a solid oak staircase connecting all 3 levels & a living room with a gas fireplace & a sliding door that leads to the 3-season sunroom overlooking the private backyard. The upgraded kitchen has custom cabinetry, granite countertops, an 8 ft island, newer appliances, & a custom walk-in pantry. The dining area walks out to the backyard deck, while a large mudroom, separate laundry room, & powder room complete this level. Upstairs features new premium hardwood flooring, 3 bedrooms, a 4-piece main bathroom & a flexible loft that can be used as an office, family room, or future bedroom. The primary bedroom spans the back of the home with forest views, 2 walk-in closets with custom built-ins, & a 5-piece ensuite with a freestanding soaker tub, oversized glass shower, & double sinks. The finished basement includes a 4th bedroom, a utility room, a cold storage, & a fully legal bachelor apartment/in-law suite completed in 2022. The suite has a walk-up entrance through a private courtyard, a large living area, kitchen, bedroom space that may be enclosed, a 3-piece bathroom & a 2nd laundry hookup. Outside, the fully fenced yard features a 2-tier deck with pergola, stone patio, gas hookups, low-maintenance landscaping, a water feature & Wi-Fi-controlled irrigation. Carriage Way Park is minutes away, adding more space for kids & pets to play. Located near Lexington/Lincoln Village, this Waterloo home is close to Kiwanis Park, Grand River trails, schools, parks, shopping, public transit, RIM Park, the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, Highway 85 & Highway 401. (id:62650)