A distinctive architectural residence in Kitchener's historic Civic Centre neighbourhood, 32 Ahrens Street West offers a rare combination of contemporary design, craftsmanship, and urban convenience.
Designed with Scandinavian influences, this custom-built home combines natural materials, warm wood finishes, and abundant natural light. Its striking exterior features wood cladding, a standing-seam metal roof, and carefully considered proportions that complement the surrounding heritage streetscape.
Inside, more than 4,500 sqft of finished living space spans four levels. Expansive windows, Scandinavian wood flooring, and refined finishes create inviting interiors, while the beautifully appointed kitchen features premium Gaggenau appliances.
The home offers 4+1 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a fully finished lower level. Features such as integrated home automation, sound-dampening systems, European tilt-and-turn windows, and in-floor heating reflect an emphasis on comfort and performance.
The third floor offers a private retreat beneath the home's dramatic roofline, with a bedroom, bathroom, lounge, dedicated home office, gym, and sauna. An outdoor cedar hot tub overlooks the surrounding treetops.
The professionally landscaped backyard features an expansive deck, built-in seating, and inviting spaces for dining and entertaining. Mature trees, architectural screening, and a covered lounge area provide privacy, complemented by a separate storage building with covered parking.
Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street, the property is within walking distance of the Centre In The Square, Kitchener Public Library's Central Library, the Kitchener Market, and downtown restaurants, cafés, and shops. The ION LRT, GO Transit, and VIA Rail are nearby, along with the city's growing technology and innovation district.
An exceptional opportunity for those who appreciate considered architecture, contemporary living, and the character of an established urban neighbourhood.
Property Type:
Residential
Property SubType:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2019
(Age: 7)
Listing General Location:
212 - Downtown Kitchener/East Ward, 2 - Kitchener East
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
5.0
(Full:4/Half:1)
Lot Details:
38 x 120
Lot Depth:
120'36.6 m
Lot Frontage:
38'11.6 m
Frontage Type:
South
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Contemporary
Elementary School:
Jk-6 Suddaby/Jk-8 St. Ann
High School:
Kci/St. Mary's
County Or Parish:
Waterloo
Property Attached:
Detached
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: No, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Construction:
Wood Siding
Basement:
Full, Finished, Sump Pump
Linked Foundation:
No
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Metal
Year Roof Replaced:
2019
Number of Buildings:
1
Total Floor Area:
3,215 sq. ft.299 m2
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
Finished Area Above Grade:
3,215 sq. ft.299 m2
Fireplace:
true
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Family Room, Gas
Laundry Features:
In Basement, Upper Level
Water Supply:
Municipal, Municipal-Metered
Water Treatment:
Heated Water Line, Water Softener
Spa:
Hot Tub, Heated
Sewer:
Sewer (Municipal)
Cooling:
Central Air
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Age Electric:
7
Age Furnace:
7
Age Plumbing:
7
Age Tank:
7
Carbon Monoxide Detector,Dishwasher,Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Gas Oven/Range,Gas Stove,Hot Tub,Hot Tub Equipment,Hot Water Tank Owned,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Smoke Detector,Washer,Window Coverings
Range, Instant Hot Water, Water Heater Owned, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven/Range, Gas Stove, Hot Water Tank Owned, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Home Owners Personal Items And Furniture.
High Speed Internet, Built-In Appliances, Ceiling Fan(s), Sauna
Urban, Rectangular, Ample Parking, City Lot, Landscaped, Library, Park, Place of Worship, Playground Nearby, Public Transit, Quiet Area, Shopping Nearby
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: No, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Parking Places Covered:
0.0
Parking:
Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Exclusive, Tandem
Data was last updated October 22, 2026 at 05:50 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
52
Avg list price:
$426,900
Min list price:
$249,900
Max list price:
$1,990,000
Avg days on market:
55
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
581
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$430.22
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.