- Bedrooms
- 5+2
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Size
- 2,500–3,000sq ft
- Per sq ft
- $501at the range’s middle
- Lot
- 33.5 x 136 ft
- Tax a year
- $8,7312026 tax year
- Built
- 0-5
- Parking
- 61 attached
- Days on market
- Members
The brief
About 498 Karn St
498 Karn St is a 5+2-bedroom, 6-bathroom duplex in Kitchener, listed for sale at an asking price of $1,379,000 (MLS® X13865420).
Duplex PLUS an In-Law Suite! Own a large custom-built duplex plus a separate 2-bedroom in-law suite, offering nearly 4,000 sq. ft. of finished living space across three levels. Thoughtfully designed for multi-generational living, extended family, or investors looking for multiple income streams. The property features three distinct living spaces, including a 1,539 sq. ft. 3-bedroom unit and two 2-bedroom living spaces measuring approximately 1,162 sq. ft. and 1,284 sq. ft. The 1,284 sq. ft. lower-level in-law suite has its own separate side entrance and will be vacant on closing.All three units feature 9-ft ceilings, two full bathrooms, dedicated laundry, large windows, quartz countertops and backsplashes, and their own primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. Each unit is separately metered for gas, hydro and water, providing straightforward utility management.Quality construction and materials are evident throughout, including Safe'n'Sound acoustic insulation between units for improved sound separation. Large windows bring plenty of natural light into all levels, including the lower-level suite. All appliances are included.Outside, enjoy two large decks and parking for six vehicles. There is also no rented equipment to assume.Whether you're looking for a multi-generational home with rental income, a property with strong investment potential, or a turnkey multi-unit rental, this is a substantial, purpose-built property designed with functionality, privacy and long-term durability in mind.
Insights
Condition Score
Good73/1001 documented update signal
Source: Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The home
Key facts
- Tax
- $8,731 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X13865420
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Building Age
- 0-5
- Days on market
- Size
- 2500-3000 sqft
- Lot Size
- 33.5 x 136 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Attached, 6 Parking
Property details
Property
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Municipality
- Kitchener
Building
- Size
- 2500-3000 sqft
- Building Age
- 0-5
- Construction
- Brick
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 5+2
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 4pc 2nd, 1 × 5pc 2nd, 1 × 4pc Main, 1 × 5pc Main, 2 × 4pc Bsmt
- Basement Type
- Finished
- Kitchens
- 2
Parking
- Garage Type
- Attached
- Garage
- 1
- Additional Parking
- 5
- Total Parking
- 6
Utilities
- Water
- Municipal
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
Land
- Sewer
- Sewers
- Frontage
- 33.5 ft
- Depth
- 136 ft
- Lot Size
- 33.5 x 136 ft
Additional
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Fireplace
- No
- Pool
- None
- Den
- No
- Family room
- No
- Extras
- Refrigerators x3, stove x3 dishwasher x3, washer & dryer x3, garage door opener
Rooms
| Room | Size | Features | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living | 4.11 × 4.27 m | Open Concept, Balcony | 2nd |
| Kitchen | 2.92 × 4.11 m | — | 2nd |
| Primary | 3.15 × 3.86 m | 4 Pc Ensuite | 2nd |
| Bathroom | 1.52 × 3.43 m | 4 Pc Ensuite | 2nd |
| Br | 2.26 × 3.35 m | — | 2nd |
| Bathroom | 3.15 × 3.86 m | 5 Pc Ensuite | 2nd |
| 2nd Br | 3.35 × 4.17 m | — | 2nd |
| Laundry | 1.83 × 1.83 m | — | 2nd |
| Living | 4.11 × 4.27 m | — | Main |
| Kitchen | 2.92 × 4.11 m | — | Main |
| Primary | 3.1 × 3.66 m | — | Main |
| Bathroom | 1.52 × 3.35 m | 4 Pc Ensuite | Main |
| Br | 2.29 × 3.35 m | — | Main |
| Bathroom | 1.52 × 3.35 m | 5 Pc Bath | Main |
| Laundry | 1.63 × 1.65 m | — | Main |
| Primary | 3.1 × 3.68 m | — | Bsmt |
| Kitchen | 3.94 × 6.38 m | — | Bsmt |
| Bathroom | 1.52 × 3.35 m | 4 Pc Ensuite | Bsmt |
| Br | 2.03 × 3.4 m | — | Bsmt |
| Bathroom | 1.52 × 3.35 m | 5 Pc Bath | Bsmt |
| Laundry | 1.6 × 1.7 m | — | Bsmt |
Listing history
Buy/sell history for 498 Karn St, Kitchener, Ontario
Sale history on this site covers the last 2 years, the window permitted under the TRREB MLS® VOW agreement.
