197 Southwood Drive, Kitchener ON

About 197 Southwood Drive

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 in 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:56071). Get more information on 197 Southwood Drive

Property Features

Appliances:  Water softener, Window Coverings
Features:  Paved driveway, Automatic Garage Door Opener, In-Law Suite
Rental Equipment:  Water Heater
Directions:  South off Century Hill
Zoning Description:  Res-2
Interior Size (Approximate):  1735 sqft
Fence:  Fence
Access:  Road access, Rail access
Lot (Approximate):  0.17 ac|under 1/2 acre 0.17
Exterior Finish:  Aluminum siding, Brick
Water:  Municipal water, Municipal sewage system
Heating / Cooling:   Natural gas / Central air conditioning
Age (Approximate):  1984
Constructed Date:  1984
Basement:  Full (Finished) Finished

Rooms & Sizes

(Approximate)

Bedroom Second level 12 10 x 8 11	Bedroom Second level 9 4 x 8 9	Primary Bedroom Second level 13 2 x 12 10
4pc Bathroom Second level 13 2 x 7 3	Bedroom Basement 9 5 x 8 6	Bedroom Basement 9 0 x 7 2
Primary Bedroom Basement 17 5 x 11 8	4pc Bathroom Lower level 8 8 x 5 6	Living room Lower level 20 11 x 15 11
Kitchen Lower level 10 7 x 8 10	Eat in kitchen Main level 17 5 x 9 6	Living room/Dining room Main level 26 1 x 12 0