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The average property price in Kitchener-Waterloo is about 35% less than the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and almost 20% less than all of Ontario. This is why many home buyers from the GTA choose to settle here.
2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
Condos | $229,676 | $271,940 | $304,676 | $329,676 | $374,821 |
Townhomes | $287,396 | $353,692 | $373,307 | $409,633 | $455,281 |
Houses | $385,363 | $458,345 | $483,233 | $532,690 | $596,224 |
Property prices in Kitchener-Waterloo have rise significantly in the last 5 years. In 2016 the average house sold under $400,000 and now the same house with be worth nearly $600,000! That’s an increase of over $200,000! Many families and investors have also enjoy condos and townhomes.
Cambridge | Kitchener-Waterloo | Guelph | |
Condos | $391,963 | $374,821 | $412,000 |
Townhomes | $425,000 | $455,281 | $454,700 |
Houses | $675,811 | $596,224 | $667,000 |
Cambridge Agents | Kitchener-Waterloo Agents | Guelph Agents |
Compared to the cities of Guelph and Cambridge that are within 30 minutes, Kitchener-Waterloo still offers better value for single-detached homes. Houses cost approximately 10% less compared to nearby cities. The prices of condos and townhomes are quickly catching up to Guelph and Cambridge as well.
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Condos | Townhomes | Houses |
$1,820 | 3 Bedrooms: $1,759 4 Bedrooms: $1,995 | 3 Bedrooms: $1,550 4 Bedrooms: $2,215 |
with average home prices below $700,000
64 (LOW)
Cost of Living Index
33 (LOW)
Crime Index
162 (VERY HIGH)
Quality of Life Index
71 (HIGH)
Health Care Index
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Home to Canada’s technology hub, this area brings the excitement of a huge city while maintaining its small-town feel. Its rich culture is reflected by a myriad of art galleries, music festivals, and exciting events year-round - the most popular of which is the annual Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest in the fall.
In the summer, you can hike the picturesque trails of the Huron Natural Area or ski down the slopes of Chicopee during winter. If shopping is your thing, scour St. Jacobs Farmers' Market for great finds. Whatever your passion is, there is always something to see or do in Kitchener-Waterloo that would make you want to call it home.
Kitchener-Waterloo is nestled in the Grand River Valley about 95 kilometres southwest of Toronto. The area is bound by the towns of Wellesley and Woolwich to the north, city of Cambridge to the east, municipality of North Dumfries to the south municipality of Wilmot to the west.
Nearby Cities and Driving Distance
Cambridge - 26 km away
Guelph - 27 km away
Brantford - 52 km away
Hamilton - 70 km away
Burlington - 76 km away
Mississauga - 89 km away
Toronto - 122 km away
Detroit (U.S.) - 292 km away
Median Total Income of Households - $77,229
Education
Bachelor's Degree - 11%
Master's Degree - 3%
Doctorate - 0.8%
Marital Status
Never Married - 20%
Married or Living Common Law - 41%
Separated - 2%
Divorced - 4%
Widowed - 4%
Knowledge of Official Languages
English only - 77%
English and French - 6%
Neither English nor French - 1%
Ethnic Origins
European - 59% Asian - 13% Oceanic - 0.12% North American Aboriginal - 2% Other North American - 22% Caribbean - 2% Latin, Central and South American - 2% African - 2%
Grand River Transit
The Grand River Transit provides public bus services in the area including Kitchener and Waterloo. It offers conventional and express routes, plus door-to-door transit services using specialized vehicles for disabled passengers.
ION
The ION bus rapid service traverses 17 kilometers from Kitchener to Cambridge, while the new ION light rail, connects passengers from Conestoga Mall in Waterloo to Fairview Park Mall in Kitchener.
TravelWise
The TravelWise workplace program encourages employees in the Waterloo Region to carpool instead of driving alone. TravelWise members can enjoy discounted transit passes, access to their carpool-matching software, and emergency ride reimbursements.
