40 FAIRLEIGH CRESCENT

Key facts

• Property type: Single Family
• Structure: House
• Transaction: For Sale
• Price: $860,000
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 2
• Lot size: 40 x 107.3 FT
• Parking: 5
• Listing key: 29820823

Listing overview

A turn onto Fairleigh Crescent feels like a step back in time. Tucked within Hamilton's sought-after St. Clair neighbourhood, this hidden gem is lined with beautifully preserved century homes beneath a canopy of mature, old-growth trees. At 40 Fairleigh stands a remarkable Ginkgo tree, believed to be over 800 years old-so significant it has been catalogued and monitored by the University. A century ago, the crescent itself was thoughtfully curved around another notable tree located on this same property, creating a graceful, meandering streetscape far more charming than the typical city grid, and resulting in a slightly larger lot. The featured home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, rare private parking for 5 and extensive renovations. Updates include two beautifully finished baths, a substantial second-floor addition and an open kitchen anchored by an impressive 65 x 53 granite i...