- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Size
- 800–899sq ft
- Per sq ft
- $529at the range’s middle
- Tax a year
- $4,4012026 tax year
- Built
- 0-5
- Parking
- 11 underground
- Days on market
- Members
The brief
About 1203-55 Duke St
1203-55 Duke St is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in Kitchener, listed for sale at an asking price of $449,000 (MLS® X14149364).
Welcome to this corner unit , less than 5-year-old modern condo where luxury meets urban convenience in the heart of Downtown Kitchener. This bright and beautifully designed open-concept condo features stunning floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the entire space with natural light. The chef-inspired kitchen is a true show stopper, boasting a sleek quartz breakfast island, extensive drawer storage, premium stainless steel appliances, and a modern hood fan. The spacious living room seamlessly flows out to an oversized balcony-the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or a glass of wine while taking in breathtaking sunset views. The primary bedroom has a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious 4-piece ensuite bathroom featuring an oversized window. The second bedroom is equally bright and spacious,positioned steps away from an additional full 4-piece bathroom. Situated in an unbeatable location with a 95 Walk Score, you are just steps away from the ION LRT public transit, City Hall, Google Tech Hub, and a short walk to the beautiful Victoria Park. Enjoy instant access to top-tier restaurants, boutique shops, and local cafes, with quick proximity to the universities and Highway 7/8.Residents enjoy world-class, 5-star building amenities,including: Rooftop Running Track with spectacular city views Fitness Centre featuring a dedicated yoga area Sunbathing Terrace and outdoor BBQ areas for entertaining, Pet-Friendly Facilities including a dog run and pet washing station. Convenient Extras like a car wash station and secure bike storage. Peace of Mind with 24-hour security and your own dedicated underground parking spot. Don't miss the opportunity to experience modern urban luxury at its absolute best.
Insights
Condition Score
Fair66/1004 condition-related facts documented
Source: Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
Cashflow Quality
Shortfall24/100−$1,103/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)
Source: Median of 90 condos with 2 bedrooms for lease in Kitchener right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage, property tax and the condo fee.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The home
Key facts
- Tax
- $4,401 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X14149364
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Condo Apt
- Building Age
- 0-5
- Days on market
- Size
- 800-899 sqft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Underground, 1 Parking
Property details
Property
- Property Type
- Condo Apt
- Style
- 1 Storey/Apt
- Municipality
- Kitchener
Building
- Size
- 800-899 sqft
- Building Age
- 0-5
- Construction
- Brick
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 4pc Main, 1 × 4pc Main
- Basement Type
- None
- Kitchens
- 1
Parking
- Garage Type
- Underground
- Garage
- 1
- Additional Parking
- 0
- Total Parking
- 1
Utilities
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating Type
- Heat Pump
Additional
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Fireplace
- No
- Den
- No
- Family room
- No
- Extras
- Stainless Steal Fridge, S/S Stove/ S/S Dishwasher,S/S Diswasher, S/S Hood Fun. Front Load Washer and Dryer.
- Condo maint.
- $687
Rooms
| Room | Size | Features | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | 3.51 × 4.42 m | carpet free, Breakfast Area, Open Concept | Main |
| Living | 3.71 × 4.01 m | carpet free, W/O To Balcony, Open Concept | Main |
| Primary | 3.15 × 3.86 m | carpet free, 4 Pc Ensuite, W/I Closet | Main |
| Br | 3.23 × 3.66 m | carpet free, Window | Main |
Listing history
Buy/sell history for 1203-55 Duke 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 | $449,000 | N/A | For Sale | X14149364 |
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The numbers
Mortgage Calculator
Plan with the current asking price
CMHC insurance: not required at 20% down. Payments use Canadian semi-annual compounding.
Mortgage Details
4.8% · 5-year term · 25-year amortization · 20% down
- Total down payment
- $89,800
- Total mortgage amount
- $359,200
- Total interest payment
- $255,500
- Total purchase cost
- $704,500
- Mortgage payment
- $2,049/mo
Cash Flow Analysis
If you rented this home out at 20% down
Break-even down payment
63%Monthly carrying cost
$3,103- Rent $2,000
- Shortfall $1,103
Rental income opens at $2,000, the median asking rent of 90 comparable homes for lease in Kitchener. Type over it with the rent you expect. This is a planning tool, not advice.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $5,455
- Total land transfer tax
- $5,455
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $1,455
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 $449,000
- $980
- Ontario total
- $5,455
An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.
