Your Next Move

Find a REALTOR® Find my Dream Home What’s my Home Worth?
197 SOUTHWOOD Drive Kitchener

197 SOUTHWOOD Drive, Kitchener

$825,000

  • 6
  • 2
1,735 Square Feet
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. Hardwood flooring under the carpet, like buried treasure. 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:58875)
  • Listing ID: 40850212
  • Property Type: Multi-family
  • Year Built: 1984
View Additional Photos

Schedule a Tour

Schedule a showing today, it is free, with no obligation. Cancel any time.

Make an Offer
Book a Showing
Get More Information

Talk to a Home Lifestyle Matchmaker

Use our neighbourhood guide to score the perfect match between your lifestyle and home. When ready to buy, we will put you in touch with a REALTOR® who specializes in Kitchener.

Details

  • Amenities Nearby: Airport, Golf Nearby, Place of Worship, Public Transit, Schools
  • Community Features: Community Centre
  • Equipment: Water Heater
  • Features: Paved driveway, Private Yard
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Rental Equipment: Water Heater
  • Structure: Shed
  • Transaction: For sale
  • Zoning Description: Res 2

Building

  • Appliances: Water softener, Window Coverings
  • BasementType: Full (Finished)
  • Basement Development: Finished
  • Constructed Date: 1984
  • Cooling: Central air conditioning
  • Exterior Finish: Aluminum siding, Brick
  • Fireplace Present: False
  • Foundation: Block
  • Bathrooms (Total): 2
  • Heating: Forced air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural gas
  • Size Interior: 1735 sqft
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Type: Duplex
  • Utility Water: Municipal water

Land

  • Access Type: Road access
  • Amenities: Airport, Golf Nearby, Place of Worship, Public Transit, Schools
  • Fence: Fence
  • Sewer: Municipal sewage system
  • Size Depth: 150 ft
  • Size Frontage: 50 ft
  • Size Irregular: 0.17
  • Size Total: 0.17 ac|under 1/2 acre

REALTOR® MLS®
Listing provided by RE/MAX SOLID GOLD REALTY (II) LTD.
MLS®, REALTOR®, and the associated logos are trademarks of the Canadian Real Estate Association.

Powered by REALTOR®
This REALTOR.ca listing content is owned and licensed by REALTOR® members of the Canadian Real Estate Association.

Request More Information

Want more information or schedule a showing? Let us put you in touch with one of our agents who specializes in .

    Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?
    YesNo

    You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

    This property for sale is located at 197 SOUTHWOOD Drive in Kitchener. It was last modified on August 27th 2026. Let us connect you with one of our real estate agents to schedule a viewing or to discover other Kitchener homes for sale.

    Terms of Use Agreement

    Terms of Use
    This website is operated by Royal LePage® Triland Realty, a brokerage who is a member of The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The content on this website is owned or controlled by CREA. By accessing this website, the user agrees to be bound by these terms of use as amended from time to time, and agrees that these terms of use constitute a binding contract between the user, Royal LePage® Triland Realty, and CREA.

    Copyright
    The content on this website is protected by copyright and other laws, and is intended solely for the private, non-commercial use by individuals. Any other reproduction, distribution or use of the content, in whole or in part, is specifically prohibited. Prohibited uses include commercial use, "screen scraping", "database scraping", and any other activity intended to collect, store, reorganize or manipulate the content of this website.

    Trademarks
    REALTOR®, REALTORS®, and the REALTOR® logo are certification marks that are owned by REALTOR® Canada Inc. and licensed exclusively to The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). These certification marks identify real estate professionals who are members of CREA and who must abide by CREA’s By-Laws, Rules, and the REALTOR® Code. The MLS® trademark and the MLS® logo are owned by CREA and identify the professional real estate services provided by members of CREA.

    Liability and Warranty Disclaimer
    The information contained on this website is based in whole or in part on information that is provided by members of CREA, who are responsible for its accuracy. CREA reproduces and distributes this information as a service for its members, and assumes no responsibility for its completeness or accuracy.

    Amendments
    Royal LePage® Triland Realty may at any time amend these Terms of Use by updating this posting. All users of this site are bound by these amendments should they wish to continue accessing the website, and should therefore periodically visit this page to review any and all such amendments.

    AgreeDecline

    Make an Offer

      Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?YesNo

      You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

      Your Offer

      Do you want to view this property first?YesNo

      Do you want to waive all conditions?YesNo

      Request an In-house Showing

        Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?YesNo

        You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

        Are you a real estate agent or REALTOR®?YesNo

        You've indicated that you are a REALTOR® looking to schedule an appointment. This is not a Royal LePage® Triland Realty property and we cannot schedule showing requests. Please contact the listing agent.

        When are you available?

        Request More Information

          Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?
          YesNo

          You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

          Let us find a Property to Match your Lifestyle

            Your Lifestyle Characteristics

            Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?

            YesNo

            You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

            Schedule an In-house Tour

              Not already working with a REALTOR®? If you are not working with a real estate agent, you can schedule a private viewing to tour this property with one of our professionals.

              Are you under contract with a real estate agent or REALTOR®?YesNo

              You've indicated that you are currently working with a REALTOR®. Please be advised that TRESA 2002 and supporting Rules and Regulations, restricts the amount of information that we are able to provide to you as a client of another Brokerage or REALTOR®. Therefore, any further information must be sought directly from your current REALTOR®.

              Are you a real estate agent or REALTOR®?YesNo

              You've indicated that you are a REALTOR® looking to schedule an appointment. This is not a Royal LePage® Triland Realty property and we cannot schedule showing requests. Please contact the listing agent.