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Investment signal

$589,900

42 UNION STREET

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Beds

3

Baths

1

Sqft

Year

Type

Single Family

Suite

Investment signal

Location nearby

Nearby school, halal, mosque, grocery, park, and transit layers are still being built for St. Catharines (Western Hill). The listing facts above are live; the neighborhood-intelligence layer needs POI coverage before it can score this address properly.

About this home

Approved shovel-ready triplex development opportunity in St. Catharines! Calling all investors,builders, and savvy buyers. This is a rare chance to begin construction immediately with anapproved triplex permit already in hand, avoiding months of planning delays and significantsoft costs. Plans are completed for approximately 3,900-4,000 sqft of total build, designed asthree self-contained residential units featuring efficient layouts, multiple washrooms, andmodern exterior elevations tailored for strong rental appeal. Ideal for investors seekinglong-term hold cash flow, a BRRRR strategy, or builders looking for a ready-to-go project withapprovals secured and equally attractive for a buyer looking to live in one unit and rent theother two for supplemental income. Situated in a desirable neighbourhood close to schools,Montessori and childcare centres, parks, public transit, shopping, and everyday amenities, withconvenient access to downtown St. Catharines, Brock University, the Pen Centre, and majorroutes. A turnkey multi-unit opportunity in a growing rental market (id:65958)

Subtype
Single Family
Structure
House
Community
458 - Western Hill
Common interest
Freehold
Lot dimensions
38.5 x 155.2 FT
Bedrooms
3 above grade
Parking
2 total
Stories
1.5
Fireplace
Yes
On market
Apr 20, 2026
Status changed
Apr 20, 2026
Annual tax
$2,875.3
Photos
21
MLS#
X13021732
Area
ST._CATHARINES_(WESTERN_HILL)

Features and systems

Parking

No Garage

Basement

UnfinishedPartial

Heating

Forced airNatural gas

Cooling

Central air conditioning

Exterior

StoneStucco

Foundation

Block
Negative cash flow ~$676/mo at these assumptions

Cash on cash

-6.88%

Cap rate

3.49%

GRM

16.7

Break-even rent

$3,662

Financing

Down payment$117,980
Loan amount$471,920
Mortgage$2,391/mo

Operating expenses (monthly)

Property tax(est. 0.55%/yr (AB avg))$270
Insurance$80
Maintenance$492
CapEx reserve$246
Vacancy loss$148

Estimates only. Actual cash flow depends on financing terms, condition reports, current market rents, property tax assessment, condo fees, and tenant quality. Defaults: 4.5% rate, 30-year amortization, 5% vacancy, 1%/yr maintenance, 0.5%/yr CapEx reserve, $80/mo insurance. Property tax estimated at 0.55%/yr where not provided. Talk to a mortgage broker before relying on these numbers.

Mortgage estimate

Estimated $2,391/mo at 4.5% with 20% down, 30-yr amortization.Estimate only — actual payment varies by qualification + insurance.

Listing brokerage

Listing brokerage on file

Listing data via CREA DDF®. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by CREA. Last updated Apr 20, 2026.

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