Detached House for sale at 285 Albert Street, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3T9 - MLS: X13000362

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285 Albert Street

Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3T9 -

$975,000

Neighbourhood
Major Intersection

Hickory

Listed Since: 70 day(s)
Last update: today

Overview

Property Type

Detached, 1 1/2 Storey
Bedrooms

3 + 1
Bathrooms

2
Basement

Finished + Sep Entrance
Kitchen

1
Total Parking

3 (1 Attached Garage)
Lot Size

55.38x132.54 (Feet)
Taxes

$6,377.00 (2025)
Type

Freehold

Property Description

Property description for 285 Albert Street, Waterloo

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 RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc

Property details

MLS #

X13000362
Sq. Ft

1100-1500
Sq. Ft. Source

MLS
Lot Irregularities

n/a
Year Built

Available Upon Request
Pool

Inground
Drive

Pvt Double
Garage

Attached, 1 spaces
Total Parking

3
Family Room

N
Den

N
Exterior

Brick
Fireplace

Y
Roof

Asphalt Shingle
Foundation

Concrete
Elevator

n/a
Water View

n/a
Laundry Level

n/a
Heat

Forced Air
A/C

Central Air
Water

Municipal
Water Supply

n/a
Sewers

Sewers
Central Vac

N

MLS #

X13000362
Sq. Ft

1100-1500
Sq. Ft. Source

MLS
Lot Irregularities

n/a
Year Built

Available Upon Request
Pool

Inground
Drive

Pvt Double
Garage

Attached, 1 spaces
Total Parking

3
Family Room

N
Den

N
Exterior

Brick
Fireplace

Y
Roof

Asphalt Shingle
Foundation

Concrete
Elevator

n/a
Water View

n/a
Laundry Level

n/a
Heat

Forced Air
A/C

Central Air
Water

Municipal
Water Supply

n/a
Sewers

Sewers
Central Vac

N

Kitchen

11.5 x 10.1 ft Main level
Living

15.9 x 13.5 ft Main level
Br

14.1 x 10.1 ft Main level
Bathroom

9.11 x 8.5 ft Main level

4 Pc Bath
2nd Br

13.6 x 10.5 ft 2nd level
3rd Br

12.8 x 11.1 ft 2nd level
Bathroom

4.6 x 3.11 ft 2nd level

2 Pc Bath
Rec

16.6 x 12.7 ft Bsmt level
4th Br

13.2 x 8.11 ft Bsmt level
Laundry

13.5 x 12.4 ft Bsmt level
Furnace

12.1 x 11.3 ft Bsmt level
Other

9.1 x 4.1 ft Bsmt level

Contact Manoj Kukreja

Sales Representative,
Century 21 People’s Choice Realty Inc.,
Brokerage
(647) 576 - 2100

Local Real Estate Price Trends for Detached in Waterloo

Active listings

156

Average Selling Price of a Detached

May 2026

$962,175

Last 3 Months

$977,340

Last 12 Months

$937,245

May 2025

$1,090,745

Last 3 Months LY

$1,054,782

Last 12 Months LY

$990,266

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-12%

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-7%

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-5%

Historical Average Selling Price of a Detached in

Average Selling Price

3 years ago

$1,111,119

Average Selling Price

5 years ago

$1,027,862

Average Selling Price

10 years ago

$439,316

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-13%

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-6%

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119%

Number of Detached Sold

May 2026

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May 2025

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Last 12 Months LY

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-8%

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12%

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32%

How many days Detached takes to sell (DOM)

May 2026

Last 3 Months

Last 12 Months

May 2025

Last 3 Months LY

Last 12 Months LY

Change

18%

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16%

Change

20%

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Lawyer Fees

$2,825

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$164

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$164

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