Welcome to 48 Ellis Avenue, Kitchener Zoned RES-4 | Room to Grow | Live, Rent, or Build Looking for a move-in ready home with major upside?
A charming 1.5-storey home on a generous lot in a central Kitchener neighbourhood. Whether you're an investor, multi-gen family, or savvy buyer with big dreams, this property checks a lot of boxes. 2+1 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | Detached Garage | Large Yard Here’s what you’ll love: Two bright bedrooms upstairs and a third bedroom in the finished basement—perfect for guests, teens, or tenants Separate side entrance leads directly to the basement—ideal setup for a future in-law suite or mortgage helper 3 bathrooms total: a 3-piece upstairs, a 2-piece on the main, and another 3-piece in the basement Lower-level kitchenette with bonus fridge—great for extended family or future in-law suite potential Detached garage and ample driveway parking Fresh and clean throughout, with neutral finishes and ready-for-you vibes Large backyard—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or future development Zoning: RES-4 – This is where it gets exciting! This property is zoned to allow up to 4 Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs). That means real potential to add value, create passive income, or build a flexible multi-unit living solution. 48 Ellis Avenue isn't just a home—it's a launching pad. Whether you're buying your first property, house-hacking, or setting up your investment future, this home offers location, layout, and long-term value potential. Curious about the possibilities? Call or text your REALTORS®
114 - Uptown Waterloo/North Ward, 1 - Waterloo East
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:2/Half:1)
Lot Details:
45 x 120.9
Lot Depth:
120'11"36.9 m
Lot Frontage:
45'13.7 m
Frontage Type:
East
Kitchens:
2
Home Style:
1.5 Storey
County Or Parish:
Waterloo
Property Attached:
Detached
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Construction:
Aluminum Siding, Brick
Basement:
Full, Finished
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Roof:
Asphalt Shing
Number of Buildings:
1
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Total Floor Area:
1,182 sq. ft.110 m2
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
Finished Area Above Grade:
1,182 sq. ft.110 m2
Fireplace:
false
Laundry Features:
In Basement
Water Supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer (Municipal)
Cooling:
Central Air
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer,Second Fridge In Basement
Water Softener, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Ceiling Fan(s), In-law Capability
Deck, Porch
false
No
Heading South on Weber Street, turn Left onto Guelph Street, and Left again onto Ellis Avenue.
No
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Dining Room
14'4.27 m × 11'6"3.51 m
Main Floor
Living Room
13'3.96 m × 11'4"3.45 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
12'2"3.71 m × 11'2"3.40 m
Main Floor
Office
11'4"3.45 m × 10'3.05 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
13'3"4.04 m × 8'7"2.62 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom Primary
13'6"4.11 m × 12'10"3.91 m
Basement
Kitchen
10'1"3.07 m × 5'1"1.55 m
Basement
Bedroom
11'6"3.51 m × 10'7"3.23 m
Basement
Utility Room
11'5"3.48 m × 10'9"3.28 m
Basement
Recreation Room
14'7"4.44 m × 10'1"3.07 m
Basement
Other
8'8"2.64 m × 6'1"1.85 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
8'1" x 6' 2-Piece
2nd Floor
No
3
8' x 5'10" 3-Piece
Basement
No
3
10'11" x 6'5" 3-Piece
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included
Association Fee 2 Frequency:
Monthly
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Condo Corporation:
No
Zoning:
RES-4
Exposure / Faces:
South, West
Lot Site Features:
Urban, Irregular Lot, Dog Park, City Lot, Near Golf Course, Hospital, Library, Park, Place of Worship, Playground Nearby, Public Transit, Rec./Community Centre, Schools, Shopping Nearby, Trails
Features:
Attached Garage: No, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Garage Spaces:
1.0
Parking Places Covered:
1.0
Parking:
Detached Garage, Paver Block
# Of Total Parking Spaces:
5.0
# Of Open Parking Spaces:
4.0
Driveway Parking:
Private Drive Single Wide
Total Units:
1
Listed Date:
Jul 11, 2025
View of front of property with a gate and brick siding
View of front of property featuring an outdoor structure, a detached garage, brick siding, driveway, and a front yard
Doorway to property with brick siding
Bungalow featuring brick siding and a front lawn
Entryway with hardwood / wood-style flooring, a textured ceiling, healthy amount of natural light, and crown molding
Office space featuring wood-type flooring, ornamental molding, and a textured ceiling
Living area with crown molding, wood finished floors, and a textured ceiling
Living area with ornamental molding, a textured ceiling, and wood finished floors
Living area featuring crown molding, wood finished floors, and a textured ceiling
Living area with crown molding, wood finished floors, and a textured ceiling
Office space with ornamental molding and wood finished floors
Full bathroom with vanity, crown molding, and tile patterned floors
Kitchen with stainless steel dishwasher, crown molding, dark countertops, hardwood / wood-style floors, and french doors
Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, under cabinet range hood, dark countertops, plenty of natural light, and crown molding
Dining space with ornamental molding, light wood-style flooring, a chandelier, ceiling fan, and french doors
Dining area with ornamental molding, hardwood / wood-style floors, a ceiling fan, and a chandelier
Kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, under cabinet range hood, plenty of natural light, dark countertops, and crown molding
Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, under cabinet range hood, dark countertops, ceiling fan, and white cabinetry
Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, backsplash, light tile patterned floors, and white cabinets
Kitchen featuring appliances with stainless steel finishes, light tile patterned floors, white cabinets, and ornamental molding
Kitchen featuring appliances with stainless steel finishes, under cabinet range hood, dark countertops, light tile patterned floors, and white cabinetry
Bedroom featuring wood finished floors, ceiling fan, and vaulted ceiling
Bedroom with lofted ceiling, wood finished floors, and ceiling fan
Bedroom featuring wood finished floors, vaulted ceiling, and ceiling fan
Corridor featuring lofted ceiling, wood finished floors, and an upstairs landing
Full bathroom with lofted ceiling, walk in shower, tile patterned flooring, and vanity
Full bath with walk in shower, tile patterned flooring, vaulted ceiling, and vanity
Bedroom featuring lofted ceiling and wood finished floors
Bedroom featuring light wood finished floors and lofted ceiling
Hall featuring an upstairs landing, attic access, and light wood-style flooring
Bedroom featuring light wood-style flooring and baseboards
Bedroom with light wood-style floors and baseboards
Walk in closet with carpet floors
Below grade area with stacked washer and clothes dryer and light tile patterned flooring
Basement featuring a textured ceiling and baseboards
Photo 36 of 50
Kitchen with freestanding refrigerator, white cabinets, and light tile patterned flooring
Kitchen with white cabinetry, light tile patterned floors, and light countertops
Full bathroom featuring a shower stall, vanity, and tile patterned flooring
Garage featuring decorative driveway and a gate
Fenced backyard featuring a storage unit, outdoor dining area, and a deck
Fenced backyard featuring a storage shed and a deck
Back of house with a wooden deck, a chimney, a fenced backyard, brick siding, and french doors
Fenced backyard featuring a storage shed
Back of house featuring a deck, entry steps, a chimney, french doors, and outdoor dining space
Deck featuring outdoor dining space, a shed, and a fenced backyard
Wooden terrace with entry steps and a fenced backyard
Data was last updated July 13, 2025 at 03:50 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
33
Avg list price:
$675,000
Min list price:
$394,900
Max list price:
$1,595,000
Avg days on market:
31
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
172
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$515.93
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
114 - Uptown Waterloo/North Ward. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.