




234 Read Road, St. Catharines, ON
L2R 7K6
Listed November 1, 2026
About this property
Exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey, year-round commercial greenhouse operation on 4.83 acres in one of Niagara's premier agricultural locations, bordering St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Offering approximately 80,000 sq. ft. of fully automated greenhouse space, this property is ideal for expanding an existing operation or launching a new commercial growing business.The greenhouse features automated climate control, including vents, energy curtains, humidity control, irrigation, fertilization systems, boilers, and environmental controls designed for efficient, year-round production. Suitable for vegetables, fruits, flowers, botanicals, nursery products, and specialty crops.Included in the sale is a complete lineup of greenhouse equipment, including a forklift, seeding and sowing equipment, soil handling equipment, and more, allowing a seamless transition for the next owner.The property also includes two homes, offering excellent opportunities for owner occupancy, staff housing, or rental income, plus a 4,200 sq. ft. barn for additional storage or operational use.Backing onto the Welland Canal, the property benefits from an abundant water source and includes three large cisterns. Conveniently located just minutes from the QEW with quick access to both Canadian and U.S. border crossings, it offers outstanding logistics for distribution.This is a rare chance to acquire a fully equipped commercial greenhouse operation with infrastructure already in place. The cost to build a comparable facility today would exceed the purchase price, making this an exceptional value for growers, investors, and agricultural entrepreneurs.
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$538,000 · Minimum $538,000
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$15,398/mo
About $184,776 a year
- $11,899
- $802
- Home insurance$125
- Utilities$330
- Maintenance & repairs$2,242
Cash needed to close
- Down payment (20%)
- $538,000
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $53,725
- Legal fees, title insurance & inspectionEstimate
- $2,500
- Total
- $594,225
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234 Read Road, St. Catharines, ON
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Last Updated: November 1, 2026
Listing Office: RE/MAX NIAGARA REALTY LTD, BROKERAGE
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