242 Chestnut Street S, Cambridge, ON N3H 2J7
Cambridge · Near Hamilton Street/Chestnut Street · View map
About this home
Welcome to 242 Chestnut Street South, located in the established neighbourhood! This charming brick bungalow offers comfortable, convenient living with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. The home features a functional layout, a kitchen with white cabinetry, main floor laundry and carpet free throughout. Outside, enjoy the added convenience of a covered carport, private driveway, and a yard with space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Situated in a mature residential neighbourhood, this property offers the charm of an established community with the convenience of nearby amenities. Enjoy easy access to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, public transit, and the shops and services of downtown. With Highway 401 and other major routes within convenient reach, commuting throughout Cambridge, Kitchener-Waterloo, and the surrounding areas is easy. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or simply looking for the convenience of bungalow living, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to call home!
The home
- Type
- Bungalow
- Style
- Bungalow
- Square footage
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 5
- Basement
- Crawl Space
- Lot size
- 75 x 60 ft
- Faces
- East
- Approximate age
- 51-99 years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Carport
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 1
- Total parking
- 2
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $2,913/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Hamilton Street/Chestnut Street
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$555 (at 900 sq ft)
- Listed
- Oct 15, 2026 · today
- MLS® number
- X14080988
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Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
242 Chestnut Street, Cambridge, ON N3H 2J7
Cambridge · Near Hamilton Street/Chestnut Street
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Listing history for 242 Chestnut Street
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Frequently asked questions about 242 Chestnut Street S
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 242 Chestnut Street S listed for, and what would it cost each month?
242 Chestnut Street S is listed for $499,900. With 20% down ($99,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,016 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,259 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 242 Chestnut Street S freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
242 Chestnut Street S is a bungalow in Cambridge. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 242 Chestnut Street S have?
242 Chestnut Street S has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
Does 242 Chestnut Street S have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as carport, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 1 space. In total the listing counts 2 parking spaces.
Does 242 Chestnut Street S have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as crawl space.
What style of home is 242 Chestnut Street S?
242 Chestnut Street S is a bungalow. A bungalow has all of its main living space, including the bedrooms, on one floor, usually over a full basement.
How big is 242 Chestnut Street S, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 700 and 1,100 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 75 x 60 ft.
How is 242 Chestnut Street S heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 242 Chestnut Street S?
Property taxes are $2,913 a year (2025), or about $243 a month.
Where is 242 Chestnut Street S?
242 Chestnut Street S is in Cambridge. The nearest main intersection is Hamilton Street/Chestnut Street. The postal code is N3H 2J7.
How long has 242 Chestnut Street S been on the market?
242 Chestnut Street S was listed on October 15, 2026. It came on the market today. It is an active listing (MLS® X14080988). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar bungalows near 242 Chestnut Street S asking?
Similar bungalow-style homes for sale nearby right now include 82 Norfolk Avenue at $499,900 (2 bed), 21 Cedar Street at $549,900 (2 bed) and 218 Montrose Street S at $525,000 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 242 Chestnut Street sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 242 Chestnut Street S?
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.