196 Albert Street, Stratford, ON

$539,900
MLS#:X13121640
2 beds
2 baths
1500-2000 sqft
4.0 parking
Residential Freehold
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Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable 2-Storey duplex located in the coveted neighborhood of Stratford. Expertly crafted featuring premium brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $539,900 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.

  • 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms with 2 functional kitchens
  • Generous living space spanning 1500-2000 sqft on a premium 36 x 104.9 ft lot
  • Features a unfinished basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • 4.0 total parking spaces available
  • Notable attributes: Accessory Apartment, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Separate Hydro Meter
  • equipped with central air, window unit(s) central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via gas

Description

Fantastic opportunity to enter the real estate market with this solid brick home featuring two self-contained 1-bedroom units. The upper unit is currently rented for $1,371.50/month plus hydro and offers a separate entrance and private front porch. The vacant main floor unit is ideal for owner-occupied living, with walkout access to the deck and backyard complete with a raised garden bed and storage shed. Offering ample parking and located within walking distance to the downtown core, restaurants, parks, river, and theatres, this property is perfectly positioned for convenience and lifestyle. An excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or investors - live in one unit with as little as 5% down and add to your investment portfolio over time. Book your private viewing today.

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Key Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Kitchens
2
Living Area
1500-2000 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusPrice Change
Listed Date5/13/2026
Transaction TypeFor Sale

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDuplex
Architectural Style2-Storey
ConstructionBrick
BasementUnfinished
Lot Size36 × 104.9 Feet
CountyPerth
Annual Tax$3,755
Legal Descriptionptlt 220 plan 20 Stratford as in r252854

Parking & Garage

Parking Spaces4.0
Garage Spaces2
Garage TypeNone

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s)

Features

Property Features

Interior Features

Accessory Apartment, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Separate Hydro Meter

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Location

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196 Albert Street, Stratford, ON
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Pricing & Value Insights

Data-driven valuation for 196 Albert Street, Stratford, ON N5A 3K6

Estimated Sales Range
$1.2M - $1.4M

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Interest Rate5.25%
Down Payment$28,990 (5.4%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $28,990.
Amortization Period25 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$3,045Based on a loan of $510,910 over 25 years.
Purchase Price$539,900
Loan Amount$510,910
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$7,273
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$7,273

About Purchasing a Home in Stratford, ON

For a property listed at $539,900 in Stratford, the legal minimum down payment is $28,990 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 $7,273 for this transaction. As this listing is in Stratford (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $7,273.

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City & Neighborhood Guide

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

Verified Local Data
City Population6,202,225
City Median Age39.6 Yrs
City Ownership65% Owners
Avg Area List Price$688,885

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
25%
Families with children
50%
Couples without children
24%
Other households
0%

Top Ethnic Origins

Chinese11%
English9%
Indian9%
Irish8%

Local Schools Guide

Elementary Schools

Jeanne Sauvé
Public8 Grange Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 3P6
6.4
Romeo
Public49 Rebecca Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 3P2
3.8
St Aloysius
Public228 Avondale Avenue, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6N4
7.4
Shakespeare
Public35 Mowat Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 2B8
4.3
Bedford
Public59 Bedford Drive, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 5J7
6.8

Secondary Schools

St. Michael
Catholic240 Oakdale Avenue, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 7W2
7.0
Stratford District
PublicFreeland Drive, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 1L4
5.4

Homes & Housing

Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied65%
Rented35%

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