This one's priced above recent comparable sales, and price reduced $30k. Here's everything I've got — ask me anything about it.
Guelph · Dovercliffe Park/Old University
258 Water Street
Detached
MLS® #X13674044
Listed for$749,900$779,900↓Price reduced from $779,90026 days on market
2 bed 1 bath 2 parking 700-1100 sq ft~$833/sq ft
Price reduced $30K
26 days on market
5 schools within 1 km
Transit stop ~150 m
Free · about 10 seconds
Is $749,900 a fair price?
Our read: it’s priced above recent comparable sales — based on 26 sales nearby. Sign in free to see exactly how far above it is, plus the full range comparable homes sold in.
Est. all-in monthly~$3,805/momortgage + property tax + maintenance · 20% down · example rate (compounded semi-annually) — the math on the list price, not a quote or what you can afford. For real rates, Alex can connect you with a mortgage pro.
Nearby rental listings are facts. Whether it works as a rental is a chat with Alex — not a number I’ll put on it.
Schools
Schools near this home, closest first by straight-line distance. These are factual locations — AskEmma doesn’t rate or rank schools.
Meezan SchoolPrivate · Elementary & Secondary · ..0.2 km
Cornerstone Christian SchoolPrivate · Elementary & Secondary · ..0.5 km
John McCrae Public SchoolPublic · Elementary & Secondary · Upper Grand DSB0.6 km
Guelph Montessori SchoolPrivate · Elementary & Secondary · ..0.7 km
Guelph Community Christian SchoolPrivate · Elementary & Secondary · ..0.8 km
Centennial Collegiate and Vocational InstitutePublic · Secondary · Upper Grand DSB1.1 km
Locations: Open Database of Educational Facilities (ODEF), Statistics Canada v2.1 (2022) · Open Government Licence – Canada. School locations as of 2022 — confirm current catchment and enrolment with the school board. For official provincial results, check EQAO.
Getting around
Public transit near this home, by straight-line distance. Factual locations from OpenStreetMap — not walking time, and not a rating.
Edinburgh at Water southboundNearest transit · Bus stop~150 m
Guelph Central StationNearest GO / rail · GO / regional rail~1.6 km
Source: TRREB sold data via Repliers · all property types
Neighbourhood demographics — Guelph
143,740Population (2021)
38.4Median age
$93,000Median household income
65.7%Home owners
34.3%Renters
2.5Avg household size
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census
Description & details
Incredible Development Opportunity in the Heart of Guelph! A rare, turnkey development site ready for its next visionary owner. City-approved severance allows for the construction of two new semi-detached dwellings, each permitting up to three residential units, for a total of six units. This property presents an exceptional opportunity for investors and builders alike, whether you're targeting student housing or long-term rental income in a high-demand market. With approvals already in place, much of the heavy lifting has been done-allowing you to move forward with confidence and efficiency. Ideal for maximizing density and cash flow, this is a prime chance to capitalize on Guelph's strong rental demand and continued growth. Opportunities like this are rare-don't miss your chance to build and invest with certainty. Eligible for CMHC MLI Select Financing.
The data only goes so far — condition, light and layout are worth seeing in person, with a home inspection, before you commit.
Listed by RE/MAX Icon Realty. Showings via AskEmma by Alex Goodman, Sales Representative, RE/MAX Your Community Realty, Brokerage.