43.4427° N · 80.5212° W — Kitchener — MLS® #X13865420
498 Karn St
$1,379,000
Kitchener, Ontario N2M 2C1
- 5+2
- BedroomsBeds
- 6
- BathroomsBaths
- 2500-3000 sqft2500-3000
- SizeSq ft
- 33.5 x 136 ft
- Lot sizeLot
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In short · from the listing record
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.
Listing readings
How it measures up
Scores from the listing record and the market around it.
73Good
Condition score
1 documented update signal
Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The data table
Every fact
Everything the board publishes for this home.
- Tax
- $8,731 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X13865420
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Building Age
- 0-5
- Time on market
- Size
- 2500-3000 sqft
- Lot Size
- 33.5 x 136 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 1 Attached, 6 Parking
Listing history
Listing activity for 498 Karn St, Kitchener, Ontario
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $1,379,000 | N/A | For Sale | X13865420 |
Inside
Room by room
From the listing.
- Living4.11 × 4.27 m
- Kitchen2.92 × 4.11 m
- Primary3.1 × 3.66 m
- Bathroom1.52 × 3.35 m4 Pc Ensuite
- Br2.29 × 3.35 m
- Bathroom1.52 × 3.35 m5 Pc Bath
- Laundry1.63 × 1.65 m
- Living4.11 × 4.27 mOpen Concept, Balcony
- Kitchen2.92 × 4.11 m
- Primary3.15 × 3.86 m4 Pc Ensuite
- Bathroom1.52 × 3.43 m4 Pc Ensuite
- Br2.26 × 3.35 m
- Bathroom3.15 × 3.86 m5 Pc Ensuite
- 2nd Br3.35 × 4.17 m
- Laundry1.83 × 1.83 m
- Primary3.1 × 3.68 m
- Kitchen3.94 × 6.38 m
- Bathroom1.52 × 3.35 m4 Pc Ensuite
- Br2.03 × 3.4 m
- Bathroom1.52 × 3.35 m5 Pc Bath
- Laundry1.6 × 1.7 m
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
Where it sits
The street and the area
Asking prices on the map.
Map and tour
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.
Around it
Duplex in Kitchener
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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.
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.
Site report
What the record says
What the City and the conservation authority have on file for this address.
- provincial plansNone in rangeOutside the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine and Niagara Escarpment plan areas
- wetlandNone in rangeNo mapped wetland within 120 m
- aggregateNone in rangeNo licensed pit or quarry within 2 km
- wellsNone in rangeNo recorded oil, gas or salt well within 250 m
- railOn recordNearest rail line: 380 m
- trailOn recordA trail on the Ontario trail network within 1 km
- airportOn recordNearest airport: 10.0 km
- water wellsNone in rangeNo water-supply well recorded within 250 m 3 test or monitoring holes also recorded.
- npriNone in rangeNo facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment Canada The nearest is AirBoss of America Corp. — RUBBER SOLUTIONS DIVISION, 1.3 km away. Only facilities above the inventory’s reporting thresholds are listed.
- fcsiNone in rangeNo federal contaminated site within 1 km The federal inventory covers federal land only; it says nothing about provincial or private sites.
- electricityOn recordElectricity is distributed here by Enova Power Corp.
- internet speedOn recordWired internet 50/10 Mbps or faster is listed at this location Fixed 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.
- broadbandOn recordAcross the surrounding area: fibre to the home, cable, DSL internet listed Fibre 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.
Each record is the map at the home’s location, not an inspection. Confirm anything that matters with the municipality, Grand River Conservation Authority or the record’s publisher.
Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.
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 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.
Schools
Nearest schools
Straight-line distances. Check catchments with the board.
ElementaryEQAO average 2024–25
- Hillside Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSBPublic · grades JK–857%Grade 6 average100 m
- Westmount Public SchoolWaterloo Region DSBPublic · grades JK–6 · French Immersion73%Grade 6 average800 m
- St John Catholic Elementary SchoolWaterloo CDSBCatholic · grades JK–856%Grade 6 average1.2 km
- École élémentaire L'HarmonieConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades JK–884%Grade 6 average3.4 km
SecondaryGrade 9 math 2024–25
- Kitchener Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational SchoolWaterloo Region DSBPublic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion73%Grade 9 math1.7 km
- Forest Heights Collegiate InstituteWaterloo Region DSBPublic · grades 9–1248%Grade 9 math1.9 km
- Resurrection Catholic Secondary SchoolWaterloo CDSBCatholic · grades 9–1257%Grade 9 math2.1 km
- École secondaire David Saint-JacquesConseil scolaire ViamondeFrench-language public · grades 9–1270%Grade 9 math8.7 km
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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What it costs to own
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A month, all in
$7,020
- Mortgage$6,292
- Property tax$728
A planning figure, not a quote.
Land transfer tax
$24,055
$20,055 for first-time buyers.
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