218 HELEN STREET, Kingston (Central City East)

$590,000

For sale: Detached

Detached at 218 HELEN STREET, Kingston (Central City East)
Property type
Detached
Bedrooms / bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Living area
1,100 sqft
MLS®
MLS® X14086786
Neighbourhood
14 - Central City East

Nestled in the sought-after Williamsville neighbourhood, this captivating bungalow offers a unique blend of character, comfort, and eco-conscious living! From its low-maintenance "no-mow" front garden to its inviting interior, this special property is full of charm. Inside, a bright, open-concept living and dining area welcomes you with a large front window and beautiful hardwood flooring. The cozy kitchen features granite countertops, while the main level also offers a primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a full bathroom. There is also a bright, enclosed three-season sunroom (with insulated walls, ceiling, and floor) - a versatile space to enjoy. The finished lower level (with a side entrance) offers excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or additional living space. This level features a spacious recreation room/bedroom, a kitchen area, a three-piece bathroom, laundry facilities, and plenty of storage. Enjoy the tranquil, nature-inspired setting, where the lush front yard attracts local birdlife, letting you birdwatch right from your front window! Wooden garden benches provide the perfect spot to sit back, relax, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The fully fenced backyard is complete with vegetable gardens, a goldfish pond, and is equipped with multiple rain barrels. There is also an impressive workshop/studio, offering abundant natural light through multiple windows, along with insulation and electricity for comfortable, year-round use. Adding exceptional value is the owned rooftop solar photovoltaic system, which generates an average of approximately $3,500 annually, helping offset energy costs while enhancing the property's long-term appeal. Ideally located close to parks, amenities, Queen's University, and downtown, this distinctive property offers urban convenience, versatile living space, and sustainable features.

Sold data

Detached homes in Kingston (Central City East) — recent sold market

Detached homes in Kingston (Central City East) took a median of 24 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 14 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 52, across 243 recorded sales.

That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 47 days.

The median sale price was $629,900.

Homes sold for about 2.6% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.

About 11% of sales closed above the list price.

Around 25% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.

Median days to sell
24
Median sale price
$629,900
Sale-to-list ratio
97.4%
Sold above asking
11%

Based on 243 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.

Schools

Schools in Kingston (Central City East)

Kingston (Central City East) has 38 Fraser Institute–rated schools (29 elementary and 9 secondary), averaging 5.8/10.

Rated schools
38
Elementary
29
Secondary
9
Average rating
5.8 / 10

Top-rated schools in Kingston (Central City East)

  • R Gordon Sinclair — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 8.2/10
  • Monseigneur Rémi-Gaulin — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 7.8/10
  • Rideau — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 7.8/10
  • Archbishop O'Sullivan — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 7.7/10
  • Madeleine-de-Roybon — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 7.7/10
  • Winston Churchill — elementary, KingstonFraser rating 7.7/10

School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.

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