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    for sale
    147 Days on Strata
    Est Sell Timeframe:
    16 Days
    $569,000
    5 Beds
    2 Bath
    0 Parking
    1,158 SQFT
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    Maintenance Fees:
    $790/mth
    Taxes:
    $3,538 (2024)
    Property Type:
    Condo
    Cost Per Sqft:
    $491/sqft
    Outdoor Space:
    None
    Locker:
    None
    Possession Date:
    TBD
    Exposure:
    North West

    Amenities

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    About this Listing

    Room #1 - Vacant, #2 - $825, ending Aug 26, 2025, #3 Vacant, #4 - $850, monthly, #5 - $825, ending Aug 26, 2025. Incredible turnkey investment in the heart of Waterloo's university district! This purpose-built 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 253 Lester St has the potential to generate over $49,000/year in gross rental income with positive monthly cash flow. Just steps to Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo, this high-demand location ensures consistent tenancy. Features include a spacious open-concept living area, two full baths, included furniture, and professional property management options for a completely hands-off experience. Condo fees include heat and water, and the building offers parking, shared laundry, elevator access, and proximity to transit, shops, and amenities.

    ExtrasFridge, Stove, Hood Fan, B/I Dishwasher. All Elfs & Window Coverings

    royal lepage signature realtyMLS® #X12251603

    Utilities & Inclusions

    Hydro
    Not Included
    Heat
    Included
    Air Conditioning
    Included
    Water
    Included
    Parking
    Not Included
    Building Maintenance
    Included
    Building Insurance
    Included
    Heating Type
    Forced Air
    Heat Source
    Gas
    Air Conditioning Type
    Central Air

    Dimensions


    Living
    13.98 x 8.99ft
    Dining
    13.98 x 8.99ft
    Kitchen
    11.98 x 10.99ft
    Bedroom
    12.99 x 7.97ft
    2nd Bedroom
    10.99 x 7.97ft
    3rd Bedroom
    9.97 x 8.99ft
    4th Bedroom
    10.99 x 7.97ft
    5th Bedroom
    11.98 x 7.97ft
    Bathroom
    5.97 x 3.97ft
    Bathroom
    3.97 x 3.97ft

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    Days on Strata

    Units at 253 Lester Street spend an average of
    81
    Days on Strata
    based on recent sales

    List vs Selling Price

    On average, these condos sell for
    3%
    below
    the list price.

    Offer Competition

    Condos in this building have an
    AVERAGE
    chance of receiving
    Multiple Offers
    compared to other buildings in Downtown Waterloo

    Turnover of Units

    On average, each unit is owned for
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    YEARS before being sold again

    Property Value

    -25%
    Decrease in property value within the past twelve months

    Price Ranking

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    Sold Units

    1
    Units were Sold over the past twelve months

    Rented Units

    0
    Units were Rented over the past twelve months

    Best Value Rank

    253 Lester Street offers the
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    best value out of 46 condos in the Downtown Waterloo neighbourhood

    Appreciation Rank

    253 Lester Street has the
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    highest ROI out of 46 condos in the Downtown Waterloo neighbourhood

    Rental Yield

    253 Lester Street yields the
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    highest rent prices out of 46 condos in the Downtown Waterloo neighbourhood

    High Demand

    253 Lester Street is the
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    most popular building out of 46 condos in the Downtown Waterloo neighbourhood

    Market Insights

    Transaction Insights at 253 Lester Street

    2 Bed3 Bed + Den
    Price RangeNo Data$568,000
    Avg. Cost Per SqftNo Data$450
    Avg. Wait for Unit AvailabilityNo Data263 Days
    Ratio of Units in Building7%87%

    Market Inventory

    Total number of units listed and sold in Downtown Waterloo