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $1,379,000 | N/A | For Sale | X13865420 |
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The numbers
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Mortgage Details
4.8% · 5-year term · 25-year amortization · 20% down
- Total down payment
- $275,800
- Total mortgage amount
- $1,103,200
- Total interest payment
- $784,400
- Total purchase cost
- $2,163,400
- Mortgage payment
- $6,292/mo
Cash Flow Analysis
If you rented this home out at 20% down
Break-even down payment
—Monthly carrying cost
$7,020- Rent $0
- Shortfall $7,020
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Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $24,055
- Total land transfer tax
- $24,055
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $20,055
See how this is worked out
- 0.5% on the first $55,000
- $275
- 1.0% from $55,000 to $250,000
- $1,950
- 1.5% from $250,000 to $400,000
- $2,250
- 2.0% from $400,000 to $1,379,000
- $19,580
- Ontario total
- $24,055
An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.
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Comparable sales
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The land
Lot
- Lot area
- 4,556 sq ft423 m²
- Street frontage
- 33.5 ft10.2 m
- Depth
- 136 ft41.5 m
The area is the frontage multiplied by the depth, so boundaries are approximate. Confirm with a survey before you buy.
Source: the MLS® listing record, measured by MPAC.
Land and environment
Public records about this location. Not part of the MLS® listing and not provided by the listing brokerage.
Water and conservation2
- No mapped wetland within 120 m120 m
- No water-supply well recorded within 250 m3 test or monitoring holes also recorded.250 m
Province of Ontario open data
Planning and building activity2
- Outside the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine and Niagara Escarpment plan areasAt the address
- Nearest airport: 10.0 km10 km
Province of Ontario open data
Around the home2
- Nearest rail line: 380 m380 m
- A trail on the Ontario trail network within 1 km1 km
Province of Ontario open data
Environmental records4
- No licensed pit or quarry within 2 km2 km
- No recorded oil, gas or salt well within 250 m250 m
- No facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment CanadaThe nearest is AirBoss of America Corp. — RUBBER SOLUTIONS DIVISION, 1.3 km away. Only facilities above the inventory’s reporting thresholds are listed.1 km
- No federal contaminated site within 1 kmThe federal inventory covers federal land only; it says nothing about provincial or private sites.1 km
Province of Ontario open data · Government of Canada open data
Power and internet3
- Electricity is distributed here by Enova Power Corp.At the address
- Wired internet 50/10 Mbps or faster is listed at this locationFixed wireless 50/10 Mbps or faster. LTE mobile coverage listed. ISED’s National Broadband Data at the nearest household point (20 m from the listing); 50/10 Mbps is its top category and includes faster plans. Confirm with a provider for this address.At the address
- Across the surrounding area: fibre to the home, cable, DSL internet listedFibre to the home: Bell, Rogers. Cable: Rogers. DSL: Bell. Fixed wireless: Bell, Netflash Internet Solutions, Rogers, Vianet, Waterloo Wireless, Xplore. Mobile: Bell, Freedom Mobile, Rogers, Telus. Satellite: Xplore. ISED’s list for the surrounding ~25 km² area; check with a provider for this address.Area-wide
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The market
Multiplexes for sale in Kitchener right now
- For sale now
- 18
- Median asking price
- $739K
- New in 7 days
- 1
- Price cuts
- 33%
Middle half: $642K to $900K
5 in 28 days
6 listings
This home is asking 87% above the median, higher than three quarters of them.
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The street
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Transit nearby
| Station | Lines | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grand River Hospital | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 1.8 km |
| Allen | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 1.9 km |
| Central Station - Innovation District | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 2.1 km |
| Willis Way | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 2.2 km |
| Kitchener GO | GO Transit train: Kitchener | 2.7 km |
The nearest subway, light rail, train, bus rapid transit stations 5 km, as the crow flies. Source: GO Transit schedule data (GTFS) from Metrolinx under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx; GRT ION stops map layer from the Region of Waterloo under the Region of Waterloo Open Data Licence, downloaded October 18, 2026. Data used in this product or service is provided with the permission of Metrolinx. Metrolinx makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to the Data and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or currency of the data used in this product or service. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario – Metrolinx. Contains information provided by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo under licence.
Schools nearby
| Elementary | Type | Distance | EQAO average 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades JK–8 | 100 m | 57%Grade 6 average |
| Westmount Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades JK–6 · French Immersion | 800 m | 73%Grade 6 average |
| St John Catholic Elementary SchoolWaterloo CDSB | Catholic · grades JK–8 | 1.2 km | 56%Grade 6 average |
| École élémentaire L'HarmonieConseil scolaire Viamonde | French-language public · grades JK–8 | 3.4 km | 84%Grade 6 average |
| Secondary | Type | Distance | Grade 9 math 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 1.7 km | 73%Grade 9 math |
| Forest Heights Collegiate InstituteWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades 9–12 | 1.9 km | 48%Grade 9 math |
| Resurrection Catholic Secondary SchoolWaterloo CDSB | Catholic · grades 9–12 | 2.1 km | 57%Grade 9 math |
| École secondaire David Saint-JacquesConseil scolaire Viamonde | French-language public · grades 9–12 | 8.7 km | 70%Grade 9 math |
EQAO: share of students at or above the provincial standard, 2024–25 (Ontario open data). These are the schools nearest this home, not the schools it is assigned to: boundaries change, and some schools take students by application. Confirm with the board before you buy. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.
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