253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON

$748,888
MLS#:X12846268
5 beds
3 baths
1100-1500 sqft
2.0 parking
Residential Freehold
Residential Freehold for sale - 5 Bed, 3 Bath Home at 253 Sydney Street Kitchener ON listed at $748,888 (MLS# X12846268) - Main View
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Added:Mar 4, 2026(244 days ago)
Updated:Nov 3, 2026(today)
Last Checked:24 minutes ago

Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable 2-Storey duplex located in the coveted neighborhood of Kitchener. Expertly crafted featuring premium brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $748,888 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.

  • 5 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms with 2 functional kitchens
  • Generous living space spanning 1100-1500 sqft on a premium 47.79 x 99.53 ft lot
  • Features a full, finished, separate entrance basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • Ample parking with 1.0 garage spaces (2.0 total parking spaces) with a convenient attached configuration
  • Notable attributes: Auto Garage Door Remote, Separate Hydro Meter, Water Softener
  • Efficient forced air heating via gas

Description

THE UNICORN! Purpose Built Duplex! 100% VACANT POSSESSION! Stop fighting old leases and inherited tenants. 253 Sydney St S is a solid brick, purpose-built Legal Duplex offering the ultimate "Blank Slate" in Kitchener's desirable Rockway neighborhood. Set your own market rents from Day 1. Perfect for Investors, House-Hackers, or Multi-Generational families. UNIT BREAKDOWN: * MAIN UNIT: Vacant. 2 + 1 Bed, 2 Bath with Rec Room. Convenient backyard, in-suite laundry, and a 1-car garage. UPPER UNIT: Vacant. 2-Bed, 1-Bath. Features in-suite laundry and dedicated carport parking. INVESTORS: Run your own tenant selection and maximize your Cap Rate immediately. HOUSE-HACKERS: Live in one unit and let the other unit pay your mortgage! MULTI-GENERATIONAL: Separate kitchens, separate laundry, and separate entrances-keep the family close with total privacy across two spacious units. THE LOCATION: Commuter's dream. Minutes to Hwy 7/8 Expressway, the LRT, Rockway Golf Course, and Downtown Kitchener's Tech Hub. Separately metered Hydro between the Upper and Main units. Gas/Water shared on a single meter. Purpose-built multi-unit properties with FULL VACANT POSSESSION are incredibly rare. Why wait for the next opportunity while the unicorn is right here!

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Property Summary

This duplex located at 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener is currently for sale and has been available for 244 days. This property is listed at $748,888 with an estimated mortgage of $2,493* per month. It has 5 beds, 3 bathrooms, and is 1100-1500 square feet. 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener

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* Estimated mortgage assumes a 30% down payment, 4.00% interest rate, and 30-year amortization.
Is this a Good Home for Families?

Yes! Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this home offers ample space and comfort for growing families in Kitchener.

Highly Recommended for Families
What We Love About This Home
  • •5 spacious bedroom layout offering versatile living space
  • •3 well-appointed bathrooms
  • •1100-1500 sqft of generous functional square footage
Standout Features & Layout
Who Should Buy This Home?

Growing families needing multi-bedroom flexibility and space in Kitchener.

Target Buyer Match

Key Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Kitchens
2
Living Area
1100-1500 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusActive
Price$748,888
AddedMar 4, 2026 (244 days ago)
UpdatedNov 3, 2026 (today)
Last Checked24 minutes ago
Transaction TypeFor Sale
List Office NameEXP REALTY

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDuplex
Architectural Style2-Storey
ConstructionBrick
BasementFull, Finished, Separate Entrance
Lot Size47.79 × 99.53 Feet
CountyWaterloo
Annual Tax$1,634.78
Legal DescriptionPT LT 359 PL 262 KITCHENER AS IN 1286752; KITCHENER

Parking & Garage

Parking Total2.0
Parking Space1
Garage Parking1.0
Garage TypeAttached

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingNone

Features

Property Features

  • Golf
  • Park
  • Place Of Worship
  • Public Transit
  • Rec./Commun.Centre
  • School

Interior Features

  • Auto Garage Door Remote
  • Separate Hydro Meter
  • Water Softener

Security Features

  • Smoke Detector

Community Features

None listed

Property History

No historical data available for this property.

