Welcome to 78 Russell Avenue! Located in the heart of St. Catharines, this attractive 2-storey home offers both comfort and convenience. As we walk up the steps, notice the spacious porch! Step inside to a bright and inviting living room, where the pot lights create a cozy and relaxing ambiance. Attractive laminate flooring runs throughout the home, offering both style and easy maintenance; perfect for kids and pets.The generous dining area provides ample space for family dinners and gatherings, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space. Just off the dining room, the kitchen was updated in 2016 and features stainless steel appliances and a central island with seating for three-ideal for casual meals or morning coffee. Upstairs, a wooden staircase leads to three good-sized bedrooms, all with laminate flooring, along with a 4-piece bathroom. The basement offers additional living space, including a spacious recreation room, a 3-piece bathroom (basement updated in 2019), a large laundry room, and a furnace room. The basement is equipped with an electrical sump pump. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard; truly a gem in this downtown location and a safe haven for kids and pets. The right side fencing and gate updated in 2026. Minutes to Harriet Tubman Public School, Catherine Street Park, and the Carol Disher Leash-Free Dog Park are all just a short 4-minute walk away. The driveway offers generous parking for 2 larger, or 3 smaller cars. There is ample street parking as well from 8AM to 6PM and it is also possible to get an annual parking pass from the city. ##visit the REALTOR website for further information about this Listing.##
Address
78 Russell Avenue
List Price
$489,900
MLS® Status
Price Change
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Detached
Style of Home
2-Storey
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
St. Catharines
Sub-Area
451 - Downtown
Region
Niagara
Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms (Total)
3
Rooms Above Grade
3
Rooms Below Grade
2
Bathrooms
2
Floor Area
1100-1500 Sq. Ft.
Lot Depth
100
Lot Size Range (Acres)
< .50
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
32
Occupant Type
Owner
Cross Street
BETWEEN LAKE/GENEVA SOUTH QEW
Approx. Age
100+ Years
MLS® Number
X12973706
Listing Brokerage
ROYAL LEPAGE NRC REALTY
Basement Area
Full, Finished
Postal Code
L2R 1V7
Posession Details
Flexible
Parking
Other
Parking Places (Total)
3
Parking Spaces
2
Tax Amount
$3,002.77
Tax Year
2026
Interior Features
Carpet Free
Central Vacuum
No
Family Room
No
Elevator
No
Ensuite Laundry
No
Special Designation
Unknown
Standard Status
Active
Senior Community
No
Board Or Association
Niagara Association of REALTORS
Heat Source
Gas
Heat Type
Forced Air
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Features
Central Air
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
UFFI
No
Direction Faces
North
Fireplace
No
Foundation Details
Concrete Block, Poured Concrete
Garage
No
Garage Type
None
Kitchens Total
1
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Pool Features
None
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Tax Legal Description
PTL 3-4, CY PLAN 145 GRANTHAM AS IN R0309651; ST. CATHARINES
Water Source
Unknown
Waterfront
No
Waterfront
None
Sewer
Sewer
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Rooms
| Floor | Type | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | Kitchen | 5.1 x 3 | Double Sink, Stainless Steel Appl |
| Main | Living Room | 3.5 x 3.3 | Laminate |
| Main | Dining Room | 4.8 x 3.3 | Laminate |
| Second | Primary Bedroom | 5.4 x 2.7 | Laminate |
| Second | Bedroom | 3.9 x 2.7 | Double Closet, Laminate |
| Second | Bedroom 2 | 3.2 x 3 | Double Closet, Laminate |
| Second | Bathroom | 2.1 x 1.8 | 4 Pc Bath |
| Basement | Recreation | 4.9 x 2.4 | Laminate |
| Basement | Bathroom | 2.6 x 2.4 | 3 Pc Bath |
| Basement | Laundry | 3.2 x 2.1 | |
| Basement | Furnace Room | 4 x 2.1 |