Just west of Waterloo’s Uptown Core is the community of Westmount. This neighbourhood is known for its charming surroundings and convenient proximity to Kitchener-Waterloo’s main streets; discover why Westmount is one of the most sought after neighbourhoods in Waterloo.
Location
Located west of Uptown Waterloo, you’ll find a well-established and prominent neighbourhood with picturesque streets with some homes dating back almost a century. Its proximity to Uptown Waterloo and Downtown Kitchener makes this community ideal for those looking for convenience with many amenities within reach.
Amenities
Living in Westmount means nothing is ever really out of reach with a short 5-minute drive east, and you’ll find Waterloo’s Uptown Core. Here you’ll discover anything you could need; from grocery stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more.
Year-round events are hosted in Waterloo Town Square, including the annual Busker Carnival, a winter festival, and even pop-up events like human-sized chess.
Located in the Uptown Square Mall is Bob’s value-mart. You’ll find a wide selection of fresh produce and a hot-table selection that will make dinner a breeze for those days you want something quick and simple.
If you’re looking for a more comprehensive selection, head over to T&T Supermarket located at Father-David Bauer and Westmount, T&T is an ethnic supermarket featuring Asian and pacific Asian products.
The Princess Twin Cinemas is a Waterloo heritage site that’s been open for 35 years. The set of theatres play cult classics and critically acclaimed films.
Looking for a quiet place to study or read? Then you may want to visit The Waterloo Public Library. It’s located on Dupont St. W and Albert Street, offering computer access, books, and family-friendly events.
For date night, visit Jane Bond, an intimate bar that offers live music and events aimed at a more alternative crowd with an outdoor patio and mixed cocktails; it’s a real hidden gem in Uptown Waterloo. Another option is the Duke of Wellington Public House, a British pub famous for its authentic food, a wide choice of brew on tap, and incredible live shows.
Just a short trip south is Westmount Place Walk-In Clinic and the Rapid Access Addiction Clinic (RAAC) that take walk-in patients. If you need immediate medical care, Grand River Hospital is around the corner from Westmount, along with the surrounding Medical District.
Schooling / Child Care
Near Westmount, there are 5 public schools and 6 Catholic schools residents can choose from; Below are the public board schools students can attend:
Living in Westmount means you can access the main GRT bus routes and have easy access to the LRT system that connects Kitchener-Waterloo. Route 5 and 202 offer accessible transit to Waterloo’s Boardwalk; you will be able to travel most places in the city with minimal transfers and rapid service. Below is a list of bus routes that run through the Uptown core.
One of the best parts about living in the Westmount community is how close it is to Waterloo’s best green spaces. Often referred to as Waterloo’s crown jewel, Waterloo Park is a great place to visit and enjoy nature. Waterloo Park is more than just a common green space, though; here, you’ll find four baseball fields, a scenic community garden, a newly constructed cricket field, and six tennis courts, and that’s just the west end of the park! Head over to Waterloo Park’s south end, and you’ll find a skatepark, numerous trails, and a seasonal splash pad. Waterloo Park is also home to a zoo that’s open year-round, home to pigs, goats, and even some peacocks. You can experience so much just a 5 minute trip from home.
