$488,900
 $2,625 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

401-253 Lester Street,Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6

Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6

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253 Lester St. #401 is a turnkey student rental investment property in the heart of Waterloo's university district. This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo is purpose-built for student living and delivers strong, consistent rental income with minimal effort. Just steps from Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo, this location attracts reliable tenants year after year. The thoughtfully designed layout features approximately 1,158 sq ft of living space, including five generously sized bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a large open-concept common area highlighted by an L-shaped kitchen and a bright living/dining room - perfect for gatherings, study sessions, or relaxing after class (recently updated with new furniture). Condo fees include heat and water, keeping operating costs low. The building offers elevator access, a brand-new onsite laundry facility for added tenant convenience, central air conditioning, and proximity to public transit, shopping, restaurants, and all essential amenities. Street parking and additional building parking options are available. Whether you're an experienced investor or looking for your first student rental property, this unit offers hands-off potential with current gross rental income of $42,000 per year and under lease. Don't miss your chance to own a worry-free (excellent onsite management available), income-generating property in one of Waterloo's most sought-after student locations. Current income can produce a CAP rate of 6%+ after expenses.

Details

MLS #40874752
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleCondominium
HOA Dues$721
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year2009
Days On Site15
Listing Provided ByBenjamins Realty Inc. | John Benjamins

Features

Bed(s)5
Bath(s) 2 Total
SQ Feet1,158
Story(s)1
ZoningGR

Interior

AppliancesMicrowave, Refrigerator, Stove
Rooms Total10
Interior FeaturesSeparate Heating Controls
CoolingCentral Air
Cooling Yes / NoNo
HeatingForced Air
Heating Yes / NoYes
Laundry FeaturesIn Building

Exterior

Lot FeaturesUrban, Highway Access, Library, Place of Worship, Schools, Shopping Nearby
Construction MaterialsStucco
RoofMetal

Utilities

SewerSewer (Municipal)

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount3809

Area Information

ProvinceON
CountyWaterloo
CityWaterloo
Postal CodeN2L 3W6
Area4 Waterloo West
Subarea417 Beechwood | University
Community Name417 Beechwood/University
Listing VS Median (in 417 Beechwood/University)
Price:
$488,900
low | high
Med:
$379,999
72.274698302311% of Average
sqft:
1,158
low | high
Med:
823
78.929188255613% of Average
$ / sqft:
$422
low | high
Med:
$462
40.636817295354% of Average
On site:
15
low | high
Med:
65
23.076923076923% of Average
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Market Activity N2L 3W6

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ProvinceON
CountyWaterloo
CityWaterloo
Postal CodeN2L 3W6
Area4 Waterloo West
Subarea417 Beechwood | University
Community Name417 Beechwood/University
Listing VS Median (in 417 Beechwood/University)
Price:
$488,900
low | high
Med:
$379,999
72.274698302311% of Average
sqft:
1,158
low | high
Med:
823
78.929188255613% of Average
$ / sqft:
$422
low | high
Med:
$462
40.636817295354% of Average
On site:
15
low | high
Med:
65
23.076923076923% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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Listing Updated: November 3, 2026 at 1:11:46 AM PST