$399,900
For sale: Detached

Attention first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors! Finding a detached, move-in ready home under $400K is becoming increasingly rare, and this beautifully updated St. Catharines home is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Offering approximately 890 sq ft above grade plus a finished basement with a separate entrance, this home delivers exceptional value with modern updates and plenty of flexibility. The bright main floor features 2 bedrooms and has been refreshed with new flooring throughout the main level, fresh paint, updated lighting, a new kitchen countertop, and new kitchen and bathroom fixtures (2026). Major updates include windows (2019), roof (2020), and hot water tank (2023), providing added peace of mind. The finished basement offers additional living space, a home office, rec room, or future income potential, while the separate entrance has been professionally waterproofed and a brand new sump pump with a 25-year warranty has been installed. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard, new front deck (2023), and brand new back deck (2025). Located directly across from a park with a city-operated outdoor pool and just minutes to Brock University, St. Catharines Hospital, shopping, GO/VIA Rail, and everyday amenities, this home combines affordability, convenience, and thoughtful updates in one exceptional package.
Sold data
Detached homes in St. Catharines (Western Hill) took a median of 22 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 11 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 42, across 317 recorded sales.
The median sale price was $624,000.
Homes sold for about 2.2% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 14% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 26% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 317 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
St. Catharines (Western Hill) has 47 Fraser Institute–rated schools (38 elementary and 9 secondary), averaging 7.3/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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