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Welcome to 557 Lake St - a well-kept, income-generating 2-family home in the highly convenient north end of St. Catharines. This solid property features two spacious 3-bedroom units-one on the main level and one on the lower level-each offering generous living space and modern updates. The layout also allows the home to be easily converted back into a single-family residence if preferred, giving you exceptional flexibility. Step inside to find tastefully renovated interiors, including updated kitchens with stone countertops, refreshed bathrooms, and clean, contemporary finishes throughout. Bright, functional layouts make both units appealing to families and long-term tenants. With two separate hydro meters, each household manages its own usage-a great feature for investors. Both units are currently leased to families, providing immediate, steady rental income. Perfectly located near shopping, parks, transit, and top-rated schools including Eden High School, St. Francis Catholic Secondary, Parnall PS, Dalewood PS, and École Élémentaire L'Héritage, this property offers the ideal blend of convenience, size, and value. Whether you're expanding your rental portfolio, seeking a multi-family living solution, or wanting a home that can easily be returned to single-family use, 557 Lake St is a fantastic opportunity worth exploring.
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Monthly Cost
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Estimated monthly$2,875/mo
Mortgage (principal + interest)$2,487
Property taxFrom listing: $4,650/yr$388
Minimum $41,490 down for this price; the slider moves in whole percent, starting at 7%. Under 20% adds mortgage default insurance. Confirm with a lender.
Mortgage uses Canadian semi-annual compounding. Houses-Gate doesn’t offer financing.
Estimated Budget
About how much cash you’ll need on closing day, besides the mortgage.
Down payment20% of the list price$132,980
Ontario land transfer taxProvincial brackets, no first-time refund$9,773
Legal fees & disbursementsTypical range $1,800–$2,800$1,800
Home inspectionTypical range $500–$800$600
Title insuranceTypical range $300–$600$400
Cash needed at closingEstimate$145,553
First-time buyers can get up to $4,000 back on Ontario land transfer tax. St. Catharines has no municipal land transfer tax (Toronto does).
Uses Ontario’s land transfer tax brackets and the down payment set in Monthly Cost. Legal, inspection and title-insurance figures are typical ranges, not quotes.
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