285 ALBERT Street, Waterloo, Ontario

$975,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,872 Square Feet

Welcome to this charming brick home on a premium corner lot in one of Waterloo's most sought-after neighbourhoods. Situated just minutes from the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, shopping, transit, parks, and everyday amenities, this well-maintained property offers exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, and future-minded buyers alike. Featuring over 1,800 square feet of finished living space, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a separate entrance to the partially finished basement, and a functional layout ideal for family living, multi-generational use, or income-generating opportunities. The property was licensed by the City of Waterloo as a Class B 4-bedroom rental property through March 31, 2026, highlighting its established rental history and appeal in this high-demand university market. Outside, enjoy a private backyard retreat complete with an inground pool, mature landscaping, patio space, and ample parking including an attached garage. Whether you're looking for a home in a prime Waterloo location, an investment property with strong rental demand, or a property with long-term upside, this opportunity delivers. The property's prominent corner location at Albert Street and Hickory Street offers excellent exposure and future potential within Waterloo's rapidly evolving Northdale neighbourhood. Adjacent properties at 289, 291 and 293 Albert Street are also available for sale, creating a rare opportunity for purchasers to explore a potential land assembly and redevelopment project in one of the city's most active growth corridors. Enjoy the property today while securing a strategic real estate asset for tomorrow. (id:23309)

Listing ID: 40802997
Property Type: Single Family
Year Built: 1951

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Rooms

Level	Type	Dimensions
Second Level	2pc Bathroom	4'6'' x 3'10''
Second Level	Bedroom	12'8'' x 11'10''
Second Level	Bedroom	13'6'' x 10'5''
Basement	Storage	9'10'' x 4'10''
Basement	Recreation Room	16'6'' x 12'7''
Basement	Bedroom	13'2'' x 8'11''
Basement	Laundry Room	13'5'' x 12'4''
Basement	Bonus Room	12'10'' x 11'3''
Main Level	4pc Bathroom	9'11'' x 8'5''
Main Level	Bedroom	14'10'' x 10'1''
Main Level	Living Room	15'9'' x 13'5''
Main Level	Kitchen	11'5'' x 10'10''

Details

Amenities Nearby: Hospital, Park, Public Transit, Schools, Shopping
Features: Paved driveway
Ownership: Freehold
Parking Spaces: 3
Pool: Inground pool
Structure: Porch
Transaction: For sale
Zoning Description: RN6

Building

Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
BasementType: Full (Partially finished)
Basement Development: Partially finished
Bedrooms Main Level: 3
Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
Constructed Date: 1951
Construction Style Attachment: Detached
Cooling: Central air conditioning
Exterior Finish: Brick
Fireplace Fuel: Wood
Fireplace Present: True
Fireplace Total: 1
Fireplace Type: Stove
Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathrooms (Total): 2
Heating: Forced air
Heating Fuel: Natural gas
Size Interior: 1872 sqft
Stories Total: 1.5
Type: House
Utility Water: Municipal water

Land

Access Type: Highway access
Amenities: Hospital, Park, Public Transit, Schools, Shopping
Fence: Fence
Sewer: Municipal sewage system
Size Frontage: 55 ft
Size Irregular: 0.18
Size Total: 0.18 ac|under 1/2 acre

This property for sale is located at 285 ALBERT Street in Waterloo. It was last modified on June 22nd 2026. Let us connect you with one of our real estate agents to schedule a viewing or to discover other Waterloo properties for sale.

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