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$514,900
2 Days On Site

253 LESTER Street Unit# 401
Waterloo, ON N2L3W6

For Sale|Condominium|Active
5
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,158
SqFt
$445
/SqFt
2009
Built
Subdivision:
417 - Beechwood/University

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253 Lester St. #401 is a turnkey student rental investment property in the heart of Waterloo’s university district. This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo is purpose-built for student living and delivers strong, consistent rental income with minimal effort. Just steps from Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo, this location attracts reliable tenants year after year. The thoughtfully designed layout features approximately 1,158 sq ft of living space, including five generously sized bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a large open-concept common area highlighted by an L-shaped kitchen and a bright living/dining room — perfect for gatherings, study sessions, or relaxing after class (recently updated with new furniture). Condo fees include heat and water, keeping operating costs low. The building offers elevator access, a brand-new onsite laundry facility for added tenant convenience, central air conditioning, and proximity to public transit, shopping, restaurants, and all essential amenities. Street parking and additional building parking options are available. Whether you’re an experienced investor or looking for your first student rental property, this unit offers hands-off potential with proven gross rental income potentially exceeding $45,000 per year (based on current market rents in the building). Many similar units in the complex are fully tenanted with long-term leases, delivering stable cash flow in this ever-growing university hub. Don’t miss your chance to own a worry-free (excellent onsite management available), income-generating property in one of Waterloo’s most sought-after student locations. Schedule your viewing today! (id:31684)

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$514,900
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,158 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
N/A
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
2009
MLS® Number 
40822088
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
Maintenance Fees 
$721.42 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
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Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Levels 
One
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
1158
Interior Features
Cooling 
Central Air
Heating 
Forced Air
Bathroom 1 
Dimensions - Measurements not availableLevel - Main
Bathroom 2 
Dimensions - Measurements not availableLevel - Main
Bedroom 1 
Dimensions - 14'3'' x 7'6''Level - Main
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 8'5'' x 11'5''Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 8'8'' x 11'9''Level - Main
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11'0'' x 8'8''Level - Main
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 8'5'' x 11'0''Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 14'11'' x 9'5''Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 12'11'' x 11'5''Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14'11'' x 9'3''Level - Main
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Community Features
Maintenance Fee 
721.42
Maintenance Fee Frequency 
Monthly

Listing courtesy of: JOHN BENJAMINS of BENJAMINS REALTY INC.

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