
171 WATER Street
St. Jacobs, Ontario
5 bed • 4 bath • Single Family
Set on one of St. Jacobs’ most desirable streets & backing onto protected forest, this beautifully renovated executive home offers village living, custom renovation quality & an incredible private outdoor retreat. W/ 3+2 beds, 4 baths & 5,100+ SF, the home blends refined family living w/ a peaceful natural backdrop. Extensively renovated by Menno Martin in 2017 w/ $250K+ invested into the main flr & lower level, the home showcases Douglas Fir beams, wide-plank hickory flring, custom maple stairs & a reimagined main flr layout. Step inside to a grand 2-storey foyer w/ soaring ceilings, flanked by two front rms used as dual home offices, offering flexibility for a study or formal living rm. At the heart of the home is the custom Timber Barn kitchen w/ lrg centre island, premium appliances, undercabinet lighting, Carrara marble backsplash, custom cabinetry & pantry wall w/ sliding barn door, coffee/appliance station, open shelving & storage. The kitchen flows into the dining area w/ integrated serving buffet & great rm w/ gas FP, ledgestone surround & oversized windows overlooking the yard. Add’l main flr details incl. pot lights, designer fixtures, built-in speakers, shiplap accents, mudrm w/ built-ins & 2-pc powder rm. Upstairs offers a primary retreat w/ double-door entry, dual WICs w/ built-ins & spa-like 5-pc ensuite w/ dual sinks, soaker tub & tiled glass shower. Two add’l bedrms, 5-pc main bath w/ ensuite privilege & upper laundry complete the level. Finished lower level adds flexibility w/ lrg rec rm, wet bar, 2 add’l bedrms, 4-pc bath, den/office, in-law suite potential & storage. The backyard is exceptional-a private, resort-like retreat surrounded by mature trees & protected forest, w/ stone patios, gazebo, hot tub, firepit lounge, turf, garden shed & spaces to relax or entertain. Add’l highlights incl. solar system & EV charger. Walkable to St. Jacobs shops, cafés, theatres, breweries, trails, Conestogo River & St. Jacobs Market, w/ Waterloo minutes away.
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Property
- Lot Size
- 0.19 acres
Schools
Elementary
- St Jacobs Public School1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 275 students
Grade 3 reading: 88% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 71% met the provincial standard
- Conestogo Public School3.7 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 205 students
Grade 3 reading: 93% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 55% met the provincial standard
- Northlake Woods Public School3.9 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 340 students
Grade 3 reading: 87% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 78% met the provincial standard
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Community
Postal area N0B
- Population
- 86,919
- Private dwellings
- 31,269
- Median age
- 42.8
- Average household size
- 2.9
- Median household income
- $120,000
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.
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$285,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$7,001
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