189 University Avenue, Fredericton, New Brunswick
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Listed for $524,900
A character-filled Cape Cod-style two-storey in downtown Fredericton with 4 bedrooms, warm hardwood floors, a beautifully updated bathroom, and a detached double garage on a mature in-town lot.
189 University Avenue, Fredericton, New Brunswick offers a rare blend of timeless character, usable outdoor space, and walkable downtown convenience. Set on a mature 502-square-metre lot, this charming home combines classic curb appeal with inviting principal rooms, hardwood flooring, and bright, flexible bedroom spaces upstairs. The main level includes a comfortable living room with a fireplace feature, a formal dining room with built-in cabinetry, a spacious kitchen with room for everyday dining, and the added practicality of a mudroom, laundry area, and powder room. Upstairs, the standout full bathroom brings a fresh modern feel with a freestanding soaker tub, tiled shower, and clean, spa-like finishes, while the detached 24 x 32 double garage adds valuable storage, parking, or workshop potential.
Quick Facts
- Price: $524,900
- MLS® #: NB140288
- Property Type: Residential – Single-Family Detached
- Style: Cape Cod, 2 Storey
- Year Built: 1858
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1 full, 1 half
- Above Grade Living Area: 1,744 sq. ft.
- Lot Size: 502 sq. metres
- PID: 01470582
- Garage: Detached double, 24 x 32
What You’ll Love
- Classic Cape Cod curb appeal with white siding, green accents, and a mature in-town lot
- Warm hardwood floors, traditional trim, and bright principal rooms full of character
- Formal dining room with built-in cabinetry for added charm and function
- Spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, granite-style countertops, stainless steel appliances, and everyday dining space
- Updated full bathroom with a freestanding soaker tub, tiled shower, and clean modern finishes
- Four upstairs bedrooms offering flexibility for family living, guests, or home office needs
- Detached double garage with excellent parking, storage, or workshop potential
- Walkable downtown Fredericton location near the riverfront, trails, restaurants, parks, and shops
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Video Tour
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Inside the Home
From the welcoming main level to the flexible bedroom layout upstairs, this home offers a thoughtful mix of character, practicality, and comfortable everyday living.
Main Living Area
The main floor balances classic charm with everyday function. A bright living room with a fireplace feature, formal dining room with built-in cabinetry, and spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, granite-style counters, stainless steel appliances, and room for casual dining all contribute to a layout that feels both traditional and easy to live in.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Upstairs, the Cape Cod layout creates bright and flexible bedroom spaces with hardwood flooring, charming rooflines, and built-in storage. The full bath is a standout feature, finished with a freestanding soaker tub, tiled shower, and fresh modern styling that adds a polished, spa-like feel to the second level.
Laundry, Garage & Outdoor Extras
A main-floor mudroom, dedicated laundry space, powder room, and unfinished basement add practicality behind the home’s character-filled presentation. Outside, the mature lot offers usable yard space and trees, while the detached 24 x 32 double garage gives buyers excellent flexibility for parking, storage, hobbies, or workshop use.
Browse the Listing Photos
Browse the photos below for a closer look at the home’s curb appeal, mature lot, classic interior character, and the room-by-room details that make this property stand out.
Exterior & Property
Interior
Floor Plans
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Main Level Floor Plan
Second Level Floor Plan
Updates & Features
This home’s appeal comes from the combination of preserved character, practical everyday spaces, and a downtown Fredericton location that is increasingly hard to find.
- Cape Cod-style two-storey home built in 1858
- Mature downtown Fredericton lot with strong curb appeal
- Detached double garage measuring 24 x 32
- Hardwood and ceramic flooring
- Comfortable living room with fireplace feature
- Formal dining room with built-in cabinetry
- Spacious kitchen with white cabinetry and granite-style countertops
- Stainless steel kitchen appliances included
- Main-floor powder room, mudroom, and laundry area
- Updated full bathroom with freestanding soaker tub and tiled shower
- Four-bedroom upper-level layout with flexible use options
- Unfinished basement for storage
- Central air, ductless heat pump, and natural gas heating
- Municipal water and sewer services
- Paved double-width driveway
Property Details
Below is a quick summary of the home’s core specifications, systems, inclusions, and property information for easy reference.
| Property Style | Single-Family Detached, Cape Cod, 2 Storey |
| Year Built | 1858 |
| Lot Size | 502 sq. metres |
| Above Grade Living Area | 1,744 sq. ft. |
| Total Living Area | 1,744 sq. ft. |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full, 1 half |
| PID | 01470582 |
| MLS® # | NB140288 |
| Flooring Types | Ceramic, wood |
| Heating | Natural gas, ductless heat pump |
| Cooling | Central air |
| Inclusions | Dishwasher, dryer, refrigerator, stove, washer |
| Foundation | Stone / rock |
| Garage | Detached double, 24 x 32 |
| Roofing | Asphalt shingle |
| Exterior Finishes | Wood exterior |
| Driveway | Paved, double width |
| Home Form | Classic two-storey Cape Cod design |
| Siding / Cladding | Wood |
| Outdoor Features | Mature lot, usable yard space, detached garage |
| Water Source | Municipal |
| Sewer Type | Municipal |
| Electrical | 200 AMP, breakers |
| Rental Equipment | Water heater |
| Property Taxes | $5,674.55 (2026) |
| Rental Income | No |
Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Set in Fredericton’s downtown area, this property offers the kind of walkable lifestyle many buyers are after but rarely find paired with this much character and garage space. From here, it is easy to enjoy the riverfront, walking trails, restaurants, cafés, parks, shops, and day-to-day amenities without giving up the feel of a mature residential setting. Buyers looking for a central Fredericton address with charm, usable outdoor space, and access to the city’s core will appreciate what this location offers.
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Listed with The Right Choice Realty
189 University Ave offers a distinctive opportunity to own a character home in one of Fredericton’s most central and established locations. With bright principal rooms, four bedrooms, an updated bath, and the rare bonus of a detached double garage, this is a property that balances timeless appeal with practical everyday living.
- Listed by: Mike Lint
- Brokerage: The Right Choice Realty
- Phone: (506) 476-0021
- MLS® #: NB140288
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