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253 Lester Street #401

Waterloo, Ontario N2L3W6

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5 bed2 bath1,158 sqft

About this home

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!

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Property details

Listing

MLS® number
40822088
Added
Apr 20, 2026 ()
Updated
Sep 9, 2026 ()
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Overview

Property type
Single Family
Building type
Apartment
Storeys
1
Ownership
Condo
Year built
2,009

Inside

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Heating
Forced air
Cooling
Central air conditioning
Fireplace
No
Appliances
Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
Features
No Pet Home

Building

Basement
None
Exterior
Stucco
Parking
Visitor Parking

Land

Zoning
GR

Services

Water
Municipal water
Sewer
Municipal sewage system

Location

Community
Beechwood/University

Running costs

Annual property tax
$3,809
Condo fee
$721 Monthly

Rooms

BedroomMain level7'6'' x 14'3''
BedroomMain level11'5'' x 8'5''
BedroomMain level11'9'' x 8'8''
BedroomMain level8'8'' x 11'0''
BedroomMain level11'0'' x 8'5''
4pc BathroomMain level—
4pc BathroomMain level—
Dining roomMain level9'5'' x 14'11''
Living roomMain level9'3'' x 14'11''
KitchenMain level11'5'' x 12'11''

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