
559 BALSAM POPLAR Street
Waterloo, Ontario
6 bed • 5 bath • Single Family
A nearly brand-new, fully finished top-to-bottom detached house featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a double garage in the highly sought-after Vista Hills community. Perfectly blending modern design, natural surroundings, and everyday convenience, this home is ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, medical services, and all essential amenities—offering a lifestyle of comfort and connection. With nearly 4,000 sq. ft. of total living space, this impressive residence features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a spacious double-car garage. The fully above-grade basement offers excellent versatility and can be easily converted into a bright, self-contained one-bedroom suite—ideal for extended family or potential rental income. Designed for flexibility, each level includes oversized closets with the option to customize, even accommodating a future private elevator. The second floor boasts a stunning modern kitchen with an oversized island, breakfast seating, built-in wine fridge, sleek cabinetry, and ample workspace. It flows seamlessly into a warm living area with elegant hardwood flooring—perfect for entertaining or daily living. The adjoining family room features a stylish wet bar, custom cabinetry, premium finishes, and access to a private balcony filled with natural light. This level also includes a generously sized bedroom and 3-piece bath, ideal for guests or a home office. The third floor offers a private retreat with three spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite. An upper lounge provides additional living space, while the laundry room adds everyday convenience. Energy-efficient features include a dual-fuel furnace, air-source heat pump, and ERV system. With 9-foot ceilings and premium finishes throughout, this home delivers refined, modern living at its finest.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Vista Hills Public School0.9 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 775 students
Grade 3 reading: 94% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 74% met the provincial standard
- Abraham Erb Public School1.4 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 395 students
Grade 3 reading: 81% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 85% met the provincial standard
- St Nicholas Catholic Elementary School1.9 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 495 students
Grade 3 reading: 71% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 44% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Laurel Heights Secondary School1.6 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1765 students
Grade 10 literacy: 87% met the provincial standard
- Resurrection Catholic Secondary School4.7 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 1920 students
Grade 10 literacy: 90% 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 N2V
- Population
- 19,428
- Private dwellings
- 6,360
- Median age
- 38
- Average household size
- 3.1
- Median household income
- $126,000
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
- 1,033
- Median days on market
- 21
- Sale-to-list price
- 99.8%
Based on 1,033 recorded sales of single family properties in Waterloo over the last 12 months.
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