142 Queenston Street

Description

About 142 Queenston St Project

This is an upcoming development with downtown access, great shopping and dining options, and plenty of nearby parkland.

142 Queenston Street Is a mixed-use, multi-building development in the Queenston neighbourhood of St. Catharines. This pre-construction project features four condo buildings, ranging in height from 11 to 16 storeys, and five townhome blocks offering a combined total of 1,131 residential units in one- to three-bedroom sizes.

The project will be built in four phases. Condo buildings will include retail space at grade, ample amenity space, and underground parking, providing enhanced convenience to residents.

Amenities

142 Queenston St project will be an impressive residential project featuring four mid- to high-rise condo towers with separate podiums and five 2-storey townhouse blocks.

This development will be built in four phases, starting from the west and moving eastward. The first phase will construct an 11-storey condo with 168 units; the second phase will add a 15-storey condo with 284 units; the third phase will be another 15-storey condo with 284 units and two townhome blocks with 12 units; and the final phase will be a 16-storey condo with 355 units and three townhome blocks with 28 units.

A grand total of 1,131 units will include 1,091 condo suites in one- to three-bedroom sizes and 40 townhome units. The condo unit breakdown will be 845 one-bedroom, 196 two-bedroom, and 50 three-bedroom suites — well-suited for a mixed community of individuals, couples, and families. Select units will also have dens and terraces, offering homebuyers even more valuable living space. Details about suite features and finishes to come.

All four condo buildings will feature retail space on the ground floor facing Queenston St, providing shopping convenience to the community.

Each building will also have two levels of underground parking, providing a total of 818 parking spaces (649 residential and 169 visitor spaces) on the development site. Each townhouse will have a private garage and driveway. Additionally, 140 bike spaces will be provided throughout the development.

Residents can enjoy plenty of amenity space, including ground floor courtyards with landscaping and outdoor seating — perfect for relaxing, chatting, and meeting friends and neighbours. Attractive and sustainable green roofs on top of podiums and towers will provide energy efficiency and increase biodiversity while preserving natural beauty in St. Catharines.

Location & Neighbourhood

142 Queenston Street sits just east of Downtown St. Catharines, enjoying access to the city centre’s shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as great job opportunities.

The Queenston neighbourhood offers a mix of walkability, public transit, and car-dependent travel. Queenston Street is a mixed-use corridor with commercial, residential, and office buildings, providing walkable amenities. The condo site used to be occupied by a hospital, so ancillary medical buildings can still be found nearby — great for healthcare workers and people with healthcare needs. Further west, Queenston St becomes more of a main street, turning south into Downtown St. Catharines.

St. Catharines is served by Niagara Region Transit, which offers buses, on-demand, and rideshare services. The closest transit hub to the development site is the St. Catharines Terminal, which can be found in the heart of downtown, just 1.5 km away. Meanwhile, the St. Catharines GO Station is about 3 km away, offering riders access to VIA Rail trains, GO buses, and the Lakeshore West GO line. Commuters can reach Toronto’s Union Station in 2 hours by taking the GO train.

For motorists, there are two highways, Hwy 406 and the QEW, less than 5 mins away, providing more than one way in and out of the city. Drivers can reach the bustling tourist attraction of Niagara Falls in a quick 15 mins or enjoy weekends in the charming winery-filled town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, less than 30 mins away.

Without going far, homeowners can enjoy plenty of local conveniences. There is a diverse and highly rated restaurant scene on Queenston St. Residents can pick from Middle Eastern, Thai, and Italian cuisine just steps away. Downtown sports even more options, like contemporary Canadian bistro oddBird, upscale dining at Blue Mermaid Seafood & Steak House, sushi fare at Amakara Japan, and vibrant Mexican grilled dishes at Chile & Agave.

Nearby specialty grocery stores echo the cultural diversity of St. Catharines. Shop for international ingredients at Wah Gwaan Tropical Food Market, Madina Halal Meat & Grocery, and Dinh Dinh Asian Foods, all a short walk away. Plenty of major grocers are a short drive from the development, including No Frills, Food Basics, Zehrs, Walmart, and FreshCo.

Plenty of great shopping can be found in St. Catharines. The nearest shopping mall is Fairview Mall, which sports over 40 shops and services, including Chapters, GameStop, LCBO, Staples, and Winners. The largest mall in the city is The Pen Centre, just a 10-min drive south. It boasts 180 stores, including Hudson’s Bay, HomeSense, SportChek, Lululemon, Old Navy, and Landmark Cinemas. Proximity to Niagara Falls offers even more shopping opportunities. Just a short drive east, the Outlet Collection at Niagara is a sprawling outdoor mall with over 100 brand name retailers and designer brands, including Saks OFF 5TH, Gap, Nike, Brooks Brothers, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Coach, New Balance, Aritzia, Moose Knuckles, and more. These enormous and easily accessed commercial centres also offer residents many job opportunities.

Other attractive neighbourhood features include lush park space. Residents of 142 Queenston St Condos and Towns will be surrounded by plenty of greenery and heritage in St. Catharines, which has been officially nicknamed the “Garden City” due to its many parks and gardens. Richard Pierpoint Park (previously called Centennial Gardens) and the 45 km-long Merritt Trail will be just down the road, offering a picturesque setting for hiking and other family-friendly activities like disc golf and picnicking.