
5 - 487 EAST Avenue
Kitchener, Ontario
3 bed • 2 bath • Single Family
Welcome to this stunning newer end-unit townhome located in the highly sought-after East Ward community. Rarely offered and perfectly situated, this bright and modern home is just steps from the Kitchener Auditorium, parks, shopping, downtown amenities, LRT access, major highways, and more. Step inside to discover a sun-filled open-concept layout featuring spacious rooms, stylish finishes, abundant storage, and large windows throughout that flood the home with natural light. The contemporary kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, complete with stainless steel appliances, a breakfast peninsula with seating for two, elegant modern lighting, and a walkout to the private rear patio. Working from home is effortless with generously sized bedrooms offering multiple windows, large closets, and flexible living space. Enjoy your morning coffee on the charming covered front balcony or unwind in the privacy of your rear patio retreat. This east-facing home enjoys plenty of sunshine in every room and offers several thoughtful upgrades including a newly installed furnace (2025), AC (2022), new refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas stove (2022), along with gas connections for both the stove and BBQ on the patio. Located in an excellent family-friendly neighbourhood, the home is within 1 km of the highly reputed International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute, close to great elementary public schools, and offers quick access to Hwy 7 and Hwy 401. Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk to Sheppard Public School, Knollwood Park, and the Kitchener Auditorium, this home is the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern living in one of Kitchener’s most desirable locations.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- Sheppard Public School0.4 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 365 students
Grade 3 reading: 82% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 60% met the provincial standard
- St Anne Catholic Elementary School0.7 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 750 students
Grade 3 reading: 68% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 45% met the provincial standard
- Smithson Public School1.2 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 270 students
Grade 3 reading: 64% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 57% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Eastwood Collegiate Institute0.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1270 students
Grade 10 literacy: 84% met the provincial standard
- Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute1.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1765 students
Grade 10 literacy: 90% met the provincial standard
- Rosemount - U Turn School2.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB
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 N2H
- Population
- 22,456
- Private dwellings
- 11,453
- Median age
- 38.4
- Average household size
- 2.1
- Median household income
- $73,500
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 Kitchener · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $665,000
- Homes sold
- 1,928
- Median days on market
- 20
- Sale-to-list price
- 101.0%
Based on 1,928 recorded sales of single family properties in Kitchener over the last 12 months.
Location
Mortgage Calculator
$117,400
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,884
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Mortgage: $2,884/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $147/mo
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