Property description for 197 Southwood Drive, Kitchener, ON N2E 2B2

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LEGAL DUPLEX in desirable Country Hills! An outstanding opportunity for investors, those who need an in-law suite already set up for multi-generational families, or buyers looking to offset mortgage costs with rental income. Ask your lender how potential income from the second unit may help increase your buying power. This spacious detached 4-level backsplit offers TWO separate 3-bedroom, 1-full bath units, plus a single garage and private outdoor spaces. The UPPER UNIT features some newer windows (2021), a bright kitchen with garden-door walkout to a private deck, and a primary bedroom with twin closets and ensuite privilege to the 4-piece bath with newer vanity, tile and toilet. The carpet-free LOWER UNIT was created/redone in 2015 and features a beautiful kitchen with modern cabinetry and twin sink, full 4-piece bath, low-maintenance laminate flooring, upgraded lower windows, and window well with a hinged leaf cover outside providing secondary egress. Sound-barrier insulation between units adds comfort and privacy. The spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet plus extra storage in the adjoining cold room. A basement WALKOUT with garden doors leads to a large patio and private, fully fenced backyard—ideal for kids and pets. A shed offers extra storage options. Additional features include 200-amp service in the garage, a 100-amp lower-level panel, new AC 2024, and newer garage door opener (2021). Enjoy a convenient Country Hills location close to schools, parks, community amenities, shopping, public transit and major commuter routes, with easy access throughout Kitchener-Waterloo and toward Highway 401. A versatile property offering space, income potential and long-term flexibility. Fully vacant and ready to rent. Improve your investment portfolio or get your start on the property ladder…book your showing today! (id:38686)

QUICK OVERVIEW

Built in 1984
$476 / Sq Ft
3 parking spaces
Central air conditioning
Forced air, Natural gas
0.17 acres lot

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Listing Agent Derek Villemaire

Listing Office RE/MAX Solid Gold Realty (ii) Ltd., 519-888-7110

Updated Friday, July 24, 2026 at 3:51:00 PM

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NEIGHBOURHOOD

About the Country Hills Neighbourhood

L'achat d'une maison dans Country Hills constitue une excellente option pour les acheteurs qui préfèrent un milieu de vie calme. Il existe une trentaine d'espaces verts publics à proximité, comme Peter Hallman Ball Yard et Steckle Woods, et ceux-ci sont très bien situés dans cette partie de Kitchener, ce qui en rend l'accès très facile. Le secteur plaira aussi aux acheteurs qui préfèrent les environnements silencieux, puisque le bruit lié à la circulation des voitures est rarement un problème.

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Car friendly

Accès excellent à des voies rapides et/ou des artères majeures, avec un très faible risque de problèmes de stationnement

Parks

Très grande superficie de parcs à quelques minutes de marche

Elementary Schools

Au moins une école primaire à moins de 15 minutes à pied

Quiet

Peu de sources de bruit à proximité

Groceries

Grande variété d'épiceries à quelques minutes en voiture, dont certaines à distance de marche

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Mortgage Payments for 197 Southwood Drive, Kitchener, ON N2E 2B2

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197 SOUTHWOOD DRIVE, KITCHENER, ON N2E 2B2