Renovated 2-Bed Corner House with Backyard Workshop Potential in Kitchener

Property details for 185 Strange Street, Kitchener

Type: Residential
Style: Other
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Living Area: 1,016 square feet
Stories: 1.5
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Heating: Forced air, Natural gas
Cooling: Central air conditioning
Exterior: Brick
Ownership: Freehold
Annual Taxes: $3,698

A renovated corner house on one-way Strange Street is up for grabs. The front porch gives it that classic look, and the brick exterior holds up well. Inside, you've got 1016 square feet of living space. The main floor has a living room, a kitchen with new appliances, and a dining nook. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms and a 4-piece bath. The primary bedroom is decent sized. Everything's been updated, so you're not dealing with old wiring or drafty windows. Central air and gas heat keep it comfortable. The basement is unfinished, but it's full height. That's prime space for storage or a future man cave. Outside, the lot is 49 by 132 feet. That's huge for the area. Fenced backyard. You could build a garage or a shop if you need it, and the SGA-2 zoning has some flexibility for an ADU, subject to approvals. Parking's not a problem with 4 spaces. You're within walking distance to Grand River Hospital, and a short drive to Uptown Waterloo, Belmont Village, or the Iron Horse Trail. The LRT is close too. Asking $699,000, which is above the neighborhood median of $350,000, but you're getting a renovated house on a big lot, close to amenities. If you're looking for a project with potential, this could be it.

About 185 Strange Street, Kitchener — Property Score

Strong Investment Great Location

Score: 63/100

Value

Priced 16.7% above area median of $599,000 based on 23 comparable properties nearby 45

$688/sqft - 29.3% above the $532/sqft area median 26

Stable pricing - no price changes since original listing date 50

Size

1,016 sqft - 45% less space than similarly priced homes (1,857 sqft median) 24

2 bedrooms - 1 fewer than similarly priced 3-bedroom homes nearby 48

1 bathroom - 1 fewer than similarly priced properties nearby 48

Location

$63K median household income - near the Canadian average of $70K 62

92% of residents hold postsecondary credentials - a highly educated neighbourhood 98

40% homeownership rate - a renter-majority neighbourhood 58

69% of residents commute under 30 minutes - excellent commuter accessibility 85

1,167/km² population density - a well-balanced suburban area 82

Market

Just listed - area average is 39 days on market 100

+2.2% median price change over 1 month - stable pricing in the area 61

33.6 months of housing supply - 604 active listings with 18 sold last month (buyer's market) 40

Features

4-car parking - area average is 4.4 spots 95

Unfinished, Full basement - adds valuable living space 85

efficient gas forced air heating 80

Central air conditioning - whole-home cooling 90

Built in 1900 (126 years old) - established home with character, older than the area average (1978) 35

No premium extras like pool, waterfront, or view 50

Investment

0.53% effective tax rate ($3,697/yr) - very low tax burden 84

61% renter population - strong rental demand in this area 100

Quality

Condition

Listing

38 photos provided - below the area average of 39 photos 92

6 of 7 key property details provided (86%) - comprehensive listing with excellent detail 86

* This property score is an approximate estimate based on publicly available data, nearby comparable listings, and automated analysis. Scores are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional appraisals or investment advice. Actual property values may vary. We recommend consulting a licensed real estate professional for accurate assessments.