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285 Albert Street West, Waterloo, ONN2L 3T9

Waterloo
4
2
1,100–1,500 ft²
Detached3 Parking55.38 × 132.54 ft Lot
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc

Property Information

Property TypeDetached
Lot Size55.38 × 132.54 ft
BasementFinished, Separate Entrance
Parking3 parking spaces · Private Double · Garage · Attached
Property taxes$6,689/yr (2026)
Days on Market10 Days
Listed DateJul 27, 2026
MLS® NumberX13610856

Monthly Cost

Description

Welcome to this charming brick home on a premium corner lot in one of Waterloo's most sought-after neighbourhoods. Situated just minutes from the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, shopping, transit, parks, and everyday amenities, this well-maintained property offers exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, and future-minded buyers alike. Featuring over 1,800 square feet of finished living space, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a separate entrance to the partially finished basement, and a functional layout ideal for family living, multi-generational use, or income-generating opportunities. The property was licensed by the City of Waterloo as a Class B 4-bedroom rental property through March 31, 2026, highlighting its established rental history and appeal in this high-demand university market. Outside, enjoy a private backyard retreat complete with an inground pool, mature landscaping, patio space, and ample parking including an attached garage. Whether you're looking for a home in a prime Waterloo location, an investment property with strong rental demand, or a property with long-term upside, this opportunity delivers. The property's prominent corner location at Albert Street and Hickory Street offers excellent exposure and future potential within Waterloo's rapidly evolving Northdale neighbourhood. Adjacent properties at 289, 291 and 293 Albert Street are also available for sale, creating a rare opportunity for purchasers to explore a potential land assembly and redevelopment project in one of the city's most active growth corridors. Enjoy the property today while securing a strategic real estate asset for tomorrow.

Listing History

Event
Date
Price
Listed
Jul 27, 2026
$775,000

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Licensed Childcare Nearby

Licensed childcare nearby
From Ontario’s Ministry of Education registry
6
Licensed centres nearby
0.9km
Closest centre
1
Before & after care
Licensed Child Care Centre
University Of Waterloo - E.C.E. Centre, Psychology
200 University Avenue, Waterloo
0.9 km
Half day
Operator: University Of Waterloo
Licence #01823·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Bright Starts Co-Operative Early Learning Centre Inc.
200 Columbia Street, Waterloo
0.9 km
Full day
Licence #55233·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Winston Churchill Public School Wrdsb Before And After School Programs
100 Milford Avenue, Waterloo
1.0 km
Before & after school
Operator: Waterloo Region District School Board
Licence #59318·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Kids & Company - Tech Town
340 Hagey Boulevard, Waterloo
1.2 km
Full day
Operator: Kids & Company Ltd.
Licence #0004104·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Emmanuel At Brighton Child Care Centre
65 Noecker Street, Waterloo
1.3 km
Full day · Half day
Licence #0005036·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Pluto Day Care - King Street
435 King Street, Waterloo
1.3 km
Full day · Half day
Operator: 706785 Ontario Inc.
Licence #0005026·Child Care Centre

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