Dundurn Lofts

Dundurn Lofts is a completed warehouse conversion comprising 124 residential units at 220 Dundurn Street South in Hamilton’s Kirkendall North neighborhood. UrbanLife Residential converted the 1928 textile factory into a 3-storey loft-style condominium. The building maintains industrial heritage architecture with exposed structural elements and contemporary residential finishes. Construction reached completion in 2019.

Project Highlights

Residential units range from 461 to 778 square feet across one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom configurations. One-bedroom units span 461-605 square feet. Two-bedroom layouts measure 651-778 square feet. Select three-bedroom units exist within the building inventory. The third floor contains two-storey duplex designs with increased vertical space.

Original factory construction established ceiling heights exceeding standard residential specifications. Ground and second-floor units maintain exposed structural elements, including concrete and beam systems. Third-floor duplex configurations feature mezzanine-level sleeping quarters accessible via internal staircases.

Large industrial windows provide natural light penetration across floor plates. Window specifications maintain original factory dimensions with modern glazing systems for thermal performance. Some units retain original brick interior walls as architectural features. Hardwood flooring spans living areas. Kitchens feature quartz countertops with stainless steel appliance packages.

Independent climate control systems operate per unit rather than centralized building systems, allowing individual temperature regulation and separate utility billing. Storage capacity varies by unit type, with some configurations including additional locker space beyond in-suite closets. Underground parking provides one space per unit for eligible configurations, establishing a ratio approaching 1:1 for larger units, while smaller studios may lack dedicated parking allocation.

Location

The development occupies 220 Dundurn Street South in Kirkendall North, Hamilton. Walk Score measures 95/100, indicating walker’s paradise classification. Transit Score registers 78/100, reflecting good transit connectivity. The property sits approximately 400 meters from the proposed Hamilton LRT corridor route along King Street.

Locke Street South commercial district operates within 200-meter walking distance, providing independent retail, restaurants, and cafes. McMaster Innovation Park sits adjacent to the property. McMaster University main campus functions 3.5 kilometers west. Redeemer University College and Wilfrid Laurier Brantford campus serve additional post-secondary needs within a regional distance.

Hamilton GO Centre provides inter-regional rail connectivity 2.5 kilometers northeast. Highway 403 access occurs within 3 kilometers via Main Street or King Street corridors. Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) connects to Highway 403 for Toronto-bound commuters, positioning the property 60-75 minutes from downtown Toronto under typical traffic conditions.

Nearby parks include Hill Street Park (300 meters), Cathedral Park (400 meters), Victoria Park (1.2 kilometers), Cliffview Park, and Middle Chedoke Falls. Hamilton General Hospital operates 2 kilometers northeast. Trillium Waldorf School and various public elementary schools serve the catchment area within a 1-kilometer radius.

Amenities

The building contains shared amenity spaces converted from original factory infrastructure.

Indoor Facilities

A lobby lounge includes kitchenette facilities with bar seating for resident gatherings. A games room provides recreational equipment. Fitness facilities occupy dedicated space with cardiovascular and resistance training equipment, though specific square footage allocations were not standardized during conversion. A business center operates within the lounge area, providing desk workstations and seating for remote work functions. No guest suites exist within the building.

Outdoor Facilities

A common patio area includes multiple BBQ stations for outdoor cooking. Seasonal green space provides seating areas. The outdoor amenity zone measures several hundred square feet but lacks specific dimensional documentation. No rooftop terrace exists given the building’s 3-storey height and flat roof configuration.

No dedicated dog run occupies the property, though the adjacent escarpment trail system provides off-site alternatives.

Building Services

Full-time concierge services operate on-site during business hours with extended availability. Secure building access systems restrict entry to residents and authorized guests. Underground bicycle storage accommodates cycling equipment. In-suite laundry eliminates need for shared facilities, though a waiting lounge accompanies general building amenities.

Technical Infrastructure

Independent HVAC systems operate per unit with individual thermostats and separate utility metering. This configuration allows occupant control but transfers maintenance responsibility to unit owners rather than centralized building management. High-speed internet infrastructure permits resident selection of service providers without building-imposed restrictions.

Fire suppression systems include sprinklers throughout residential and common areas. Soundproofing between units employs the original factory’s concrete floor and structural beam systems, providing superior acoustic separation compared to wood-frame construction. The building’s masonry and concrete composition establishes fire ratings exceeding modern wood-frame alternatives.