
40 UNION Street
Waterloo, Ontario
3 bed • 1 bath • Single Family
Walkable Urban Opportunity – 40 Union Street East! Set in the heart of the sought-after Mary Allen neighbourhood, this classic three-bedroom, one-bathroom home offers a rare chance to create something special in one of Waterloo’s most vibrant, tight-knit communities. With approximately 1,200+ sq ft of above-grade living space, plus an unfinished attic and a full unfinished basement with unusually generous ceiling height, the home provides exceptional upside for those looking to renovate, reimagine, and add value. Built in the Roaring 1920s, the property retains an impressive collection of original features and architectural details that speak to its vintage charm, including flat wood 8-inch baseboards with shoe molding, cornice-style door headers, antique cast iron floor registers, and red oak narrow strip flooring in two of the bedrooms. These period elements present an excellent canvas for a thoughtful restoration or a modern transformation that honours the home’s character. A new roof (2024) offers peace of mind and a strong starting point for future improvements. Ideal for investors, renovators, or buyers eager to personalize a home in a prime location, the next owner should plan to address typical era-related upgrades, including removal of knob-and-tube wiring, replacement of galvanized plumbing, and updating the cast iron plumbing stack—a common and manageable scope for homes of this vintage. With a Walk Score of 90 (Very Walkable), daily conveniences are just steps away: Uptown shops and restaurants, Grand River Hospital, LRT access, and nearby trails. Whether you’re a savvy flipper, a creative renovator, or a young couple looking to build equity in a walkable, character-rich neighbourhood, 40 Union Street East represents a compelling opportunity to invest in both lifestyle and long-term value.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Elizabeth Ziegler Public School0.5 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 510 students
Grade 3 reading: 71% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 47% met the provincial standard
- King Edward Public School1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 380 students
Grade 3 reading: 55% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 30% met the provincial standard
- Westmount Public School1.3 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 480 students
Grade 3 reading: 66% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 38% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Kitchener Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School0.7 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1650 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
- Bluevale Collegiate Institute2 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1115 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
- Waterloo Collegiate Institute2.5 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1480 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
Straight-line distance. Nearby schools are not necessarily the assigned schools — confirm catchment with the school board. Scores are EQAO provincial test results for 2024-2025.
Community
Postal area N2J
- Population
- 20,899
- Private dwellings
- 10,672
- Median age
- 36.8
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $74,500
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Local market
Single Family in Waterloo · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $695,000
- Homes sold
- 1,024
- Median days on market
- 21
- Sale-to-list price
- 99.8%
Based on 1,024 recorded sales of single family properties in Waterloo over the last 12 months.
Location
Mortgage Calculator
$95,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,358
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Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $120/mo
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