101 - 253 Lester Street
Waterloo, ON
- 5 bed
- 2 bath
- approx. 1000-1199 sqft
- Condo Apartment
- 55 days on market
Incredible turnkey investment in the heart of Waterloo's university district! This purpose-built 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 253 Lester St has the potential to generate over $49,000/year in gross rental income with positive monthly cash flow. Just steps to Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo, this high-demand location ensures consistent tenancy. Features include a spacious open-concept living area, two full baths, included furniture, and professional property management options for a completely hands-off experience. Condo fees include heat and water, and the building offers parking, shared laundry, elevator access, and proximity to transit, shops, and amenities.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $3,950
- Listed
- July 17, 2026
Price History
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Property
- Style
- Apartment
- Age
- 16-30
- Construction
- Brick
- Interior
- Other
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 0
Utilities
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- University Ave W/Lester St
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Tenant
Condo
- Maintenance Fee
- $802/month
- Fee Includes
- Heat Included, Water Included, CAC Included, Common Elements Included, Building Insurance Included
- Pets
- Yes-with Restrictions
- Locker
- Ensuite+Common
- Balcony
- None
Included
- Inclusions
- Fridge, Stove, Hood Fan, B/I Dishwasher. All Elfs & Window Coverings
- Exclusions
- Tenants Belongings
- Rental Items
- None
Schools
Secondary
- Waterloo Collegiate Institute0.7 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1480 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
- St David Catholic Secondary School1.2 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 1080 students
Grade 10 literacy: 97% met the provincial standard
- Bluevale Collegiate Institute2.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1115 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
Elementary
- MacGregor Public School0.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 510 students
- Winston Churchill Public School1.3 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 320 students
Grade 3 reading: 81% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 56% met the provincial standard
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School1.7 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 385 students
Grade 3 reading: 71% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 45% 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 N2L
- Population
- 37,953
- Private dwellings
- 19,681
- Median age
- 29.8
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $69,500
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
Residential Condo & Other in Waterloo · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $695,000
- Homes sold
- 1,032
- Median days on market
- 21
- Sale-to-list price
- 99.8%
Based on 1,032 recorded sales of residential condo & other properties in Waterloo over the last 12 months.
Rooms
2 × 4-piece on Flat
Main
- Bathroom4' x 4'
- Bathroom6' x 4'
- Bedroom13' x 8'
- Bedroom 211' x 8'
- Bedroom 310' x 9'
- Bedroom 411' x 8'
- Bedroom 512' x 8'
- Dining Room14' x 9'
- Kitchen12' x 11'
- Living Room14' x 9'
Listed by
ROYAL LEPAGE SIGNATURE REALTY
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$101,800
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,501
Land transfer tax
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Mortgage: $2,501/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $329/mo · Insurance: $127/mo
Maint: $802/mo
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