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Waterloo · Waterloo Region

256 Shakespeare Drive

Detached

MLS® #X13867456

Listed for$1,150,0001 day on market

4 bed 3 bath 6 parking 2000-2500 sq ft~$511/sq ft

New this week
Listing states: renovated
2 schools within 1 km
Transit stop ~600 m

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Est. all-in monthly~$5,934/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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2 schools within ~1 km · nearest transit stop ~0.6 km

Property information

What house buyers ask first

Lot size: 74.77 × 133 ft
Square footage: 2000-2500 sq ft
Property tax: $7,004 / yr
Parking: 6 spaces · Attached
Basement: Full, Unfinished

Property summary

Property type: Detached
Style: 2-Storey
Lot size: 74.77 × 133 ft
Parking: 6 spaces · Attached
Heating: Forced Air
Air conditioning: Central Air
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Kitchens: 1
Exterior: Aluminum Siding, Brick
Property tax: $7,004 / yr
MLS®: X13867456

As stated by the MLS®, nothing inferred.

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The numbers that matter

Property tax: $7,004/yr
Est. all-in: ~$5,934/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.

Centennial (Waterloo) Public SchoolPublic · Secondary · Waterloo Region DSB0.4 km
Keatsway Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · Waterloo Region DSB0.4 km
Mary Johnston Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · Waterloo Region DSB1.4 km
Empire Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · Waterloo Region DSB1.6 km
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary SchoolCatholic · Elementary & Secondary · Waterloo CDSB1.6 km
MacGregor Public SchoolPublic · Elementary & Secondary · Waterloo Region DSB2.0 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.

University Ave. / WestmountNearest transit · Bus stop~600 m
WaterlooNearest GO / rail · GO / regional rail~3.9 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 — Waterloo

$538KMedian sold

35Median days on market

100.1%Sale-to-list

Median sold price · Waterloo1-yr -24% · 3-yr —

Source: TRREB sold data via Repliers · all property types

Neighbourhood demographics — Waterloo

121,436Population (2021)

36Median age

$94,000Median household income

61.3%Home owners

38.7%Renters

2.5Avg household size

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census

Description & details

Nestled on one of Waterloo's most sought-after streets in prestigious Beechwood, this beautifully two-storey home offers over 2,200 sq. ft. of well-designed living space on a private, mature 74' x 133' lot . Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, including a renovated primary ensuite with a walk-in shower, this home is perfect for growing families. The bright chef's kitchen boasts a large centre island, breakfast bar, and overlooks the inviting family room with skylights. Enjoy hardwood flooring, generous principal rooms, a convenient main-floor laundry, and a unfinished lower level ideal for future recreation room. Step outside to the backyard surrounded by mature trees, offering exceptional privacy for entertaining or relaxing. Located in the highly desirable Beechwood community, residents have the opportunity to join the Beechwood Community Pool and Tennis Association. Just minutes from the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo Park, shopping, restaurants, scenic walking trails, and top-rated public and Catholic schools. Quick access to transit, the ION LRT. A rare opportunity to own a family home in one of Waterloo's premier neighbourhoods.

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

Listed by ENGEL & VOLKERS TORONTO CENTRAL. Showings via AskEmma by Alex Goodman, Sales Representative, RE/MAX Your Community Realty, Brokerage.