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MLS® X13869114For SaleDetached

144 Lovers Lane

Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 1G8

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144 Lovers Lane, Hamilton, photo 1
Asking$1,399,000
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Size
2,500–3,000sq ft
Per sq ft
$509at the range’s middle
Lot
Under 0.50 acres
Tax a year
$10,0582026 tax year
Parking
62 attached
Days on market
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The brief

About 144 Lovers Lane

144 Lovers Lane is a 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom detached house in Ancaster, Hamilton, listed for sale at an asking price of $1,399,000 (MLS® X13869114).

Set on an exceptional lot in one of Ancaster's most sought-after established neighbourhoods, this sprawling custom-built two-storey residence offers the space, layout and solid construction rarely found in today's market. Lovingly cared for and thoughtfully maintained, the home makes an immediate impression with its grand foyer, sweeping circular staircase and generous principal rooms. The main level is designed for family living and entertaining, with a spacious living room featuring a striking fireplace, dedicated home office, large dining area, expansive kitchen and adjoining family room overlooking the backyard. Direct access to the double-car garage adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms provide excellent accommodation for a growing family. The finished basement adds an extraordinary amount of flexibility, featuring a secondary kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, living and recreation spaces, laundry and a separate entrance from the garage, ideal for extended family, teenagers, guests, entertaining or an in-law arrangement. Tons of appeal here for the family, setting and an opportunity. While the home presents an opportunity to introduce today's finishes and design sensibility, its substantial footprint, generous lot, central location and established neighbourhood provide an exceptional opportunity to create something special. An opportunity to bring new life to a well-built family home in a neighbourhood where space, lot size and location are continually in demand.

Insights

  • Condition Score

    Good

    6 condition-related facts documented

    Source: Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.

  • Cashflow Quality

    Shortfall

    −$3,371/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)

    Source: Median of 21 detached homes with 5 bedrooms for lease in Hamilton right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage and property tax.

Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.

The home

Key facts

Tax
$10,058 / 2026
MLS® number
X13869114
Board
TRREB MLS®
Property Type
Detached
Days on market
Size
2500-3000 sqft
Lot Size
80.16 x 150.31 ft
Listed on
Parking
2 Attached, 6 Parking
Listing brokerage: CENTURY 21 HERITAGE GROUP LTD.Data source: TRREB MLS®Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Contained information is subject to errors, omissions, and changes without notice. Information should be independently verified.

Property details

Property

Property Type
Detached
Style
2-Storey
Community
Ancaster
Municipality
Hamilton

Building

Size
2500-3000 sqft
Construction
Brick

Inside

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Bathroom Details
1 × 2pc Main, 1 × 2pc Bsmt, 1 × 5pc 2nd, 1 × 4pc 2nd
Basement Type
Full
Kitchens
2

Parking

Driveway
Pvt Double
Garage Type
Attached
Garage
2
Additional Parking
4
Total Parking
6

Utilities

Water
Municipal
Cooling
Central Air
Heating Type
Forced Air

Land

Sewer
Sewers
Frontage
80.16 ft
Depth
150.31 ft
Lot Size
80.16 x 150.31 ft

Additional

Foundation
Poured Concrete
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Fireplace
Yes
Pool
None
Den
Yes
Family room
Yes
Extras
Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer

Rooms

RoomSizeFeaturesLevel
Foyer5.69 × 3.25 m—Main
Living4.8 × 3.33 m—Main
Dining3.94 × 3.33 m—Main
Kitchen3.51 × 3.35 m—Main
Breakfast3.91 × 3.28 m—Main
Family4.27 × 5.77 m—Main
Laundry2.18 × 1.85 m—Main
Bathroom1.47 × 1.24 m2 Pc BathMain
Br3.4 × 3.25 m—Main
Primary3.28 × 5.05 m—2nd
Br3.25 × 3.71 m—2nd
Bathroom2.39 × 2.54 m5 Pc Bath2nd
Br3.35 × 3.023 m—2nd
Br3.33 × 4.34 m—2nd
Bathroom3.02 × 3.12 m4 Pc Ensuite2nd
Rec8.71 × 3.2 m—Bsmt
Kitchen3.35 × 3.23 m—Bsmt
Dining3.66 × 3.2 m—Bsmt
Bathroom3.15 × 1.93 m2 Pc BathBsmt
Utility3.58 × 5.77 m—Bsmt
Utility2.34 × 3.05 m—Bsmt
Utility1.07 × 3.07 m—Bsmt
Laundry2.2 × 1.86 m—Bsmt

Listing history

Buy/sell history for 144 Lovers Lane, Hamilton, Ontario

Sale history on this site covers the last 2 years, the window permitted under the TRREB MLS® VOW agreement.

Date StartDate EndList PricePriceEventListing ID
Date StartN/AN/A$1,399,000N/AFor SaleX13869114

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The numbers

Mortgage Calculator

Plan with the current asking price

20% · $279,800

CMHC insurance: not required at 20% down. Payments use Canadian semi-annual compounding.

Mortgage Details

4.8% · 5-year term · 25-year amortization · 20% down

Total down payment
$279,800
Total mortgage amount
$1,119,200
Total interest payment
$795,700
Total purchase cost
$2,194,700
Mortgage payment
$6,383/mo

Cash Flow Analysis

If you rented this home out at 20% down

Break-even down payment

62%

Monthly carrying cost

$7,221
−$3,371per month
  • Rent $3,850
  • Shortfall $3,371

Rental income opens at $3,850, the median asking rent of 21 comparable homes for lease in Hamilton. Type over it with the rent you expect. This is a planning tool, not advice.

Land transfer tax on this home

Ontario land transfer tax
$24,455
Total land transfer tax
$24,455
First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
−$4,000
Total for first-time buyers
$20,455
See how this is worked out
0.5% on the first $55,000
$275
1.0% from $55,000 to $250,000
$1,950
1.5% from $250,000 to $400,000
$2,250
2.0% from $400,000 to $1,399,000
$19,980
Ontario total
$24,455

An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.

Estimate

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The estimate is an automated value built from public and MLS® data. It is not an appraisal; ask Kassaundra Dobson, Broker of Record for a full comparative market analysis.

Comparable sales

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The market

Detached homes for sale in Ancaster right now

For sale now
87
Median asking price
$1.5M

Middle half: $1.16M to $1.99M

New in 7 days
10

32 in 28 days

Price cuts
26%

23 listings

This home is asking 7% below the median.

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Asking prices and counts of the MLS® listings on this site as of today. Asking figures only, never sold or leased prices.

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The street

Schools nearby

ElementaryTypeDistanceEQAO average 2024–25
St. Ann (Ancaster) Catholic Elementary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades JK–8650 m76%Grade 6 average
Spring Valley SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades JK–8900 m67%Grade 6 average
Frank Panabaker North SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 1–8 · French Immersion1.7 km72%Grade 3 average
ÉÉC Monseigneur-de-LavalConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenirFrench-language Catholic · grades JK–88 km69%Grade 6 average
SecondaryTypeDistanceGrade 9 math 2024–25
Ancaster High SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–121.7 km67%Grade 9 math
Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth CDSBCatholic · grades 9–122.6 km69%Grade 9 math
Dundas Valley Secondary SchoolHamilton-Wentworth DSBPublic · grades 9–123.9 km58%Grade 9 math
École secondaire Georges-P-VanierConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades 9–128.9 km73%Grade 9 math

EQAO: share of students at or above the provincial standard, 2024–25 (Ontario open data). These are the schools nearest this home, not the schools it is assigned to: boundaries change, and some schools take students by application. Confirm with the board before you buy. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.

The verdict

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