Colonial Acres

Location

Introducing Colonial Acres, one of Waterloo’s oldest and most sought-after neighbourhoods. This area offers a diverse range of housing, from modest family homes to expansive executive estates, catering to everyone’s needs. It appeals to those who appreciate a mature, established community while being close to Waterloo’s top amenities. 

Homes in Colonial Acres are situated on large lots with spacious front and back yards, providing ample distance between neighbours. The quiet, winding streets, lined with old-growth trees, are perfect for peaceful evening walks. The community is a blend of young and middle-aged families as well as retired empty-nesters who have lived here for over 30 years. 

Amenities

Residents often enjoy walking their dogs or biking through Anndale Park, which is centrally located in the neighbourhood. Colonial Acres is rich in amenities, including Conestoga Mall, Galaxy Cinemas, various restaurants, and home goods stores like The Home Depot and HomeSense. Just north of the residential area, there is a large industrial zone with diverse businesses and manufacturing, offering short commutes for those who work and live here. The neighbourhood’s central location provides easy access to the expressway, St. Jacobs, and Uptown Waterloo, ensuring convenience for its residents. 

Although Colonial Acres does not have a public school within its boundaries, students attend Lester B. Pearson, Lexington, or Sandowne for elementary education before moving on to Bluevale for high school. Catholic school students are bussed to St. Luke for grades JK-8 and then attend St. David for high school.