Estimate
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Market estimates use sold comparables and are available after you sign in and accept MLS® VOW terms.
The estimate is an automated value built from public and MLS® data. It is not an appraisal; ask Kassaundra Dobson, Broker of Record for a full comparative market analysis.
Comparable sales
Comparable sales require sign in
Closing prices and sold comps are available to registered visitors who accept MLS® VOW terms on this site.
The land
Land and environment
Public records about this location. Not part of the MLS® listing and not provided by the listing brokerage.
Water and conservation3
- No mapped wetland within 120 m120 m
- 1 water-supply well recorded within 250 m120 test or monitoring holes also recorded. From Ontario’s well records; locations can be approximate. The records do not show how this home gets its water. Wells nearby typically go down about 7.5 m.250 m
- Groundwater recorded about 4.6 m below ground nearbyThe middle water level in the well records within 500 m (340 records). It changes with the season and from spot to spot.500 m
Province of Ontario open data
Planning and building activity3
- Outside the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine and Niagara Escarpment plan areasAt the address
- 11 open development applications within 250 mAn application is a proposal: it may change, be refused or never be built.250 m
- Nearest airport: 7.4 km7.4 km
Province of Ontario open data · Municipal development applications
Around the home2
- Nearest rail line: 520 m520 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
- 1 facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment CanadaThe nearest is Krug Furniture Inc. — Seating, 570 m away. Facilities report to the National Pollutant Release Inventory above set thresholds; reporting a release is not a finding of harm.1 km
- 1 federal contaminated site within 1 kmAll of them are closed. The federal inventory covers federal land only, not 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 a household 50 m awayFixed wireless 50/10 Mbps or faster. LTE mobile coverage listed. ISED’s National Broadband Data at the nearest household point (50 m from the listing); 50/10 Mbps is its top category and includes faster plans. Confirm with a provider for this address.50 m
- 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
Ontario Energy Board · Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Each record is placed at the distance its own line states. None of it is an inspection of the property. Confirm anything that matters to you with the municipality, Grand River Conservation Authorityor the record’s publisher.
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The market
Condos for sale in Kitchener right now
- For sale now
- 158
- Median asking price
- $350K
- New in 7 days
- 15
- Price cuts
- 20%
Middle half: $300K to $399K
65 in 28 days
31 listings
This home is asking 28% above the median, higher than three quarters of them.
See all homes in KitchenerAsking prices and counts of the MLS® listings on this site as of today. Asking figures only, never sold or leased prices.
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The street
Map and tour
Transit nearby
| Station | Lines | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchener City Hall | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 50 m |
| Victoria Park | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 300 m |
| Queen | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 350 m |
| Frederick | GRT light rail: ION light rail | 350 m |
| Kitchener GO | GO Transit train: Kitchener | 500 m |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suddaby Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades JK–6 · French Immersion | 650 m | 79%Grade 6 average |
| King Edward Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades JK–6 | 1.3 km | 61%Grade 6 average |
| St John Catholic Elementary SchoolWaterloo CDSB | Catholic · grades JK–8 | 1.5 km | 56%Grade 6 average |
| École élémentaire L'HarmonieConseil scolaire Viamonde | French-language public · grades JK–8 | 2.6 km | 84%Grade 6 average |
| Secondary | Type | Distance | Grade 9 math 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Heights Collegiate InstituteWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades 9–12 | 1 km | 74%Grade 9 math |
| Kitchener Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational SchoolWaterloo Region DSB | Public · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 1.5 km | 73%Grade 9 math |
| St Mary's High SchoolWaterloo CDSB | Catholic · grades 9–12 | 4 km | 48%Grade 9 math |
| École secondaire David Saint-JacquesConseil scolaire Viamonde | French-language public · grades 9–12 | 6.6 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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