401 – 253 Lester Street
Beechwood/University, Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6
$488,900
MLS® 40874752

- 5Bedrooms
- 2Bathrooms
- 1,158Sq. ft.
- 2009Year built
- 3Days on market
About this property
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 current gross rental income of $42,000 per year and under lease. 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. Current income can produce a CAP rate of 6%+ after expenses.
Property details
Property
- Property type
- Condo/Apt Unit
- Style
- Apartment
- Year built
- 2009
- Annual taxes
- $3,809
- Zoning
- GR
- Condo / HOA fee
- $721/mo
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Kitchens
- 1
- Included
- Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Exterior & parking
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Metal
- Driveway
- Street Parking Only, Visitor Parking
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer (Municipal)
- Water
- Municipal
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main | — | 4-Piece |
| Bedroom | Main | 4.34 × 2.29 | — |
| Bedroom | Main | 2.57 × 3.35 | — |
| Bathroom | Main | — | 4-Piece |
| Kitchen | Main | 3.94 × 3.48 | — |
| Bedroom | Main | 3.35 × 2.64 | — |
| Bedroom | Main | 2.57 × 3.48 | — |
| Bedroom | Main | 2.64 × 3.58 | — |
| Living Room | Main | 4.55 × 2.82 | — |
| Dining Room | Main | 4.55 × 2.87 | — |
Location
401 – 253 Lester Street, Beechwood/University, Waterloo, ON, N2L 3W6
Listing courtesy of Benjamins Realty Inc.. MLS® 40874752. Data provided by Information Technology Systems Ontario (ITSO), last updated October 29, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
