64 FRANCIS Street N

About this home.

Unlock the potential of this versatile mixed-use property in a prime downtown location, offering a rare opportunity to create a customized live/work environment or income-generating investment. The main floor commercial space, currently configured as a salon, provides a flexible layout ready to be reimagined for a variety of uses including professional office, boutique retail, studio space, or continued personal service operations. With strong street presence and on-site parking, this space is ideally positioned for a business looking to establish or grow in the downtown core. Above, the second-floor residential unit offers nearly 1,500 sq ft of living space, ideal for an owner-occupier or as a supplemental rental income stream. A welcoming foyer and staircase lead to an open-concept kitchen and dining area, an updated 3-piece bath, sunken living room, and a bedroom complemented by a versatile den that could function as a home office, walk-in closet, or potential second bedroom. What truly sets this property apart is the rare combination of extensive on-site parking, a double-car garage, and outdoor space. The generous rear parking area, front courtyard, and garage offer convenience for clients and residents, with potential for additional income through parking rentals in a high-demand downtown setting. The basement provides flexibility for storage, workspace, or future expansion. The property features a durable steel roof, heated eavestroughs with leaf guard, and updated windows, contributing to ease of ownership while allowing room to modernize and add value. Zoned SGA-3, it supports a wide range of permitted uses, making it ideal for investors, entrepreneurs, or owner-users. Based on projected market rents, the property presents an attractive income opportunity with an estimated cap rate in the ~5% range and clear upside potential. (id:59491)

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How this listing prices against Downtown Kitchener/East Ward.

Downtown Kitchener/East Ward had 9 sales and 83 active listings, making it one of the looser markets in the city. The average sale price was $703,767, close to the city median, but homes took 37 days to sell and closed at 96.65 percent of list, which signals slower absorption. This neighbourhood is clearly split between a firmer freehold segment and a much heavier condo inventory. Buyers have choice here, especially in apartments.

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