upper - 561 QUEEN Street
Kitchener, Ontario
2 bed • 2 bath • Single Family
Welcome to 561 Queen Street South, a beautifully maintained and spacious 2-bedroom plus den upper-level apartment in a detached home, ideally located in one of the city’s most convenient and vibrant neighborhoods. This bright and inviting unit features a modern upgraded kitchen with sleek granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The large living room offers plenty of space to relax, while the two well-sized bedrooms provide comfort and functionality, complemented by a versatile den that can be used as a home office or additional living space. The unit also includes updated flooring and a refreshed bathroom, giving it a clean, contemporary feel throughout. Situated just minutes from St. Mary’s Hospital, the downtown business core, Victoria Park, and the central bus terminal, this location offers unbeatable convenience with easy access to shops, restaurants, cafes, and everyday essentials. The neighborhood is known for its walkability, community charm, and proximity to green spaces, making it ideal for both professionals and families alike, while nearby transit routes and major roads ensure a smooth commute. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy comfortable, upgraded living in a prime location, don’t miss it!
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Courtland Avenue Public School0.5 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 270 students
- J F Carmichael Public School0.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 485 students
Grade 3 reading: 72% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 33% met the provincial standard
- St Bernadette Catholic Elementary School1.1 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 435 students
Grade 3 reading: 85% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 42% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute1.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1765 students
Grade 10 literacy: 90% met the provincial standard
- Kitchener Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School1.7 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1650 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
- Eastwood Collegiate Institute2.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1270 students
Grade 10 literacy: 84% 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 N2G
- Population
- 14,580
- Private dwellings
- 8,284
- Median age
- 38
- Average household size
- 1.8
- Median household income
- $62,400
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 Kitchener · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $665,000
- Homes sold
- 1,931
- Median days on market
- 20
- Sale-to-list price
- 101.0%
Based on 1,931 recorded sales of single family properties in Kitchener over the last 12 months.
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