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Kitchener Buyer Budget & Costs

Estimated mortgage: $2,493*/month*. Estimated Ontario Land Transfer Tax: $11,453. First-time Kitchener home buyers may qualify for up to $8,475 in rebates.

Frequently Asked Questions: Buying a Home in Kitchener

Frequently Asked Questions about 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON

Q.What is the asking price for 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON ?

The current listing price for 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON in Kitchener is $748,888.

Q.How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

This property features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across approximately 1100-1500 sqft.

Q.What property type and architectural style is 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON ?

253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON is a Duplex (2-Storey) featuring a Full, Finished, Separate Entrance basement.

Q.What key property features does 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON offer?

Key property features include: Golf, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre, School.

Q.What interior features are included in this home?

Interior highlights include: Auto Garage Door Remote, Separate Hydro Meter, Water Softener.

Q.What security features are installed at 253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON ?

Security features include: Smoke Detector.

Q.Is parking available at this property?

Yes, this property offers parking space for 2.0 vehicles (Attached).

Q.What heating and cooling systems are installed?

Heating is provided via Gas and cooling via None.

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Neighborhood Safety Index

Neighborhood Safety & Crime Analytics

Kitchener, Kitchener

SAFETY RATING9.4 / 10
Low Incident Area
Total Annual Incidents35 incidents / yr
Average Per Month2.9 incidents / mo
Population BenchmarkArea Average residents
Personal Safety
Very Low

8 assaults (30.0/100k)

Property Security
Very Low

8 B&E (30.0/100k)

Auto Theft Risk
Low Risk

10 thefts (35.0/100k)

1-Year Trend
▼ 6%

Improving vs previous year

How Per-Capita Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) Is Calculated:

Formula: (Annual Occurrences / Population) × 100,000. This standard policing calculation normalizes incident frequencies across different population sizes, allowing accurate safety comparisons between quiet residential pockets and dense urban centres.

Source: Official Police Services ArcGIS Open Data
Halton & GTA Police Network

Disclaimer: Crime and safety analytics are compiled from official municipal and regional police open data records for general consumer informational and demographic research purposes only. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and does not constitute a legal representation or guarantee of future safety.

Pricing & Value Insights

Data-driven valuation for 253 Sydney Street S, Kitchener, ON N2G 3V8

Estimated Sales Range
$711,000 - $734,000

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Interest Rate4.00%
Down Payment$224,666 (30.0%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $49,889.
Amortization Period30 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$2,493Based on a loan of $524,222 over 30 years.
Purchase Price$748,888
Loan Amount$524,222
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$11,453
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$11,453

About Purchasing a Home in Kitchener, ON

For a property listed at $748,888 in Kitchener, the legal minimum down payment is $49,889 under current Canadian banking regulations. This calculation applies a 5% requirement on the first $500,000, 10% on the next $499,999, and a flat 20% on any amount exceeding $1,000,000.

Additionally, buyers in Ontario must budget for the Provincial Land Transfer Tax, which is estimated at $11,453 for this transaction. As this listing is in Kitchener (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $11,453.

Kitchener Neighborhood Guide

Comprehensive city-wide demographics, local real estate stats, and school rankings for Kitchener.

Verified Local Data
City Population575,847
City Median Age38 Yrs
City Ownership65% Owners
Avg Area List Price$840,637

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
25%
Families with children
45%
Couples without children
28%
Other households
3%

Top Ethnic Origins

English18%
German17%
Scottish15%
Irish15%

Best Schools in Kitchener

Elementary Schools

A R Kaufman
PublicCarwood Avenue, Rockway, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 3C5
2.0
Queen Elizabeth
Public191 Hoffman Street, Southdale, Kitchener, Ontario, N2M 3N2
4.0
Our Lady of Grace
Public70 Gracefield Crescent, Alpine, Kitchener, Ontario, N2E 1R9
7.3
Alpine
Public75 Lucerne Drive, Alpine, Kitchener, Ontario, N2E 1B4
5.8
Rockway
Public110 Doon Road, Rockway, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 3C8
3.6

Secondary Schools

St. Mary’s
Catholic1500 Block Line Road, Kitchener, Ontario, N2C 2S2
6.1
Eastwood
Public760 Weber Street East, Eastwood, Kitchener, Ontario, N2H 1H6
5.8
Cameron Heights
Public301 Charles Street East, King East, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 2P8
7.5

Kitchener Demographic Home information

Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied65%
Rented35%

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