70 James Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5C1
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
MLS®#:
X12893322
Property Type:
Commercial Retail
Property Style:
Area:
Niagara
Community:
451 - Downtown
Taxes:
$39,208.98 / 2025
Added:
March 17 2026
Lot Frontage:
78
Lot Depth:
105.5
Status:
Active
Outside:
Year Built:
Brokerage:
CBRE LIMITED
Lot :

105

78

Intersection:
James Street & King Street
Rooms:
Bedrooms:
Bathrooms:
Fireplace:
Utilities
Water:
Municipal
Cooling:
No
Heating Type:
None
Heating Fuel:

Listing Details

Incredible opportunity to purchase a building at one of the most prominent intersections in Downtown St. Catharines. Located on the corner of King and James, across the street from Market Square, and less than one block from City Hall, this property has the ability to achieve classy appeal and high traffic exposure with many near by amenities. The building used to be occupied by a popular franchise coffee shop, a convenience stores, and offices on the second floor. Buyers and agents should note that the building has been vacant for some time and has fallen into notable disrepair that requires significant investment to restore it to a structure that can be occupied, which is the reason for the low price point. At the very minimum buyers should be prepared to replace all lighting and light fixtures, wiring, and electrical systems, plumbing and fixtures, all mechanical systems are heating and a/c including ducting, doors, windows, hardware, fire systems, major drywall and demising wall repair, and more in order to make the structure safe and approved for occupancy so please keep this is mind before making a tour request(more work than this may be required for occupancy). The property is being sold as is where is.

Insights

  1. **Prime Location**: Situated at a prominent intersection in Downtown St. Catharines, this property benefits from high traffic exposure and proximity to key amenities such as Market Square and City Hall, making it an attractive spot for businesses.
  2. **Affordable Investment Opportunity**: Priced at $1,500,000, the property is positioned as a low-cost entry point for investors, especially considering its potential for restoration and redevelopment in a desirable area.
  3. **Renovation Potential**: While the building requires significant repairs and updates, this presents a unique opportunity for buyers to customize the space to their specifications, potentially increasing its value and appeal in the market.

Neighborhood Overview

Complete neighborhood profile for 70 James Street

451 - Downtown home prices

Average sold price for Detached, Semi-Detached, Condo, Townhomes in 451 - Downtown
* Data is provided courtesy of TRREB (Toronto Regional Real-estate Board)