25 Central Street
Waterloo, N2L 3A5
$897,888
- 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 2 parking
- 1500-2000 sq ft
Listed 33 days ago · MLS® X13792160
About this home
Welcome to 25 Central Street, Waterloo-a beautifully updated century home offering timeless character, modern upgrades, and an unbeatable location in the heart of Uptown Waterloo. This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts outstanding curb appeal with a spacious covered front porch, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the neighbourhood. Step inside and be welcomed by the home's stunning original curved staircase, setting the tone for the character and craftsmanship found throughout. To the right, the bright and inviting living room flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. Off the dining room, a second staircase leads to the upper level, adding both convenience and classic charm. The custom-designed kitchen has been thoughtfully renovated with quartz countertops, under-cabinet lighting, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and plenty of workspace. Just off the kitchen is a bright sunroom that provides additional living space and direct access to the peaceful backyard. The main floor also features a versatile bedroom that can easily serve as a home office, along with a convenient 3-piece bathroom. Upstairs you'll find three spacious bedrooms and an updated 4-piece bathroom. One of the upper bedrooms includes a staircase leading to the unfinished attic, offering excellent storage or future potential. Soaring 9-foot ceilings, new solid maple hardwood flooring, and new wood Thermopane windows throughout beautifully blend historic elegance with modern comfort. Additional updates include a recent high-efficiency forced air gas furnace and new central AC for year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy a quiet backyard complete with a garden shed and parking for two vehicles. Located in the centre of Uptown, this home is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, Waterloo Park, Universities and countless other amenities. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated character home in Waterloo!
Details
- Type
- Detached
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Age
- 100+ years
- Size
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Lot
- 45 × 104.82 ft
- Basement
- Walk-Out, Partially Finished
- Garage
- None
- Kitchens
- 1
- Property tax
- $5,500 (2026)
- Municipality
- Waterloo
- Price per sq ft
- $513 (about the same as detached houses in Waterloo)
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4 above ground
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 3-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (second)
- Rooms
- 11 above ground
- Family room or den
- No
- Fireplace
- No
- Features
- Water Heater
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Exterior
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Age
- 100+
- Faces
- South
- Outdoor
- Porch
Parking
- Total parking
- 2
- Driveway and parking
- Private
Lot
- Size
- 45 × 104.82 ft (irregular)
More
- Possession
- Flexible
- Nearby
- Park, Place Of Worship, School, Library, Golf
- Cross street
- Central street and King street
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom | Second | 3.07 × 4.37 m (10'1" × 14'4") | |
| Living Room | Main | 3.91 × 3.76 m (12'10" × 12'4") | |
| Mud Room | Main | 2.82 × 2.36 m (9'3" × 7'9") | |
| Foyer | Main | 1.19 × 4.17 m (3'11" × 13'8") | |
| Bedroom | Main | 3.45 × 4.83 m (11'4" × 15'10") | |
| Bedroom | Second | 3.58 × 3.3 m (11'9" × 10'10") | |
| Kitchen | Main | 4.11 × 4.39 m (13'6" × 14'5") | |
| Dining Room | Main | 3.91 × 3.56 m (12'10" × 11'8") | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 4.55 × 3.25 m (14'11" × 10'8") | |
| Bathroom | Main | ||
| Bathroom | Second |
History of this address
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Location
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Very walkable
- 🚇 Waterloo Public Square LRT10 min walk
- 🚇 Laurier - Waterloo Park LRT12 min walk
Within a 10-minute walk: 6 grocery stores, 106 cafés and restaurants, 11 parks, 4 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Your Independent Grocer (700 m). Nearest park: Carnegie Green (400 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Elizabeth Ziegler Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 93%, math 47%1.2 km - Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 83%, math 45%1.3 km - École élémentaire L'Harmonie French
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 90%, math 79%1.4 km - Empire Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 87%, math 52%1.8 km
Secondary
- MacGregor Public School1 min walk
- Waterloo Collegiate Institute
EQAO: Gr 9 math 57%, literacy test 85%17 min walk - St. David Catholic Secondary School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 9 math 67%, literacy test 97%1.6 km
EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.
Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.
Who lives here postal area N2L
- Owners / renters
- 37% / 63%
- Median household income
- $69,500
- Average age
- 37
- Children under 15
- 11%
- Homes
- 29% detached, 40% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 12%
- Population
- 37,953
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Mandarin 5.5%, Arabic 1.4%, Hindi 0.9%, Punjabi (Panjabi) 0.9%.
Safety
Crime Severity Index for Waterloo Region (Kitchener) police: 67 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).
Police-reported figures for the whole police service area, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.
Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada.
Living here
Commute
To downtown Kitchener: 3 km. Transit times · Driving times
Noise Nothing major nearby
No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.
Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.
Internet High-speed
50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).
From the federal broadband map. Check exact speeds and providers for the address.
Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.
Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE WOLLE REALTY.
Listing information provided by PropTx Innovations Inc. and TRREB; deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by PropTx.
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