
43 Forest Ave
12 Month Lease

**Beautifully Renovated 2-Bed + Den Top-Floor Unit with Balcony in Hamilton's Stinson Neighbourhood — $1,800/Month**
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**PRICE:** $1,800/month (water & gas... included; hydro extra)
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Welcome to this spacious, freshly renovated top-floor unit in the heart of Hamilton's charming Stinson neighbourhood — a rare find that blends modern updates with over 800 sq ft of comfortable living. Featuring a brand-new kitchen and bathroom, a decorative fireplace, and a rear balcony, this is an ideal home for a young professional, couple, or small family looking to plant roots in a connected, walkable community. One parking spot is included, lawn care and snow removal are taken care of for you, and a professional deep clean is scheduled before move-in.
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**NEIGHBOURHOOD**
Tucked at the base of the Niagara Escarpment, Stinson is one of Hamilton's most walkable and evolving central neighbourhoods. Known for its heritage charm, diverse community, and convenient access to everything the city offers, this is a neighbourhood that feels like home the moment you arrive. Local shopping and everyday conveniences are found along Stinson Street and Main Street East just steps away, while the broader downtown core is minutes by bus or car.
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**Live where the city comes alive:**
- **Transit:** HSR Route 12 (Wentworth) stops directly on Stinson Street, connecting you to Main Street East, King, Cannon, and Barton. Multiple HSR routes serve the surrounding area, with connections to the Hamilton GO Centre for regional travel.
- **Hospital:** Hamilton General Hospital (237 Barton St. E.) is your nearest major hospital — a full-service teaching hospital just minutes away.
- **Local:** Gage Park (1000 Main St. E.) — one of Hamilton's most beloved 30-hectare parks featuring gardens, a greenhouse, walking paths, and a fountain — is easily accessible along Main Street East. Emerald Coffee Co. on Barton Street East is a popular neighbourhood café known for its quality coffee and cozy atmosphere.
- **Highway:** Quick access to Highway 403 is available just west of the neighbourhood, ideal for commuters heading to Mississauga, Toronto, or the broader GTHA.
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**UNIT FEATURES**
- 2 Bedrooms + Den
- 1 Bathroom
- Over 800 sq ft
- Newly renovated kitchen and bathroom
- Freshly painted throughout
- Decorative fireplace
- Private balcony (rear of unit)
- Top-floor unit on a quiet street
- Lawn care and snow removal included
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**RENT INCLUDES**
- $1,800/month base rent
- Water included
- Gas included
- 1 parking spot (exposed parking lot)
- Lawn care & snow removal
- *(Hydro/electricity is extra)*
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**AVAILABLE JULY 29, 2026 — SCHEDULE A VIEWING TODAY!**
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**REQUIREMENTS**
- Credit verification
- Rental application post-viewing
- First + last month's rent
- Renters insurance
61 East Avenue S Unit 5 is located in Hamilton, in the L8N 2T5 zip code.
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100





School
Commute Time (Distance)
Mohawk College
Drive: 6 min (4.3 km)
McMaster University
Drive: 11 min (6.9 km)
Redeemer University College
Drive: 17 min (12.4 km)
Shoppers will appreciate 61 East Avenue S Unit 5 proximity to 90 Wellington St N, 581 Main St E, and 96 Main St E. 90 Wellington St N is 0.9 kilometers away, and 581 Main St E is within a 9 minute walk.
With a TransitScore of 70, 61 East Avenue S Unit 5 has good public transit, including 5 transit stops within 16.9 kilometers. Transit options include Hamilton Go Station Rail and West Harbour Go.
Living in Hamilton Downtown A provides easy access to John C. Munro Hamilton International, located just 22 minutes from 61 East Avenue S Unit 5. Another nearby airport is Kitchener/Waterloo, located 61.1 kilometers away.
Within 80 Kilometers of 61 East Avenue S Unit 5

12 Month Lease



12 Month Lease

12 Month Lease

12 Month Lease