144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON

$249,000
MLS#:X13883618
0 beds
0 baths
Commercial
Commercial for sale - 0 Bed, 0 Bath Home at 144 Lake Street St. Catharines ON listed at $249,000 (MLS# X13883618) - Main View
For Sale
Added:Oct 9, 2026(15 days ago)
Updated:Oct 9, 2026(15 days ago)
Last Checked:12 minutes ago

Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable sale of business located in the coveted neighborhood of Downtown. Offering a sublime balance of structural integrity and modern aesthetic appeal, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $249,000 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.

  • 0 Bedrooms and 0 Bathrooms
  • Spacious lot size measured in Feet
  • equipped with no central cooling and highly efficient none heating

Description

OVER 30 YEARS IN BUSINESS WITH LOW MONTHLY RENT! Rare opportunity to own a well-established,turnkey LLBO-licensed restaurant, Maestro's Pizzeria, in the heart of St. Catharines! Locatedat 144 Lake Street, this popular pizza and sub restaurant offers excellent exposure on a busymain road, surrounded by established residential neighbourhoods and local businesses, withconvenient access to downtown, public transit and the QEW. Enjoy the added convenience ofon-site parking for owners and customers! Offering seating for 24 guests along with takeout anddelivery services, the restaurant features delicious family recipes, top-rated pizzas, subs andlighter menu options, supported by a loyal customer base and an impressive 4.4-star Googlerating with 415 reviews! The current owners have invested $16,000 in recent upgrades. Anattractive lease is in place with low monthly rent of $2,100 including HST. The seller iswilling to provide one month of training to ensure a smooth transition for the new owner. Listof chattels and equipment will be provided with an offer. Financial statements available uponsigning a Confidentiality Agreement. An excellent opportunity to step into an establishedrestaurant business in a desirable St. Catharines location! PLEASE DO NOT GO DIRECT OR SPEAK TOEMPLOYEES.

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Property Summary

This sale of business located at 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines is currently for sale and has been available for 15 days. This property is listed at $249,000 with an estimated mortgage of $829* per month. It has 0 beds, 0 bathrooms, and is unknown square feet. 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines is in the Downtown neighborhood.

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* Estimated mortgage assumes a 30% down payment, 4.00% interest rate, and 30-year amortization.
Is this a Good Home for Families?

Ideal for small families, couples, or individuals seeking a manageable and comfortable living layout in Downtown, St. Catharines.

Great for Small Household / Couples
What We Love About This Home
  • •Desirable Sale Of Business architecture in Downtown, St. Catharines
Standout Features & Layout
Who Should Buy This Home?

First-time home buyers, professionals, or investors seeking value.

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Key Features

Property Type
Commercial

Additional Details

StatusActive
Price$249,000
AddedOct 9, 2026 (15 days ago)
UpdatedOct 9, 2026 (15 days ago)
Last Checked12 minutes ago
Transaction TypeFor Sale
List Office NameRE/MAX EXCELLENCE REAL ESTATE

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeSale Of Business
CountyNiagara
Annual Tax$0
Rental ItemsHot Water Tank

Parking & Garage

Garage TypeNone

Heating & Cooling

Heat TypeNone
CoolingNo

Features

Property Features

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Interior Features

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Security Features

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Community Features

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Property History

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St. Catharines Buyer Budget & Costs

Estimated mortgage: $829*/month*. Estimated Ontario Land Transfer Tax: $2,215. First-time St. Catharines home buyers may qualify for up to $8,475 in rebates.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON

Q.What is the asking price for 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON ?

The current listing price for 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON in Downtown, St. Catharines is $249,000.

Q.How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

This property features null bedrooms and null bathrooms.

Q.What property type and architectural style is 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON ?

144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON is a Sale Of Business () featuring a basement.

Q.What heating and cooling systems are installed?

Heating is provided via standard central heat and cooling via No.

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Neighborhood Safety Index

Neighborhood Safety & Crime Analytics

Downtown, St. Catharines

SAFETY RATING9.4 / 10
Low Incident Area
Total Annual Incidents35 incidents / yr
Average Per Month2.9 incidents / mo
Population BenchmarkArea Average residents
Personal Safety
Very Low

8 assaults (30.0/100k)

Property Security
Very Low

8 B&E (30.0/100k)

Auto Theft Risk
Low Risk

10 thefts (35.0/100k)

1-Year Trend
â–Ľ 6%

Improving vs previous year

How Per-Capita Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) Is Calculated:

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Pricing & Value Insights

Data-driven valuation for 144 Lake Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y3

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$237,000 - $244,000

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Interest Rate4.00%
Down Payment$74,700 (30.0%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $12,450.
Amortization Period30 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$829Based on a loan of $174,300 over 30 years.
Purchase Price$249,000
Loan Amount$174,300
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$2,215
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$2,215

About Purchasing a Home in St. Catharines, ON

For a property listed at $249,000 in St. Catharines, the legal minimum down payment is $12,450 under current Canadian banking regulations. This calculation applies a 5% requirement on the first $500,000, 10% on the next $499,999, and a flat 20% on any amount exceeding $1,000,000.

Additionally, buyers in Ontario must budget for the Provincial Land Transfer Tax, which is estimated at $2,215 for this transaction. As this listing is in St. Catharines (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $2,215.

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Verified Local Data
City Population323,103
City Median Age40.5 Yrs
City Ownership86% Owners
Avg Area List Price$761,815

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
15%
Families with children
52%
Couples without children
28%
Other households
5%

Top Ethnic Origins

Italian35%
Canadian10%
Russian8%
Chinese6%

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Elementary Schools

St Nicholas
Public149 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3E2
4.4
Immaculée-Conception
Public153 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3E2
6.3
Harriet Tubman
Public84 Henry Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 5V4
6.3
St Denis
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5.4
Connaught
Public28 Prince Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 3X7
8.5

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Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied86%
Rented14%

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