Stunning, 11th floor 1 bedroom+ 1 den (currently used as a 2nd room), 1 bath in the North tower is the most desirable luxurious student living Condos in Waterloos University Core - making this the perfect investment opportunity! A rare find, this modern, fully furnished unit is carpet-free and features a large open concept kitchen and living room with hardwood flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. The Den (Bedroom) offers enough space for a good sized desk for those working from home days. The bedroom features a decent closet, the bathroom features granite countertops and a stand-in shower and the unit features in-suite laundry and a locker. This condominium building offers plenty of great amenities such as free WiFi in common areas and offers fantastic amenities including, fitness centre, yoga studio, sauna, basketball courts, games room, media room, rooftop patio with fireplace, student lounges and study areas. The building is equipped with great security with fob access and a concierge service. There is a convenient bus stop right outside the front door and walking distance to all amenities, both universities, amazing restaurants and shopping. Easy access to the expressway. Do not miss this great opportunity! (id:30922)
ATTENTION INVESTORS!! Are you looking to jump into the Waterloo rental market or expand your portfolio?! This is the perfect unit for you!! Situated in a central location, only minutes from the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier plus in walking distance to restaurants, shopping and more, a very popular area! Offering FIVE bedrooms, two 4pc bathrooms and plenty of shared living space throughout. Suite comes fully furnished with one parking space, bike racks, shared laundry, heat and water included and more! Call today for more info or to book a viewing. (id:30922)
NEWLY RENOVATED CONDO UNIT AVAILABLE! Unit 3 at 83 Westmount Road North is surrounded by shops and restaurants nearby, as well as a grocery store right across the street, with easy access to Waterloo Park, Uptown Waterloo, public transit, LRT and both universities. Great for students, professionals, and young families! This unit comes with a bright and spacious living room with access to the open balcony where you can enjoy stunning city views. The kitchen features beautifully renovated finishes including modern white cabinetry with quartz countertops, white subway tile backsplash and new stainless steel appliances. Down the hall are four large bedrooms with ample closet space, one with semi-private ensuite and an additional 3-piece bath. Each unit comes with an underground parking spot and a secure storage locker. Come see what this fully renovated condo unit has to offer! Book your showing today! (id:30922)
Lovely 2 Storey brick home! Beautiful original doors, trim, and hardwood flooring. Good sized bedrooms and recently updated 4 pc. bath with claw foot tub. Great potential for an in-law suite, the side entry leads to the basement staircase. The private backyard has a covered deck, second floor balcony, and perennial gardens. Updates include central air 2011, Furnace 2014, upgraded insulation in attic 2014, roof, eaves and downspouts 2014, bedroom and hallway windows 2015. Don't miss the opportunity to buy in this prime location, just a quick walk to the shops and restaurants in Belmont Village, and Uptown Waterloo! (id:30922)
Heres an opportunity to invest in one of the most popular streets for student housing in the whole country! This fully licensed eight-bedroom property sits only a minutes walk away from campus at Wilfrid Laurier University, ten minutes from the University of Waterloo, and just down the road from Conestoga Colleges new Waterloo campus. To be sold with the adjacent property of 174 Clayfield Avenue, this assembly represents nearly 150 feet of frontage on Clayfield Avenue, a stones throw away from WLU. For more details, call or click today! (id:30922)
Students can practically roll out of bed and right onto campus from this investment opportunity, only steps from Wilfrid Laurier Universitys main Waterloo campus. To be sold with the adjacent property of 34 Ezra Avenue, this assembly represents nearly 150 feet of frontage on Clayfield Avenue, a stones throw away from WLU, ten minutes on foot from the University of Waterloo and just down the road from Conestoga Colleges new Waterloo campus. An easy 15 minute stroll from the amenities of Uptown Waterloo, and handy to LRT service at Waterloo Park Station. Never struggle to find tenants again! For more information, call or click today. (id:30922)
Great investment opportunity or a private space for your university student! A stylish one-bedroom apartment in Sage X one of Waterloos newest luxury student oriented condominiums. Located just half a block from Wilfrid Laurier's primary campus, and only five minutes on foot from University of Waterloo, its tough to find a better location for students in all of Waterloo! This sleek and contemporarily styled building boasts numerous on-site amenities, including a workout centre, a social lounge equipped with smart TVs, stainless appliances, insuite laundry, high-end finishes and open concept floor plans. Please note due to covid restrictions photos are stock photos from the builder. Parking available to rent directly from Sage. (id:30922)
