$449,900
For sale: Multiplex

478 East Main Street offers a practical opportunity for investors, owner-occupants, or buyers looking for flexible space in a central Welland location. This approximately 2,000 sq. ft. up/down duplex features a spacious 1-bedroom main-floor unit and a renovated 2-bedroom upper unit, which is currently vacant and ready for its next use. With separate entrances and separate hydro meters, the layout provides clear separation between the two units and supports a variety of ownership options. The property also includes a private rear patio, parking for approximately 3-4 vehicles, and a roof updated in 2020. Located along East Main Street, this address offers convenient access to downtown Welland, shopping, restaurants, everyday amenities, the Welland Canal, Niagara College, and commuter routes throughout Niagara. A functional, well-positioned property with income potential, flexibility, and strong long-term value.
Sold data
Homes in Welland Downtown took a median of 26 days to sell over the last 365 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 14 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 63, across 48 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 69 days.
The median sale price was $427,400.
Homes sold for about 4.3% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 2% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 23% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 48 recorded sales in the last 1 year — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Welland (Welland Downtown) has 23 Fraser Institute–rated schools (18 elementary and 5 secondary), averaging 6.5/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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