849 Water Street

Northcrest Ward 5, Peterborough, Ontario K9H 3P1

Overview

At a glance

Days on market49 days
ListedSep 9, 2026
UpdatedOct 14, 2026
Building age100+ years
Size700-1100 sq ft
Lot31 x 90.2 Feet
Property taxes$3,804 (2025)
Parking4 spaces
BasementCrawl Space
MLS® numberX13759162
Data sourcePropTx MLS® System
Listing brokerageExit Realty Liftlock

About this home

Perfect for First-Time Buyers, Families, or Investors! This well-maintained 4-bedroom home offers exceptional value with numerous updates throughout, making it an ideal opportunity for first-time buyers, growing families, or investors seeking a turnkey rental property. With its proximity to city transit, shopping, restaurants, parks, walking trails, the beach, and a direct bus route to Trent University, this property offers both convenience and strong rental appeal. Step inside to discover a bright, clean interior featuring fresh paint and updated light fixtures. The home has benefited from extensive improvements over the years, providing peace of mind for its next owner. Updates include a gas furnace, newer windows (2011 and 2013), new siding in 2011, and a new roof in 2025.The detached garage renovations in 2011, including a new concrete slab, updated wiring with a 60-amp pony panel, and added insulation-making it an excellent space for storage, a workshop, or hobby area. Garage shingles new in 2016. Additional exterior improvements include a rear concrete porch, freshly painted front porch, newer concrete walkway, and updated front and rear doors. Whether you're looking for a family home in a convenient location or a solid investment opportunity with excellent potential for student or family rentals, this move-in-ready property checks all the boxes. Simply unpack, settle in, and enjoy everything this fantastic home and location have to offer.

Details

Property

Style
1 1/2 Storey
Building age
100+
Fronting on
North
Cross street
Water Street & Hilliard St
Community
Northcrest Ward 5
Municipality
Peterborough

Inside

Bedrooms above grade
3
Bedrooms below grade
1
Bathrooms
2
Kitchens
1
Basement
Crawl Space
Family room
No
Fireplace
No
Interior features
Storage

Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Heating fuel
Gas
Cooling
None
Sewer
Sewer
Electricity
Yes
Cable
Available

Building

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior features
Landscaped, Deck
Pool
None

Parking

Garage
Detached
Parking spaces
3
Total parking
4
Driveway
Private

Land

Frontage
31
Depth
90.2
Lot size units
Feet
Waterfront
No
Topography
Flat
Property features
Beach, Park, Public Transit, River/Stream
Rooms (9)
RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Bedroom 4Main3.52 x 3.59
BathroomMain0.9 x 1.932 Pc Bath
Bedroom 3Second2.27 x 3.5
LaundryMain3.63 x 2.38
Primary BedroomSecond2.73 x 3.5
Living RoomMain4.1 x 3.63
Bedroom 2Second2.62 x 2.62
KitchenMain3.37 x 3.53
BathroomSecond2.57 x 2.624 Pc Bath
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Neighbourhood

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What’s nearby

Backs onto waterOn a busier streetBackyard faces east

  • Elementary schoolQueen Elizabeth Public Schoolabout 9 min walk
  • High schoolAdam Scott Collegiate and Vocational Instituteabout 11 min walk
  • ParkInverlea Parkabout 1 min walk
  • Playground about 5 min walk
  • Trail about 2 min walk
  • River or lakeOtonabee Riverabout 1 min walk
  • Grocery storeThe Grocery Outletabout 17 min walk
  • DowntownPeterboroughabout 25 min walk
  • LibraryPeterborough Public Libraryabout 27 min walk
  • Rec centre or arenaQueen Alexandra Community Centreabout 5 min walk
  • Golf coursePeterborough Golf & Country Clubabout 20 min walk
  • HospitalPeterborough Regional Health Centreabout 3.5 km
  • Highway on-ramp about 4.1 km

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