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$449,900

159 University Avenue, St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, A1B 1Z6

MLS® # 1299123

8 Beds

Baths

2528  FEETSQ

QuickQuoteTM: $399K - $486K

St. John's NL, A1B 1Z6

MLS® # 1299123

Property Information:

This registered two-apartment property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of the city’s most sought-after rental locations, ideally situated next to Memorial University, Prince of Wales Collegiate, the Health Sciences Centre, shopping, recreation, major amenities and bus route in front. Featuring a total of eight bedrooms, the home is configured into two spacious four-bedroom units, each complete with its own kitchen, living room, four-piece bathroom, and in-unit laundry facilities. Its prime location makes it highly attractive to students, healthcare professionals, and long-term tenants alike. Extensively renovated from the studs in 2015, the property underwent a comprehensive transformation including all new electrical and plumbing systems, new interior wall framing, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, insulation, appliances, and the installation of two HRV units. Significant attention was also given to safety, efficiency, and tenant comfort with upgraded sound barriers and fire-rated separation between floors. Exterior improvements completed during the renovation included new shingles, windows, siding, and doors. Additional recent upgrades completed in 2025/2026 include a new bathroom vanity, fresh paint, and vinyl flooring in the basement apartment, along with a new front door and hot water tank in the main unit. The property also provides 4 car off street parking. This turn-key income property combines strong rental returns, extensive upgrades, and an unbeatable central location, making it an outstanding addition to any investment portfolio. (id:27)

Building Features:

  • Style: Detached
  • Building Type: Two Apartment House
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction Style - Attachment: Detached
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl siding
  • Floor Space: 2528 sqft
  • Flooring Type: Flooring Type
  • Heating Type: Baseboard heaters
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Property Features:

  • OwnershipType: Freehold
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Access Type: Year-round access
  • Amenities Nearby: Recreation, Shopping
  • Built in: 1963
  • Floor Space (approx): 2528 Square Feet
  • Irregular: Yes
  • Lot Size: 53x100
  • Zoning: Res.
  • Sewer: Municipal sewage system

Rooms:

  • Laundry Basement Level 7x7
  • Other Basement Level 10x9
  • Other Basement Level 9.9x8.9
  • Other Basement Level 11x7
  • Other Basement Level 10x9
  • Bathroom Basement Level 4pc
  • Other Basement Level 10x7
  • Other Basement Level 11.5x10.8
  • Laundry Main Level 8x3
  • Storage Main Level 13.9x11.5
  • Bedroom Main Level 11x8.9
  • Bedroom Main Level 9x9
  • Bedroom Main Level 11x8.10
  • Bedroom Main Level 9.4x8.8
  • Bathroom Main Level 4pc
  • Dining Main Level 9.2x8
  • Kitchen Main Level 14.5x7.7
  • Living Main Level 16.9x11.7

Courtesy of: RE/MAX Infinity Realty Inc. - Sheraton Hotel

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Demographic Information of 159 University Avenue, St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, A1B 1Z6

Life Stage

Young Couples

Employment Type

Service Sector/White Collar

Average Household Income

$97,847.82

Average Number of Children

1.69

Household Population

Household Structure

Age of Population

Education

Education Level

No certificate/diploma/degree

11.7 %

High school certificate or equivalent

33.19 %

Apprenticeship trade certificate/diploma

5.38 %

College/non-university certificate

12.72 %

University certificate (below bachelor)

2.9 %

University Degree

34.11 %

Commuter

Travel To Work

By Car

50.41 %

By Public Transit

32.66 %

By Walking

13.09 %

By Bicycle

1.88 %

By Other Methods

1.96 %

Cultural Diversity

Knowledge of Official Language

Mother Tongue

Building Information

Building Type

Apartments (Low and High Rise)

11.13 %

Houses

88.87 %

Own Vs. Rent