Property Information:

STORYBOOK CHARM WITH SPACE, PRIVACY, AND PRIME UPTOWN LIVING! Welcome to this rare 4+ bedroom, 2.5 bath detached home tucked at the end of a quiet dead end street in the heart of Uptown Waterloo. With timeless curb appeal and a thoughtful addition that adds space without losing charm, this home is a beautiful blend of character and modern updates inside and out. Step into a bright and functional layout featuring updated electrical including a new panel, modern plumbing, HVAC upgrades, solid 3/4 inch white ash hardwood flooring, and curated finishes throughout. The main floor offers an open and inviting flow with multiple spaces to gather or unwind, including a cozy sunroom plus a dedicated wired home office for those working from home. The granite coffee bar, updated lighting and trim, and quality details elevate the everyday experience. Upstairs, the primary suite features its own private balcony with French doors, your own peaceful treetop escape. Three additional bedrooms are generously sized, with a bonus flex room on the lower level perfect for a home gym, playroom, or creative space. Outside, the large backyard is a private oasis complete with three separate seating areas, a pergola, custom decks, and a hot tub for relaxing or entertaining. The garage is fully insulated and finished as a workshop, and the concrete driveway includes dual Level 2 EV chargers. What truly sets this home apart is the location. You are just steps to all the best of Uptown, including restaurants, cafes, Waterloo Park, trails, top schools, the LRT, and both universities, yet uniquely nestled against city owned greenspace on two sides for rare privacy and serenity. It feels like your own secret hideaway in the heart of the city. This is a turnkey home with soul in a location that is hard to beat. Come experience the best of Uptown without compromise. (id:27)

Building Features:

Style: Detached
Building Type: House
Amenities:
Basement Development: Partially finished
Basement Type: N/A
Construction Style - Attachment: Detached
Exterior Finish: Brick
Fireplace: Yes
Floor Space: 1500 - 2000 sqft
Foundation Type: Concrete
Heating Type: Forced air
Heating Fuel: Natural gas
Cooling Type: Central air conditioning
Appliances: Hot Tub, Dishwasher, Dryer, Stove, Washer, Refrigerator

Property Features:

OwnershipType: Freehold
Property Type: Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Amenities Nearby: Park
Features: Cul-de-sac
Fence Type: Fenced yard
Floor Space (approx): 1500 - 2000 Square Feet
Irregular: Yes
Lot Depth: 118 Feet
Lot Frontage: 46 Feet
Lot Size: 46 x 118 FT
Structure Type: Deck
Zoning: GB
Sewer: Sanitary sewer
Parking Type: Attached garage, Garage
No. of Parking Spaces: 5

Rooms:

Primary Bedroom 2nd Level 4.31 m x 3.85 m
Bedroom 2nd Level 3.33 m x 3.47 m
Bedroom 2nd Level 3.19 m x 5.16 m
Bedroom Main Level 4.34 m x 3.92 m
Kitchen Main Level 4.29 m x 3.08 m
Dining Main Level 3.32 m x 3.86 m
Living Main Level 3.23 m x 5.49 m

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Courtesy of: Forest Hill Real Estate Inc.

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Demographic Information of 161 HERBERT STREET, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 1T3

Life Stage

Young Couples

Employment Type

Service Sector/White Collar

Average Household Income

$144,258.16

Average Number of Children

1.63

Household Population

Household Structure

Age of Population

Education

Education Level

No certificate/diploma/degree

13.28 %

High school certificate or equivalent

18.33 %

Apprenticeship trade certificate/diploma

6.12 %

College/non-university certificate

18.6 %

University certificate (below bachelor)

1.89 %

University Degree

41.78 %

Commuter

Travel To Work

By Car

78.96 %

By Public Transit

2.52 %

By Walking

7.19 %

By Bicycle

0.92 %

By Other Methods

10.41 %

Cultural Diversity

Knowledge of Official Language

Mother Tongue

Building Information

Building Type

Apartments (Low and High Rise)

61.62 %

Houses

38.38 %

161 HERBERT STREET, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 1T3