253 Sydney Street S, Kitchener, ON N2G 3V8
Kitchener · Near Courtland Ave to Sydney St · View map
About this home
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!
The home
- Type
- Duplex
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Basement bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 2
- Rooms
- 14
- Basement
- Full, Finished, Separate Entrance
- Lot size
- 47.8 x 99.5 ft
- Faces
- East
- Approximate age
- 51-99 years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Security
- Smoke Detector
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 1
- Total parking
- 2
- Parking features
- Available, Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $1,635/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Courtland Ave to Sydney St
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$576 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X12846268
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The home and its surroundings
- Auto Garage Door Remote
- Separate Hydro Meter
- Water Softener
- Golf
- Park
- Place Of Worship
- Public Transit
- Rec./Commun.Centre
- School
- Deck
- Porch
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
253 Sydney Street, Kitchener, ON N2G 3V8
Kitchener · Near Courtland Ave to Sydney St
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Listing history for 253 Sydney Street
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Frequently asked questions about 253 Sydney Street S
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 253 Sydney Street S listed for, and what would it cost each month?
253 Sydney Street S is listed for $748,888. With 20% down ($149,778), the mortgage payment would be roughly $3,021 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,157 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 253 Sydney Street S freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
253 Sydney Street S is a duplex in Kitchener. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 253 Sydney Street S have?
253 Sydney Street S has 4 bedrooms, plus 1 more bedroom in the basement, and 3 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 253 Sydney Street S have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as attached, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 1 space. In total the listing counts 2 parking spaces.
Does 253 Sydney Street S have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, finished, separate entrance. It counts 1 bedroom on that level. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown. A listing description is not proof of a legal second unit, so confirm zoning and permits with the municipality before counting on rental income.
What style of home is 253 Sydney Street S?
253 Sydney Street S is a duplex. A multiplex holds two or more separate units under one roof, often bought to live in one unit and rent the others.
How big is 253 Sydney Street S, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,100 and 1,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 47.8 x 99.5 ft.
How is 253 Sydney Street S heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 253 Sydney Street S?
Property taxes are $1,635 a year (2026), or about $136 a month.
Where is 253 Sydney Street S?
253 Sydney Street S is in Kitchener. The nearest main intersection is Courtland Ave to Sydney St. The postal code is N2G 3V8.
Is 253 Sydney Street S still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X12846268). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 253 Sydney Street S asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 202 Breithaupt Street at $769,000 (4 bed), 59 Cherry Street at $699,999 (4 bed) and 805 Rockway Drive at $699,900 (4 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 253 Sydney Street sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 253 Sydney Street S?
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.