original wood detailing remains intact. The formal dining room boasts a shimmering crystal chandelier, heritage stained glass, and a balcony walkout. Rich wood panels and antique swinging doors lead to a granite-clad chef's kitchen, beautifully blending old-world charm with modern function. The Petite Salon's coffered ceiling, exposed wood beams, and jewel-toned stained glass lead into the luminous Conservatory Atrium — perfect for morning tea or evening entertaining. A grand staircase showcases an 8-ft stained glass tribute to Lady Nortonia, a centrepiece of this heirloom estate. The second level continues with 10.5-ft ceilings, four generous bedrooms, spa-inspired 4-pc and 5-pc baths, and large laundry room. A separate entrance accesses a legal 2-bedroom apartment — ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or income. The original Carriage House includes a 2-car garage and upper loft studio with separate entry — a creative space, rental, or private retreat. This rare offering combines heritage, flexibility, and income potential in a historically rich neighbourhood. Estates of this calibre rarely come to market. The Nortonia Mansion is more than a home — it's a family legacy of enduring beauty and exceptional craftsmanship.
Location
Province ON
County Hamilton
Area 12 - Hamilton West
Zoning R1
Rooms
Kitchen 2
Interior
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Exterior
Parking Features Detached Garage,Interlock
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Asphalt Shing,Slate
Building
Lot Description Urban,Rectangular,City Lot,Greenbelt,Hospital,Library,Major Highway,Place of Worship,Public Parking,Quiet Area,School Bus Route,Schools,Shopping Nearby
Foundation Poured Concrete,Stone
Sewer Sewer (Municipal)
Water Municipal
Structure Type Brick,Stone
New Construction No