253 Lester Street 401 Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6
Listing Courtesy of:  CREA / Listed By: Benjamins Realty Inc.

  253 Lester Street 401 Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6

Active (1 Days)
$488,900 (CAD)
5
BED
2
BATH
1,158
SQFT

Description

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:41440)

MLS®:
40874752
Taxes
$3,809
Type
Condo
Year Built
2009
Style
Other
County
Waterloo Regional Municipality

Listed By

John Benjamins, Benjamins Realty Inc.
Source
CREA
Last checked Oct 29 2026 at 12:48 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
Subdivision
  • 417 - Beechwood/University
Lot Information
  • No Pet Home
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • Central Air Conditioning
Condo Information
  • Fees: $721/Monthly
Exterior Features
  • Stucco
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewage System
Parking
  • Visitor Parking
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 1,158 sqft
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