A rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Victorian home (circa 1857) with a fully finished detached garage and private office/studio space — all just steps from Downtown Kitchener.
This 2-storey yellow brick home blends timeless character with modern upgrades. The spacious main house features soaring 9’4” ceilings, original trim, and plenty of natural light. Major updates include triple-glazed windows upstairs (2019), steel roof (2019), and a brand-new furnace and AC (2024) for year-round comfort and efficiency. The second floor was fully renovated in 2017 with spray foam insulation, vaulted ceilings in the primary bedroom, upper-level laundry, and a luxurious 5-piece bathroom with heated floors.
Standout Feature – Detached Garage with Heated Office/Studio:
Oversized double car garage with full attic storage
Attached climate-controlled office/studio with vaulted ceilings and large windows
Heated by a dedicated furnace plus a ductless split system (AC + heat pump)
Includes a 2-piece bathroom and its own 100-amp panel
Perfect for remote work, creative studio, home business, or potential guest suite
Exterior & Lot Features:
Massive 78.45’ x 211.99’ lot
Beautifully landscaped with mature trees and exceptional privacy
Concrete driveway (2020) accommodates up to 10 vehicles
Large wood deck, custom children’s playhouse, and firepit area
No heritage designation — future flexibility for renovations or additions
Location Highlights:
Walk to the Kitchener Market, LRT, Google HQ, restaurants, shopping, and Victoria Park. Quick access to KW’s Tech Hub and downtown core amenities.
This is a truly unique property that combines historic charm, extensive modern updates, and unmatched outdoor and workspace versatility.
Property Type:
Residential
Property SubType:
Single Family Residence
Listing General Location:
212 - Downtown Kitchener/East Ward, 2 - Kitchener East
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.0
(Full:1/Half:1)
Lot Details:
76.56 x
Lot Frontage:
76'7"23.3 m
Frontage Type:
East
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Two Story
County Or Parish:
Waterloo
Property Attached:
Detached
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Construction:
Brick
Basement:
Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump
Foundation:
Stone
Roof:
Metal
Number of Buildings:
1
Total Floor Area:
2,081 sq. ft.193 m2
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
Finished Area Above Grade:
2,081 sq. ft.193 m2
Fireplace:
false
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer (Municipal)
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer,Kids Play Structure, Garden Shed
Water Heater, Water Softener, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
All Garage Shelving, Pop Up Garage In Rear Of Yard, Cat Water Fountain In The Kitchen, Drink Holder In Den, Security Cameras
Auto Garage Door Remote(s)
false
No
East end of Lancaster/Krug
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
No
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Condo Corporation:
No
Zoning:
R-2
Lot Site Features:
Urban, City Lot, Public Transit, Shopping Nearby
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Data was last updated October 11, 2025 at 09:50 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
57
Avg list price:
$459,900
Min list price:
$264,900
Max list price:
$2,490,000
Avg days on market:
31
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
205
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$480.61
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
212 - Downtown Kitchener/East Ward. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.