Greyhound
Greyhound buses can connect Kitchener-Waterloo residents to different Greater Toronto Area (GTA) locations.
GO Transit
GO Transit offers regular bus and train services from the area to different parts of the GTA.
VIA Rail
From the Kitchener station, VIA Rail can transport passengers to different parts of the country.
WestJet and Sunwing Airlines
Avail of daily non-stop flights from The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Calgary International Airport via WestJet. Or if you are feeling adventurous, book a flight with Sunwing to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
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The editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers hailed the following companies as Waterloo Area's Top Employers for 2020. They chose the winners based on their physical workplace, work and social atmosphere, and health and financial benefits among other categories.
AET Group Inc. Crawford & Company (Canada) Inc. D2L Corporation Diva International Inc. Energy+ Inc. Equitable Life of Canada eSentire Inc. Farm Mutual Re FedDev Ontario GHD Limited
Gore Mutual Insurance Company Northern Digital Inc. / NDI Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. Sleeman Breweries Ltd. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. University of Waterloo Vidyard WalterFedy Inc. Waterloo North Hydro Inc. Wilfrid Laurier University
Elementary Waterloo Laurelwood Public School Abraham Erb Public School Vista Hills Public School Millen Woods Public School
Kitchener Lackner Woods Public School Mary Johnston Public School Chicopee Hills Public School
High School Waterloo Bluevale Collegiate Institute Sir John A. Macdonald Secondary School Waterloo Collegiate Institute
Kitchener Resurrection Catholic Secondary School Grand River Collegiate Institute Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute
Post-Secondary Waterloo Bluevale Collegiate Institute Sir John A. Macdonald Secondary School Waterloo Collegiate Institute
Kitchener Resurrection Catholic Secondary School Grand River Collegiate Institute Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute
Whether your definition of recreation is breaking a little sweat or relaxing in the middle of a charming view, there is always something for you to do. Both cities of Kitchener and Waterloo offer sports and other recreational activities for all ages throughout the year such as:
camping hiking basketball skating
tennis golf picnic swimming
frisbee badminton pickleball slo-pitch
soccer volleyball roundnet hockey
The Grand River Hospital provides 15 clinical programs ranging from cancer care to rehabilitation. With the synergistic teamwork of 3,735 staff members, 696 accredited healthcare professionals, and 1,000 volunteers, this 665-bed facility serves 67,000 emergency and 237,4000 ambulatory patients yearly.
A member of the St. Joseph’s Health System, St. Mary’s General Hospital stands as one of Canada’s biggest healthcare institutions. Since 1991, it has committed to meet the holistic health, wellness and social needs of the public.
With five locations, the Kitchener Public Library is home to more than 560,000 collections of books, publications, videos, music and more in various languages. It offers free public wi-fi and computer workstations. If you need a place to hold meetings, workshops, and training sessions, you can also rent rooms, equipment and even a full theatre.
Aside from providing resources for their members’ viewing, listening, and reading pleasure, the Waterloo Public Library also conducts year-round fun, virtual learning programs for all ages. There is one specifically catering to Canadian newcomers as well. Membership is free for anyone residing or owning a property in Waterloo.
Religion in Kitchener-Waterloo is diversified. Most of its inhabitants are Christians followed by non-affiliated ones. Other prominent faith groups in the area consist of Muslims, Hindus and Buddhists. Here are some houses of worship in Kitchener-Waterloo based on the religion:
Anglican - All Saints Anglican Church Baptist - Glen Acres Baptist Church Buddhist - Phommaviharam Buddhist Temple Catholic - St. Mary’s Church Christian - Bethel Chapel Hindu - Brahmarishi Mission Of Canada Jehovah’s Witness - Kingdom Hall
Islam - Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties Jewish - Temple Shalom Lutheran - Christ Lutheran Church Mennonite - Erb Street Mennonite Church Orthodox - Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Sophia Sikhism - Golden Triangle Sikh Association