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1605-1607 Laura AVENUE
Beds
4
Baths
2
Sqft
1,596
Year
1978
Type
Single Family
On market
18d
Both sides of the duplex are for sale! Welcome to 1605 & 1607 Laura Avenue, an excellent opportunity in the desirable Forest Grove neighbourhood. Situated on a quiet street just three homes from Balsam Park, this property offers flexibility for investors, multi-generational living, or buyers looking to live in one side while generating supplemental mortgage income from the other. Each side features approximately 800 sq. ft. in a functional bi-level layout, offering 2 bedrooms and 1 full 4-piece bathroom per unit. Both basements are currently undeveloped, providing a great opportunity for future development, added living space, storage, or value-building potential. Updates include newer furnaces believed to be from 2021 based on tags, updated electrical panels in both units, and replaced water heaters. Forest Grove is a well-established neighbourhood close to schools, parks, shopping, services, and everyday amenities, with quick access to Circle Drive for convenient travel throughout the city. Whether you are looking for an investment property, a mortgage helper, or a unique ownership opportunity, this full duplex offers strong potential in a great location. Presentation of offers: Tuesday, May 26th at 7:00 p.m. (id:65958)
Basement
| Room | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Other | — | |
| Other | — |
Main level
| Room | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | 9'5" x 8'10 | |
| Kitchen | 9'5" x 8'10 | |
| Dining room | 9'5 x 8' | |
| Dining room | 9'5 x 8' | |
| Bedroom | 10'8 x 10'3 | |
| Bedroom | 10'8 x 10'3 | |
| 4pc Bathroom | — | |
| Bedroom | 9'5 x 14' | |
| Bedroom | 9'5 x 14' | |
| 4pc Bathroom | — |
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Comparable sales
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Property condition
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Zoning
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Suite legality / potential
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Monthly carrying cost
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Property taxes
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Insurance estimate
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Commute
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Deposit and financing conditions
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Inspection considerations
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Cash on cash
-1.32%
Cap rate
4.60%
GRM
13.9
Break-even rent
$3,116
Financing
Operating expenses (monthly)
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