Your opportunity to own this very clean and spacious corner unit condo! As you walk in you will be greeted with an open concept living room and dining room area with very bright windows on both sides! There is a walk out from the dining room to a large private balcony. The kitchen boasts plenty of modern white cabinetry including a pantry with roll out doors, and complete with dinette area. There are 2 very spacious bedrooms featuring a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom! In addition, there is another full bathroom and a laundry room with some additional storage room. This condo comes with an underground parking space and storage locker. The building itself is very quiet and well maintained. Additional amenities include a games room, party room, and workshop area. All located in an excellent quiet Waterloo location very close to both universities, buses, shopping and the LRT. Just move in and enjoy carefree living! (id:30922)
This four-level Lakeshore sidesplit is a must see. The owners have kept it well maintained and it is very clean. The backyard features a deck and the yard is a generous space for children to play, for building an entertainment space for adults and children alike and/or for the gardener to start with a blank slate. The welcome is the large foyer with inside access from the attached garage. At the same level is a laundry room also a bedroom behind the garage. Just a few steps up is the living room, dining room and kitchen with garden doors to the deck. The upper level has three bedrooms and the master bath. At the lower level is the rec room, a full bathroom and the utility room. The roof shingles were replaced in 2019, air conditioner added in 2017 and the furnace and windows were replaced about 7 years ago. Cardill is a quiet crescent in the heart of Waterloo and close to an abundance of amenities including public transportation, public and catholic schools, the University of Waterloo & Wilfred Laurier University. (id:30922)
Looking to live in Uptown Waterloo? Here's your chance to own a condo at the historic Seagram Lofts. This one bedroom plus den is perfect for entertaining! This open concept plan offers floor to ceiling windows with a juliette balcony overlooking the street. The main floor has 2 closets in the foyer, a 2pc bathroom, a den which can be used as an extra bedroom or office space. The kitchen offers lots of cabinetry, breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. There is also a dining area and great room where you can sit and enjoy your uptown view! Upstairs is a spacious master bedroom, 4pc ensuite and large walk in closet, the laundry with stackable washer and dryer is also on this level. This unit comes with custom floor to ceiling remote controlled blinds, your own locker for those extra storage items and a garage which is just outside the main entry. Also included is access to your rooftop patio where you can barbecue or sit and enjoy the sunshine and take in the amazing view! There is also access to a guest suite, bike storage, fully equipped gym and games room. You are walking distance to so many shops, great restaurants, parks, walking trails, the LRT and so much more! (id:30922)
LEGAL DUPLEX! Turnkey! Great investment opportunity to live in and rent out or take full advantage of this booming rental market! Upper unit offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Gleaming hardwood, laminate & ceramics throughout. Eat-in Kitchen updated 2014 offering maple cabinetry, attractive ceramic backsplash, double stainless steel sinks, fridge, stove & dishwasher. Living room offers attractive space to entertain family enjoyed by large picturesque window overlooking mature streetscape. 3 decent sized bedrooms & 4pc bathroom updated 2014. Lower unit offers 1 bedroom, large eat-in kitchen with oak cabinetry, double stainless steel sinks, fridge & stove. Ceramic & laminate flooring though out. Gorgeous gas stove(2018) in unit offers wonderful warmth to cozy living space. Unit offers 3pc bathroom updated 2014. Laundry room is located in lower level w/ washer & gas dryer for both units to enjoy. Each unit has separate entrance. Beautiful, private fenced backyard backing onto walking trails & nature. Patio area, fire pit & gardens to enjoy as well and there are only Neighbors on one side of home. Some newer windows (2018) Roof(2013) Parking for 4 cars. Close to schools, walking trails, both universities, shopping, bus routes! (id:30922)
This bright and beautiful raised bungalow, located in a great neighbourhood, is a phenomenal investment opportunity with RMU-20 zoning (Residential Mix Use). Not only is it great for investors such as parents buying for their kids going to university, but also young families looking to help supplement their mortgage, multi-generational families looking for an in-law suite setup or rental income - plenty of possible uses! The house is supremely located in close proximity to both Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, elementary and high schools, shopping and all other amenities, this location is ideal for everyone! Upon entry, there are beautiful hardwood stairs to the main floor and the basement. The entire home includes laminate flooring (2018/19), new pot lights, lots of windows and spacious rooms! The main floor features big windows bringing light into the freshly painted living room, a kitchen, stacked laundry (2019), 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, a breakfast nook, and access to a beautiful 3 seasons sunroom. The finished basement with two separate entries through the garage and also through the laundry room, includes 2 bedrooms, a living/rec room, a kitchenette, extra storage under the stairs, stacked laundry (2019), and 1 bath with a stunning glass standing shower. With a recently replaced furnace (2019) and owned water softener, the amenities are in excellent condition! This house is move-in ready, easy to show and has a flexible closing! (id:30922)
6 Bedroom2 Bathroom
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