290 Melrose Avenue
Kitchener, Waterloo ON N2H 2C1
$669,900
Are you looking for a centrally located bungalow in a mature area of the city? Then come check out this charming single detached bungalow has been thoughtfully updated, is completely carpet free, offers a separate entrance, features a cozy gas fireplace, and carries the solid character of its 1953 build. Out front, the property provides parking for four vehicles — one in the detached single car garage and another three along the long asphalt driveway. The fenced rear yard offers plenty of outdoor enjoyment with a sunroom, a walk up from the lower level, a garden shed, and ample space for a future vegetable garden. Inside, this bungalow offers 1,047 square feet of living space with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a finished lower level rec room. Stepping through the front door, you’re welcomed by a good sized foyer, and to the left, a large living room enhanced with pot lights and laminate flooring. The kitchen features plenty of white cabinetry, a tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient side entrance. At the back of the home are three bedrooms, all with laminate flooring, along with a recently updated four piece family bathroom. The lower level provides a generous rec room with laminate flooring and a gas fireplace, adding that extra bit of living space for today’s growing families. Continuing downstairs, you’ll find the walk up staircase, another full bathroom, the laundry area, and plenty of ...
+ Read More| Status: | Active |
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| Property Type: | Residential |
| Bedrooms Total: | 3 |
| Above Grade Sqft: | 1,047 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $4,206 |
| County Or Parish: | Waterloo |
| Year Built: | 1953 |
| Appliances: | Water Heater Owned, Water Softener, Dishwasher, Dryer, Hot Water Tank Owned, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer |
| Lot Features: | Urban, Rectangular, Dog Park, City Lot, Near Golf Course, Highway Access, Hospital, Library, Park, Playground Nearby, Public Transit, Quiet Area, Rec./Community Centre, Regional Mall, Schools, Shopping Nearby, Trails |
| State Or Province: | ON |
| Directions: | Krug to Melrose or Stirling Ave. N. to Melrose |
| Fireplace Features: | Gas, Recreation Room |
| Garage: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 6,816.15 |
| Basement: | Walk-Up Access, Full, Partially Finished |
| Interior Features: | Central Vacuum |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| MLS Area Major: | 2 - Kitchener East |
| Other Structures: | Shed(s) |
| Road Frontage Type: | Municipal Road |
| Zoning: | R2A |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Year Built Source: | Estimated |
| Frontage Length: | 51.00 |
| Main Level Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Parking Total: | 4 |
| Direction Faces: | West |
| Baths On Level Lower Count: | 1 |
| Baths Total Rooms: | 2 |
| Hst Applicable To Sale Price: | Included |
| Kitchens Above Grade: | 1 |
| Kitchens Total: | 1 |
| Laundry Total: | 1 |
| Lease To Own Equipment: | None |
| Lot Depth: | 133.65 |
| Number Of 4 Piece Bathrooms: | 1 |
| Number Of Rooms Below Grade: | 3 |
| Restrictions: | None |
| Survey Type: | None |
| Under Contract: | None |
| Water Treatment: | Water Softener |
| Lot Size Source: | GeoWarehouse |
| Association Fee 2 Frequency: | Monthly |
| Property Condition: | 51-99 Years |
| MLS® Number: | 40850529 |
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| List Price: | $669,900 |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Sqft: | 373 |
| Total Finished Sqft: | 1,420 |
| Architectural Style: | Bungalow |
| City: | Kitchener |
| Postal Code: | N2H 2C1 |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Heating: | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Parking Features: | Detached Garage, Asphalt |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Municipal |
| Roof: | Fiberglass |
| Window Features: | Window Coverings |
| Laundry Features: | Lower Level |
| Construction Materials: | Brick, Vinyl Siding |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-07-23 |
| Fireplace: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Basement: | true |
| Building Area Source: | Plans |
| Fencing: | Full |
| Above Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Square Feet |
| Open Parking?: | Yes |
| Parcel Number: | 225190134 |
| Utility Sewer: | Sewer (Municipal) |
| Covered Spaces: | 1 |
| Garage Spaces: | 1 |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Frontage Type: | East |
| MLS Area Minor: | 212 - Downtown Kitchener/East Ward |
| Main Level Bathrooms: | 1 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | Main |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,047 |
| Acres Range: | < 0.5 |
| Beds Above Grade: | 3 |
| Current Price: | 669,900 |
| Driveway Parking: | Private Drive Single Wide |
| Holdover Days: | 90 |
| Laundry Lower Count: | 1 |
| Number Of 3 Piece Bathrooms: | 1 |
| Number Of Rooms Above Grade: | 6 |
| Property Attached: | Detached |
| Ratio Current Price By Above Gra: | 639.82808 |
| Inclusions: | Central Vac, Dishwasher, Dryer, Hot Water Tank Owned, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Window Coverings, Water Softener, Shed, Furnace & Air Conditioner. |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 51 x 133.65 |
| Open Parking Spaces: | 3 |
| Rooms Total: | 9 |
Listing Courtesy of: BOSLEY REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE
Listing Agent: Marty Fraser
Walkscore
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