For Sale: 285 Albert Street, Waterloo, ON - REW
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$850,000
4 bd 2 ba 1421 sf House

285 Albert StreetWaterloo, ON, N2L 3T9

  • 4 Bed
  • 2 Bath
  • 1421 Sqft
  • House

About this home

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.
Listed by: Clare Dove, RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC. BROKERAGE-3

Home facts and features

Price details
List Price
Gross Taxes for 2026
$6,689
Home facts
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Partial Bathrooms
1
Parking Spaces
3
Parking Details
Attached Garage, Asphalt
Property Type
House
Lot Size
55 ft x 132 ft (7300 ft²)
Depth
132.0
Frontage
55.3
Year Built
Built in 1951 (75 yrs old)
Heating Type
Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Pool
In Ground
Basement Details
Separate Entrance,Full,Partially Finished
Features
In Basement, Landscaped, Wood Burning Stove
Appliances
Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Agent details
Primary Agent
Primary Broker
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC. BROKERAGE-3
Secondary Agent
Secondary Broker
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC. BROKERAGE-3
Listing details
Days on REW
99 Days
MLS® Number
40802997
Source
Information Technology Systems Ontario
Board
Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®
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Waterloo Collegiate Institute
  • Public
  • 9 - 12
St David Catholic Secondary School
  • Catholic
  • 9 - 12
MacGregor Public School
  • Public
  • 6 - 8
Winston Churchill Public School
  • Public
  • JK - 6
Cedarbrae Public School
  • Public
  • JK - 6
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School
  • Catholic
  • JK - 8
ÉÉC Mère-Élisabeth-Bruyère
  • Catholic
  • JK - 6
Keatsway Public School
  • Public
  • JK - 6
É Élém L'Harmonie
  • Public
  • JK - 8
Lincoln Heights Public School
  • Public
  • JK - 8
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