253 Lester Street, #401
Waterloo, Waterloo ON N2L 3W6
$499,900
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 a proven gross rental income of $42,000 per year (all units under lease), 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!
| Status: | Active |
|---|---|
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Bedrooms Total: | 5 |
| Above Grade Sqft: | 1,158 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $3,809 |
| County Or Parish: | Waterloo |
| Year Built: | 2009 |
| Appliances: | Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Lot Features: | Urban, Highway Access, Library, Place of Worship, Schools, Shopping Nearby |
| State Or Province: | ON |
| Interior Features: | Separate Heating Controls |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| MLS Area Major: | 4 - Waterloo West |
| Zoning: | GR |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Year Built Source: | Other |
| Main Level Bedrooms: | 5 |
| Pets Allowed: | No |
| Year Built Details: | Town Records |
| Direction Faces: | East |
| Baths Total Rooms: | 2 |
| Condo Corporation Yn: | Yes |
| Hst Applicable To Sale Price: | Included |
| Kitchens Above Grade: | 1 |
| Kitchens Total: | 1 |
| Number Of 4 Piece Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Property Management Company: | CIE Property Management |
| Survey Type: | None |
| Association Amenities: | Elevator(s) |
| Association Fee 2 Frequency: | Monthly |
| Property Condition: | 16-30 Years |
| MLS® Number: | 40822088 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $499,900 |
| Property Sub Type: | Condo/Apt Unit |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Total Finished Sqft: | 1,158 |
| City: | Waterloo |
| Postal Code: | N2L 3W6 |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Heating: | Forced Air |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Municipal |
| Roof: | Metal |
| Laundry Features: | In Building |
| Construction Materials: | Stucco |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-04-20 |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Basement: | false |
| Building Area Source: | Builder |
| Above Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Parcel Number: | 236410094 |
| Property Attached?: | Yes |
| Utility Sewer: | Sewer (Municipal) |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Frontage Type: | East |
| MLS Area Minor: | 417 - Beechwood/University |
| Main Level Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | Main |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,158 |
| Cross Street: | University |
| Beds Above Grade: | 5 |
| Condo Corporation Number: | 641 |
| Current Price: | 499,900 |
| Driveway Parking: | Street Parking Only, Visitor Parking |
| Number Of Rooms Above Grade: | 10 |
| Property Attached: | Attached |
| Ratio Current Price By Above Gra: | 431.69257 |
| Inclusions: | Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Condo Fees: | $721 |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Monthly |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Rooms Total: | 10 |
Listing Courtesy of: Benjamins Realty Inc.
Listing Agent:
Walkscore
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