257 Ottawa Street N, Kitchener, ON N2H 3K9
Kitchener · Near Weber Street E to Ottawa Street N · View map
About this home
Welcome to 257 Ottawa Street N, Kitchener - a beautifully updated detached home offering comfortable living spaces, thoughtful improvements, and a backyard that gives you even more space to relax, entertain, and enjoy being outdoors. The welcoming front porch and picturesque front yard lead into a bright main level featuring luxury laminate flooring, updated light fixtures, fresh paint, and abundant natural light. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, stylish backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, updated flooring, dual pantries, and high-end stainless steel appliances installed in 2023. The adjoining dining area is ideal for family meals and entertaining, with a convenient 2-piece powder room nearby. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and the comfortable family room. A main-floor bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or convenient one-level living. Upstairs features three additional bedrooms with built-in closet storage and a updated 4-piece bathroom with glass-enclosed tub. The lower level offers flexible additional space and a 1-piece bathroom with standing shower, ready for the next homeowner to personalize. Outside, the generous backyard features a deck, firepit, partially fenced yard, and repaired front and rear rock walls - plenty of space to relax or entertain. The current owners have also completed several practical updates, including: New electronic locks on front & back doors; Front, rear & garage decks stripped and painted; Professional arborist assessment and tree maintenance; Professional plumbing and drain clean-out to the city connection; Furnace venting replaced to bring it up to code; New carpet runner on stairs; New blinds in living room, office & primary bedroom; Front & rear rock walls repaired. A 1-car garage and generous driveway provide ample parking. Conveniently located near public transit, major expressways, shopping, restaurants, schools, and everyday amenities.
The home
- Type
- 1 1/2 storey
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 10
- Basement
- Partially Finished
- Lot size
- 66 x 180 ft
- Faces
- West
- Approximate age
- 51-99 years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 6
- Total parking
- 7
- Parking features
- Private Double
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,035/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- 30/60/90
- Cross street
- Weber Street E to Ottawa Street N
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$400 (at 1,750 sq ft)
- Listed
- Aug 20, 2026 · 54 days ago
- MLS® number
- X13696922
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The home and its surroundings
- Water Heater
- Water Softener
- Public Transit
- Rec./Commun.Centre
- School
- Wooded/Treed
- Park
- Porch
- Privacy
- Patio
- Deck
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
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.
257 Ottawa Street, Kitchener, ON N2H 3K9
Kitchener · Near Weber Street E to Ottawa Street N
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Listing history for 257 Ottawa Street
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Frequently asked questions about 257 Ottawa Street N
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 257 Ottawa Street N listed for, and what would it cost each month?
257 Ottawa Street N is listed for $699,900. With 20% down ($139,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,823 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,159 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 257 Ottawa Street N freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
257 Ottawa Street N is a 1 1/2 storey in Kitchener. 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 257 Ottawa Street N have?
257 Ottawa Street N has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Does 257 Ottawa Street N have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as detached, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 6 spaces. In total the listing counts 7 parking spaces.
Does 257 Ottawa Street N have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as partially finished. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 257 Ottawa Street N?
257 Ottawa Street N is a 1 1/2 storey. A 1½-storey home has a full main floor and a partial second floor under the roofline, often with dormer windows.
How big is 257 Ottawa Street N, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,500 and 2,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 66 x 180 ft.
How is 257 Ottawa Street N heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 257 Ottawa Street N?
Property taxes are $4,035 a year (2026), or about $336 a month.
Where is 257 Ottawa Street N?
257 Ottawa Street N is in Kitchener. The nearest main intersection is Weber Street E to Ottawa Street N. The postal code is N2H 3K9.
How long has 257 Ottawa Street N been on the market?
257 Ottawa Street N was listed on August 20, 2026. It has been on the market for 54 days. It is an active listing (MLS® X13696922). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar bungalows near 257 Ottawa Street N asking?
Similar bungalow-style homes for sale nearby right now include 223 Margaret Avenue at $699,900 (4+1 bed), 296 Weber Street E at $649,999 (3 bed) and 49 Edna Street at $624,900 (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 257 Ottawa 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 257 Ottawa Street N?
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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.