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Investment Highlights

  • Prime Uptown Waterloo development site
  • Concept plan for 11 units and 3 retail spaces
  • Surrounded by retail, dining, and amenities
  • Zoning permits up to 18-storey building
  • Walking distance to both major universities
  • High-exposure King & Central intersection

Executive Summary

Exceptional Development Opportunity in the heart of Uptown Waterloo! Prime location at the coveted intersection of King Street and Central Street, ideally situated between University Avenue and Bridgeport Road. This 50 ft x 125 ft lot offers outstanding potential for redevelopment with zoning that allows construction up to 18 storeys (U1-60 – Uptown Core). Concept plans (available in attachments) propose an 11-unit building with a total of 41 bedrooms and 3 commercial units on the main level — or bring your own design to take full advantage of this unique zoning. The property is within walking distance to both the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, surrounded by a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and amenities. This is one of the most desirable sites in Waterloo Region, offering excellent exposure, strong growth potential, and ideal suitability for a new commercial or mixed-use development. The existing structure is being sold “as is, where is” and must be demolished by the Buyer. The City of Waterloo has expressed support for new business and redevelopment initiatives in this area. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to secure a premium Uptown Core property with exceptional potential for future growth.

Property Facts

Price $1,012,768 USD
Sale Type Investment
No. Lots 1
Property Type Land
Property Subtype Residential
Proposed Use Multifamily
Total Lot Size 0.14 AC
Zoning U1-60 (Uptown Core) - This zoning generally allows for high-density redevelopment, with specific examples allowing for buildings up to 18 storeys.

1 Lot Available

Lot

Price $1,012,768 USD
Price Per AC $7,234,058.11 USD
Lot Size 0.14 AC

Prime Uptown Waterloo development site at King and Central. 50 ft x 125 ft lot zoned U1-60 allows mixed-use projects up to 18 storeys. Steps from universities, retail, and transit. Existing structure sold as is for redevelopment.

Description

Exceptional development opportunity in Uptown Waterloo at the intersection of King Street and Central Street. This 50 ft by 125 ft lot is zoned U1-60 (Uptown Core), permitting mixed-use development up to 18 storeys. Concept plans are available for an 11-unit residential building with 41 bedrooms and three ground-floor commercial units, or bring your own design to fully leverage the zoning potential. The property is within walking distance of both the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University and is surrounded by retail, dining, and transit options. The existing structure is being sold “as is, where is” and must be demolished by the buyer. This site offers strong growth potential in one of Waterloo Region’s most desirable urban corridors.

Exceptionally walkable
90/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Good public transit
70/100
Very bikeable
80/100
  • Listing ID: 40089883

  • Date on Market: 4/9/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 120 King St N, Waterloo, ON N2J 2X8

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