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Kitchener · Waterloo Region

242 Southwood Drive

Detached

MLS® #X14143972

Listed for$688,8881 day on market

3 bed 2 bath 3 parking 1500-2000 sq ft~$394/sq ft

New this week
1 school within 1 km
Transit stop ~180 m

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Our read: it’s priced below recent comparable sales — based on 106 sales nearby. Sign in free to see exactly how far below it is, plus the full range comparable homes sold in.

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Measured against 106 recent comparable sales nearby — sign in free to see the range they sold in (boards require a verified email · VOW rules).

Est. all-in monthly~$3,604/momortgage + property tax + maintenance · 20% down · example rate (compounded semi-annually) — the math on the list price, not a quote or what you can afford. For real rates, Alex can connect you with a mortgage pro.

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1 school within ~1 km · nearest transit stop ~0.18 km

Property information

What house buyers ask first

Lot size: 47 × 114 ft
Square footage: 1500-2000 sq ft
Age: ~31-50 years old
Property tax: $4,780 / yr
Parking: 3 spaces · Attached
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Property summary

Property type: Detached
Style: Sidesplit 5
Approx. age: 31-50 years
Lot size: 47 × 114 ft
Parking: 3 spaces · Attached
Heating: Forced Air
Air conditioning: Central Air
Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Kitchens: 1
Exterior: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property tax: $4,780 / yr
MLS®: X14143972

As stated by the MLS®, nothing inferred.

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Below-comps first · all nearby homes shown, not just the good-value ones.

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The numbers that matter

Property tax: $4,780/yr
Est. all-in: ~$3,604/mo

Nearby rental listings are facts. Whether it works as a rental is a chat with Alex — not a number I’ll put on it.

Schools

Schools near this home, closest first by straight-line distance. These are factual locations — AskEmma doesn’t rate or rank schools.

Country Hills Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · Waterloo Region DSB0.5 km
St Mary's High SchoolCatholic · Secondary · Waterloo CDSB1.1 km
ÉÉC Cardinal-LégerCatholic · Elementary · French · CS catholique MonAvenir1.1 km
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Elementary SchoolCatholic · Elementary & Secondary · Waterloo CDSB1.2 km
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Elementary SchoolCatholic · Elementary & Secondary · Waterloo CDSB1.4 km
Alpine Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · Waterloo Region DSB1.5 km

Locations: Open Database of Educational Facilities (ODEF), Statistics Canada v2.1 (2022) · Open Government Licence – Canada. School locations as of 2022 — confirm current catchment and enrolment with the school board. For official provincial results, check EQAO.

Getting around

Public transit near this home, by straight-line distance. Factual locations from OpenStreetMap — not walking time, and not a rating.

Bleams / Century HillNearest transit · Bus stop~180 m
KitchenerNearest GO / rail · GO / regional rail~5.5 km

Locations: OpenStreetMap public-transit stops, © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open Database Licence (ODbL). Stop locations from OpenStreetMap — confirm current routes and service with the transit agency.

Community — Kitchener

$660KMedian sold

29Median days on market

100.8%Sale-to-list

Median sold price · Kitchener1-yr -1% · 3-yr —

Source: TRREB sold data via Repliers · all property types

Neighbourhood demographics — Kitchener

256,885Population (2021)

37.2Median age

$87,000Median household income

59.7%Home owners

40.3%Renters

2.6Avg household size

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census

Description & details

Welcome to 242 Southwood Drive, located in the family-friendly neighbourhood of Country Hills in Kitchener! This charming 5-level side split offers a warm and inviting layout, with plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy. Featuring hardwood floors, a beautifully updated kitchen with new cabinetry, floors and back-splash. This home blends character with thoughtful updates throughout. The walkout family room has a cozy fireplace and provides easy access to he outdoors, while the spacious recreation room offers additional flexibility for entertaining, a home gym, office or family gatherings. Step outside to enjoy the two-level deck, perfect for relaxing or hosting, surrounded by mature trees on a generous, wide lot. A standout feature is the 12' x 16' detached workshop, complete with hydro, its own pony panel and insulated walls, ideal for hobbies, projects or additional workspace. Recent updates include the kitchen cabinetry, flooring, backsplash and appliances (2022), basement bathroom (2020), basement carpeting (2020), extended deck (2025), new sliding door (2026), water softener (2024), and more. Additional features include dry crawl space storage and a powered gazebo. Set in a quiet, established neighbourhood known for its mature trees, excellent schools and welcoming community, with convenient access to everyday amenities. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy space, comfort and a great neighbourhood!

The data only goes so far — condition, light and layout are worth seeing in person, with a home inspection, before you commit.

Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE TERREQUITY REALTY. Showings via AskEmma by Alex Goodman, Sales Representative, RE/MAX Your Community Realty, Brokerage.