$399,000
For sale: Detached

Welcome to 225 Grantham Avenue, an affordable opportunity in a convenient St. Catharines location that's perfect for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking to simplify without giving up living space. Just minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, public transit, and with quick access to the QEW, this home makes everyday living easy.Offering 1,208 square feet above grade and no basement, this 1.5-storey home provides the benefit of lower maintenance without sacrificing functionality. The main floor features a bright, open-concept layout with large windows, updated vinyl plank flooring, a modern kitchen with clean white cabinetry, tiled backsplash, eat-in dining area, a spacious living room, one bedroom, a full 4-piece bathroom, and a convenient laundry/mechanical room. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms and an updated 2-piece bathroom, a rare and valuable feature for a home of this style.The 45' x 80' lot offers a generous yet low-maintenance backyard, along with a welcoming covered front porch to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Additional updates completed in recent years include the kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and finishes, allowing you to move in with confidence. Complete with forced air gas heating, central air conditioning, and 100-amp electrical service, this is an excellent opportunity to stop renting, start building equity, and take advantage of today's buyer-friendly market.
Sold data
Detached homes in St. Catharines (Facer) took a median of 23 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 14 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 44, across 250 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 42 days.
The median sale price was $599,900.
Homes sold for about 3.2% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 8% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 28% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 250 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
St. Catharines (Facer) 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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