$499,900

Condo For Sale In Columbia, Waterloo, Ontario

$499,900
  • 5

    Bedrooms

  • 2

    Baths

  • $721.42

    Maintenance Fees

Property Information:

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! (id:27)

Building Features:

  • Style: Apartment
  • Building Type: Apartment
  • Basement Type: None
  • Construction Style - Attachment: Attached
  • Exterior Finish: Stucco
  • Floor Space: 1158 sqft
  • Heating Type: Forced air
  • Cooling Type: Central air conditioning
  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Property Features:

  • OwnershipType: Condominium
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Access Type: Highway access
  • Amenities Nearby: Schools, Shopping
  • Built in: 2009
  • Condo Fees: $721 Monthly
  • Features: No Pet Home
  • Floor Space (approx): 1158 Square Feet
  • Zoning: GR
  • Sewer: Municipal sewage system
  • Parking Type: Visitor parking

Rooms:

  • Bedroom Main Level 14'3'' x 7'6''
  • Bedroom Main Level 8'5'' x 11'5''
  • Bedroom Main Level 8'8'' x 11'9''
  • Bedroom Main Level 11'0'' x 8'8''
  • Bedroom Main Level 8'5'' x 11'0''
  • Bathroom Main Level Measurements not available
  • Bathroom Main Level Measurements not available
  • Dining Main Level 14'11'' x 9'5''
  • Living Main Level 14'11'' x 9'3''
  • Kitchen Main Level 12'11'' x 11'5''

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