256 Shakespeare Drive, Waterloo, ON N2L 2T6
Waterloo, ON N2L 2T6
Quick cost estimateKnown monthly subtotal$5,934.41 / monthLand transfer tax $19,475One-time estimate
Quick cost estimate
$5,934.41 / monthKnown monthly subtotal
- Mortgage principal & interest
- $5,350.77
- Property tax / month
- $583.65
- Maintenance / month
- Period / amount not reported
Assumes 20% down, 5% annual interest and 25-year amortization. Illustrative rate, not a current quote.
Unknown expenses excluded. Mortgage insurance and closing costs are excluded; add insurance and utilities in the assumptions.
Land transfer tax · one time
- Transfer tax total
- $19,475
Before rebates, surcharges and fees. Not part of the monthly subtotal.
Tax assumptions & breakdown
Toronto municipal land transfer tax does not apply to this listing outside the City of Toronto.
- Ontario tax
- $19,475
- Toronto municipal tax
- $0
Current purchase scenario, before rebates, foreign-buyer taxes and fees. Confirm residence classification. Not historical tax paid; excluded from the monthly subtotal.
Ontario rates · Toronto rates (April 2026)
Eligible first-time purchasers may qualify for an Ontario land transfer tax refund of up to $4,000. Toronto buyers may also qualify for a separate municipal rebate of up to $4,475. Eligibility varies and these maximums are not guaranteed savings. See official eligibility links and details.
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About this home
Nestled on one of Waterloo's most sought-after streets in prestigious Beechwood, this beautifully two-storey home offers over 2,200 sq. ft. of well-designed living space on a private, mature 74' x 133' lot . Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, including a renovated primary ensuite with a walk-in shower, this home is perfect for growing families. The bright chef's kitchen boasts a large centre island, breakfast bar, and overlooks the inviting family room with skylights. Enjoy hardwood flooring, generous principal rooms, a convenient main-floor laundry, and a unfinished lower level ideal for future recreation room. Step outside to the backyard surrounded by mature trees, offering exceptional privacy for entertaining or relaxing. Located in the highly desirable Beechwood community, residents have the opportunity to join the Beechwood Community Pool and Tennis Association. Just minutes from the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo Park, shopping, restaurants, scenic walking trails, and top-rated public and Catholic schools. Quick access to transit, the ION LRT. A rare opportunity to own a family home in one of Waterloo's premier neighbourhoods.
Home details
- Days on market
- Not reported
- Property type
- Detached
- MLS® number
- X13867456
- Source status
- New
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Postal code
- N2L 2T6
- Kitchens
- 1
- Kitchens above grade
- 1
- Family room / den
- Yes
- Interior size (reported range)
- 2000-2500
- Lot depth
- 133 ft
- Garage parking spaces
- Not reported
- Total parking spaces
- 6
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession type
- Flexible
- Garage
- Attached
- Annual property tax
- 7003.75
- Basement
- Full, Unfinished
- Interior features
- Auto Garage Door Remote, Water Softener
- Architectural style
- 2-Storey
- Parking features
- Private Double
- Pool features
- Community
- Fireplace
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Garage available
- Yes
- Heating system
- Forced Air
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Direction facing
- North
- Construction materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- MLS entry age (not confirmed DOM)
- 31 days
These details come from the listing source. Please confirm measurements and fees before making a decision.
Utilities and services
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heating system
- Forced Air
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
A reported service is not necessarily included in rent or maintenance. Missing information does not mean a service is absent.
Rooms & virtual tours
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- Bedrooms above grade
- 4
- Rooms above grade
- 12
- Den / family room reported
- Yes
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Listing dates & price record
- Asking amount
- $1,150,000
Original MLS entry
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Schools, transit & everyday places
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Nearby publicly funded schools
Within 5 km · approximate straight-line distances, not walking routes or attendance eligibility.
School year 2024-2025 · Preliminary · publisher extract 2026-09-14.
Centennial (Waterloo) Public School ↗
Elementary · 7-8 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
141 Amos Ave, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
No published percentages for these measures in this source record.
Keatsway Public School ↗
Elementary · JK-6 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
323 Keats Way, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 79%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 69%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 69%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 84%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 79%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 50%
Mary Johnston Public School ↗
Elementary · JK-6 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
475 Brynhurst Blvd, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 83%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 79%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 81%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 98%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 98%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 72%
Empire Public School ↗
Elementary · JK-6 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
83 Empire St, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 86%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 70%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 70%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 87%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 90%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 52%
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School ↗
Elementary · JK-8 · English · Catholic
55 Roslin Ave S, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 71%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 54%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 64%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 83%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 83%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 45%
MacGregor Public School ↗
Elementary · 6-8 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
32 Central St, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
No published percentages for these measures in this source record.
Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School ↗
Elementary · JK-8 · English · Catholic
485 Thorndale Dr, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 71%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 68%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 66%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 92%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 85%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 58%
Westvale Public School ↗
Elementary · JK-6 · English · Public
Waterloo Region DSB
265 Westvale Dr, Waterloo
Reported assessment results · source workbook 2024-2025
Source workbook percentages, not an overall school rating. Confirm assessment periods with the Ministry. Values may be privacy-rounded or suppressed; 0% and 100% do not always mean none or all.
- Grade 3 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 82%
- Grade 3 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 76%
- Grade 3 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 69%
- Grade 6 Reading (at provincial standard)
- 87%
- Grade 6 Writing (at provincial standard)
- 84%
- Grade 6 Mathematics (at provincial standard)
- 42%
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Transit near this property
Published transit locations. Distances are straight-line estimates, not walking routes or travel times.
Rail & subway · within 5 km
- Kitchener GOGO Transit · Train4.6 km
Bus & streetcar · within 2 km
- University of Waterloo TerminalGO Transit · Bus1.4 km
- University of Waterloo TerminalGO Transit · Bus1.4 km
Sources & service information
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- GO Transit source · feed 2026-10-28 to 2026-11-27 · checked 2026-11-02 14:57:59 UTC · Licence · Agency website
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Nearby shops & amenities
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Home and neighbourhood overview
256 Shakespeare Drive, Waterloo, ON N2L 2T6, Waterloo is listed for sale as a Detached. The listing reports 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reported interior area of 2000-2500 (units not reported), kitchens reported as 1, parking spaces reported as 6. Asking price: $1,150,000. Occupancy is reported as Vacant. Review the Home details, room measurements and utility sections below to compare reported specifications; confirm important details with the listing brokerage. MLS® X13867456.
The Ministry’s school dataset lists Centennial (Waterloo) Public School approximately 398 m from the property’s mapped location. The published GO Transit feed includes Kitchener GO, approximately 4.6 km away.
Local context
The Ministry’s school dataset lists Centennial (Waterloo) Public School approximately 398 m from the property’s mapped location.
The published GO Transit feed includes Kitchener GO, approximately 4.6 km away.
Sources & distance notes
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Listing brokerage: ENGEL & VOLKERS TORONTO CENTRAL. Displayed by EnterHome Realty. Source: authorized IDX record, MLS® X13867456. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.