253 LESTER Street Unit# 401 Waterloo

253 LESTER Street Unit# 401, Waterloo, Ontario

$514,900

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,158 Square Feet

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:23309)

  • Listing ID: 40822088
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 2009

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Rooms

LevelTypeDimensions
Bedroom Main level 14'3'' x 7'6''
Bedroom Main level 8'5'' x 11'5''
Bedroom Main level 8'8'' x 11'9''
Bedroom Main level 11'0'' x 8'8''
Bedroom Main level 8'5'' x 11'0''
4pc Bathroom Main level Measurements not available
4pc Bathroom Main level Measurements not available
Dining room Main level 14'11'' x 9'5''
Living room Main level 14'11'' x 9'3''
Kitchen Main level 12'11'' x 11'5''

Details

  • Amenities Nearby: Place of Worship, Schools, Shopping
  • Features: No Pet Home
  • Maintenance Fee: 721.42
  • Maintenance Fee Payment Unit: Monthly
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Transaction: For sale
  • Zoning Description: GR

Building

  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • BasementType: None
  • Bedrooms Main Level: 5
  • Constructed Date: 2009
  • Construction Style Attachment: Attached
  • Cooling: Central air conditioning
  • Exterior Finish: Stucco
  • Fireplace Present: False
  • Bathrooms (Total): 2
  • Heating: Forced air
  • Size Interior: 1158 sqft
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Type: Apartment
  • Utility Water: Municipal water

Land

  • Access Type: Highway access
  • Amenities: Place of Worship, Schools, Shopping
  • Sewer: Municipal sewage system
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