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253 LESTER Street Unit# 401, Waterloo, Ontario

$488,900

5 bed · 2 bath · 1,158 sq ft

MLS® 40874752

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. (id:56426)

JOHN BENJAMINS

Listed by Benjamins Realty Inc.

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Census figures and the live market for the area this home sits in, matched from the property’s own location on the map.

Population
256,885
Median household income
$87,000
Median home value
$680,000
Owner-occupied
60%
Homes for sale
3,578
Median list price
$599,900

Source: Statistics Canada 2021, LiveBy

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