5 Dekay Street, Kitchener

INCREDIBLE LOCATION within walking distance of UPTOWN WATERLOO or DOWNTOWN KITCHENER. Discover the timeless charm of this Century Home, where warmth, character, & modern updates come together. Distinctive details such as STAINED GLASS WINDOWS & doors, glass door knobs, TIFFANY GLASS FIXTURES, 8’8” ceilings, & intricate moldings set the stage for this unique residence. (One of the main rooms also features an original decorative coffered ceiling with dark wood grid detailing that highlights the period character.) Inside, craftsmanship shines throughout: HARDWOOD FLOORS in the foyer & dining room, FRENCH DOORS, NEW CARPET in the living & family rooms (with hardwood underneath), & a bedroom with balcony access overlooking the yard, complete with built-in shelving, cabinetry, & a sink. The kitchen, main bath, & upstairs hallway feature custom NORCRAFT SOLID CHERRY CABINETRY, while the 4-piece bathroom includes additional built-ins. A 3-piece bath is located in the basement along with a raised-floor rec room, ideal for a gym or studio. The FULL ATTIC LOFT was reimagined for maximum height, featuring MULTIPLE SKYLIGHTS, oak parquet flooring, a rough-in for a bar sink, & a dedicated stereo panel—perfect as a lounge or creative space (the loft also overlooks the stairwell with a solid wood balustrade). Additional upgrades include a DEDICATED OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL PANEL for the hot tub, gazebo, & dimmable deck lighting. Outdoors, the former garage has been converted into a charming GABEZO, & while the Hydropool hot tub has not been used in years, it was professionally closed. The property offers a covered patio area beneath the upper deck with exposed beams, stone/flagstone paving, posts and a winding wooden staircase up to the deck, plus a raised deck surface with built‑in planter beds and privacy fencing. The fully fenced yard, once featured in the Kitchener Blooms calendar, still boasts a variety of established landscaping plants including hostas, grasses, & ferns. With a little refresh, it could easily be restored to its award-winning beauty. MOST APPLIANCES ARE NEW OR NEARLY NEW, & while the home features updated copper wiring, some knob-and-tube remains in the bedrooms. The brick side elevation includes a lower-level access door and stone window wells along a sheltered side walkway. A truly special home, rich in history yet well-suited for today’s lifestyle. (id:1945)