
Unit 407, 253 Lester Street
Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6
253 Lester Street4 storeys- 5Bedrooms
- 2Bathrooms
- 0Parking
- 1000–1199Sq Ft
- $3,809Tax
- $721/moCondo Fee
- Estimated Value:$501,710See Free Estimate Report

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| Start Date | End Date | Price | Event | MLS# |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-05 | 2026-06-23 | Login to See Prices | Terminated | x13305578 |
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About Unit 407, 253 Lester Street, Waterloo
Summarized Description
- Turnkey student rental in Waterloo's university district.
- Spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout.
- Strong rental income with minimal management effort.
- Proximity to Wilfrid Laurier and University of Waterloo.
- Open-concept common area ideal for gatherings.
- Recently updated furniture enhances appeal.
- Stable cash flow with long-term leases.
- Excellent onsite management available for investors.
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 proven gross rental income potentially exceeding $45,000 per year (based on current market rents in the building). Many similar units in the complex are fully tenanted with long-term leases, delivering stable cash flow in this ever-growing university hub. 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. Schedule your viewing today!
Key Facts & Features
Property Costs
- Annual Property Tax Amount
- $3,809
- Land Transfer Tax Fee
- $6,773
Condo/Maintenance Fee
- Maintenance Fee
- $721 /month
Included In Maintenance Fee
- Heat Included
- Water Included
- Basement Type
- Apartment
Interior Features
- Pets Permitted
- No
- Laundry Features
- In Building
- Interior Extras
- Separate Heating Controls
- Fireplace/Stove
- No
- Elevator
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Balcony
- None
Building
- Building Type
- Condo Apartment
- Building Style
- Apartment
- Condo Corp Number
- 641
Construction
- Exposure
- East
- Exterior Finish
- Stucco (Plaster)
- Special Designation
- Unknown
Inclusions
- Inclusions
- microwave, refrigerator, stove
Parking & Garages
- Garage Type
- None
- Garage Spaces
- 0
- Parking Type
- None
- Parking Spaces
- 0
- Total Garage And Parking Spaces
- 0
Lockers
- Locker Type
- None
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Source
- Gas
- Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Washrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
Washrooms
- 4-piece
- Municipality
- Waterloo
- Main cross streets
- University and Lester
- Directions
- University to Lester
- MLS® number
- X13305578
- Data source
- Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
- Status change
- 2026-06-23
- Listed on
- 2026-06-05
- Days on market
- 18 days
- Possession type
- Flexible
- Co-op commission
- 2% Plus HST
- Seller
- Listed by
- Benjamins Realty Inc.
Home Market Value
Current home valuation for Unit 407, 253 Lester Street, Waterloo, , . Listed for $514,900
HOMEH Estimate
$501,710
Estimated Sales Range
$437,619 - $599,849
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