About This Property

An amazing opportunity to bring your business vision to one of Hamilton's most vibrant and sought-after corridors. Located at 486 James St. N, this turnkey space is ideal for a QSR, sit-down restaurant, café, coffee shop, or other creative food concept. Situated in the heart of James Street North, Hamilton's destination for independent restaurants, boutique shopping, galleries, and the arts, this location offers excellent exposure in a high-traffic, walkable neighbourhood. Just a short walk to West Harbour GO Station, Pier 4 Park, the Hamilton Harbour Waterfront Trail, and Pier 8, the area continues to see major growth and investment. With thousands of new condos, apartments, housing units, and a new retail boardwalk planned nearby, this is a rare chance to secure a highly visible location in a rapidly expanding waterfront district. Bring your concept to life in one of Hamilton's most exciting neighbourhoods.

Building & Size

Building Area

1036 Square Feet

Retail Area

1036

Property Sub-Type

Commercial Retail

Property Use

Retail

Business Type

Hospitality/Food Related

Freestanding

Yes

Location

Cross Street

JAMES ST. N. & PICTON ST. E.

Entry Direction

JAMES ST. N., SOUTH OF PICTON, EAST SIDE

City

Hamilton

Neighbourhood

North End

County / Region

Hamilton

Province

ON

Postal Code

L8L 1J1

Country

CA

Lot

Lot Width (ft)

23

Lot Depth (ft)

45

Lot Type

Unit

Lot Shape

Rectangular

Interior & Systems

Heat Type

Gas Forced Air Closed

Cooling

Yes

Basement

Yes

Security

No

Utilities

Yes

Sewer

Sanitary+Storm

Parking & Access

Garage Type

Plaza

Lease & Financials

Transaction Type

For Lease

Occupant

Vacant

Possession

Immediate

Possession Details

IMMEDIATE

Min. Lease Term (months)

36

Max. Lease Term (months)

60

Annual Tax (TMI)

$806.30

Tax Type

TMI

Tax Year

2026

Listing Info

MLS Status

New

Contract Status

Available

Listed By

SUTTON GROUP INNOVATIVE REALTY INC.

Board

Toronto Regional Real Estate Board

Showing Requirements

Lockbox

Listing Expiry

2026-09-30

Assessment Year

2026