This is a purpose-built up-down duplex on a large West Brant lot — two fully self-contained units, each with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and its own laundry. Both units have separate meters (gas and hydro), which simplifies ownership considerably.
The upper unit has been refreshed with new laminate floors, fresh paint, and a stacked laundry addition. The lower unit is more original — dated kitchen cabinets, carpet in the bedrooms — but functional and occupied. Both bathrooms have been partially updated. The 2022 roof on the house and garage, plus new windows and exterior doors, take some near-term capital costs off the table.
The unfinished basement belongs to the lower unit and offers real potential for added living space. Current rents are below market, which is the main story here for investors.
Purpose-built duplex with two separately metered units
New roof shingles on house and garage (2022)
New windows and exterior doors
Upper unit freshly painted with updated laminate flooring
Both units self-contained with own laundry
Large lot with detached garage and ample parking
Separate entrance for lower unit
Tenants in place willing to stay
From the listing
Listing courtesy of Royal LePage Action Realty. Presented by Jeff Thibodeau, Broker, REAL Broker Ontario Ltd., Brokerage. Member, Brantford Regional Real Estate Association & the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS®, and the REALTOR® logo are controlled by CREA and identify real estate professionals who are members of CREA. Listing data via the Information Technology Systems Ontario (ITSO) board is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Investors and first-time homebuyers, take note! Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or find a home that can generate additional income to help with expenses, this opportunity is for you. This well-constructed, purpose-built duplex features two separately metered units (2 gas meters, 2 electrical panels, 2 furnaces), each offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and self-contained laundry. The main level unit has been freshly painted, with vinyl flooring in the bathroom and laminate flooring throughout the living areas and bedrooms. It also includes a full unfinished basement with laundry facilities, providing ample storage space or the potential for additional living space. The upper unit boasts laminate flooring in the living room and cozy broadloom in the bedrooms, along with a convenient laundry nook. This building is situated on a large lot with a single-car garage (currently used by the main-level tenant) and provides ample parking. The current tenants are fantastic and are willing to stay, with rent increases set to take effect on December 1st. While rents are currently below market value, this presents an opportunity for the new owner to increase revenue once the units become vacant. Recent improvements include new windows, exterior doors, flooring, paint, an added laundry facility in the upper unit, new shingles on both the house and garage (2022), and new eavestroughs on the house.This well-maintained, all-brick duplex is located in a family-friendly area close to shopping, transit routes, and all amenities. With Brantford experiencing economic growth, this investment is well-positioned for potential long-term equity gains as the city continues to thrive.
Shellard Lane, Conklin and Blackburn carry most of Brantford's post-2000 housing. West Brant is built around schools and family routines, where buyers trade character and walkability for newer homes, more space and practical layouts.