271 LESTER Street Unit# 303

About this home.

Student housing investment property located on Lester Street in Waterloo, within a 10-minute walk to the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit is set up for student rentals and includes a shared common area with kitchen, in-building laundry, and 1 surface parking space. Currently 3 of the 5 rooms are rented, providing immediate rental income with the ability to lease the remaining rooms. Estimated gross income ranges from approximately $35,000 to $47,000 per year depending on rental rates and occupancy. This is a strong opportunity for real estate investors looking for consistent rental demand in the Waterloo student housing market. The location is close to public transit, the ION light rail, restaurants, grocery stores, and campus amenities, making it highly attractive to tenants. This property is also a practical option for parents. A parent can purchase the unit for their child to live in while renting out the other 4 bedrooms to help offset costs and build equity. Don't miss out and book your showing today! (id:59491)

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How this listing prices against Beechwood/University.

Beechwood/University was highly supplied this period, with 13 sales against 98 active listings, one of the loosest inventory setups in Waterloo. The average sale price was $621,462, well below the city average, homes took 34 days to sell, and deals closed at 94.02% of list, all signs of a softer market overall. Activity split between 5 freeholds and 8 condos, but the overwhelming amount of condo inventory is what defines the neighbourhood right now. This is a market with lots of choice and clear pressure on sellers to price realistically.

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