“World's Most Complete Neighborpedia”
Sponsor a Community — What is Localism? | Register or Sign In
Explore:   What's happening in your neck of the woods?
HomeOntarioYork CountyTorontoDowntown

About Toronto's Downtown

Blog_tag

When purchasing a vacant condo property, remember to check the appliances!

01-22-11
Anne Lok
Anne Lok: Real Estate Agent in Toronto, ON
  • view my blog
  • Office: (416) 922-5533

Many buyers mitigate an inspection condition when purchasing condos, and will forego doing an inspection altogether when it comes to condo purchases. However when purchasing vacant properties [or any property for that matter], it is important to check that all appliances are in working order prior to an offer and before closing.

For one instance, one of my buyers was going to put in an offer at full price on a vacant condo unit. Prior to preparing the offer, we discovered that the dishwasher was not connected, and the oven does not work. One would assume that with appliances only 2 years old would be in working order. This wold turn into a significant cost item if the appliances need to be replaced. It was a good thing we checked, as we were anitipating an accelerated closing within 2 weeks. It would have been a surprise after my buyer move-in. In the end we adjusted out the offer price as an allowance for appliance replacement.

0 Comments
Blog_tag

Are you ready for Toronto's tallest most opulent condo?

12-11-10
David Pylyp
David Pylyp: Real Estate Agent in Toronto, ON
  • view my blog
  • Office: (905) 272-3434
  • Mobile: (647) 218-2414
  • Secondary: (905) 361-3387
Toronto is a world class city! The proliferation of condo's and especially upscale multilevel penthouse apartments cater to a select crowd of successful but discreet clientelle. We are after all humble Canadians.
We know you have made it but you don't want to show it. Hazelton Lanes and Yorkville, continue to be the place to been seen, from business Shakers and Movers to tres Celeb's just in for the Tiff.
But would you like the best condo in the city of Toronto? 11,000 square feet of opulance; designed and appointed exactly as you see fit, Your designer providing the final touches or I can recommend a few designers with impeccable portfolio's. 12 foot ceiling combined with floor to ceiling panoramic views. Penthouse and Lower Penthouse selections.
Some will talk about Price Ceilings and topping $1,000 per square foot, in a penthouse market where the ultimate is only one in Toronto. What should the value be?
There are several Central Park Condo buildings along the park, they are: 1 Central Park West, 15 Central Park West, 25 Central Park West, 25 Columbus Circle (TimeWarner Center), 60 Columbus Circle (Mandarin Oriental Residences), 160 Central Park South (Essex House), 1 Central Park South, 923 Fifth Avenue and 995 Fifth Avenue (condop). In order to have a Central Park view condo, the condo building does not neccessary to be right next to Central Park. The condo building can be few blocks away from the Park, as long as the unit is on the high floor and there are lower buildings around it, the condo unit can have an unobstructed view of Central Park. (here is a picture of myself in a condo "Millenium Tower" building that is few blocks away from Central Park.)Central Park condos - Eileen Hsu Real Estate Agent In todays market, Central Park Condos with direct Central park views is priced range $3,200 to $4,500 per square foot upwards. This is just an approximation of the price range, each Central Park condos is also priced based on its building, condition, exposure and other factors. http://activerain.com/blogsview/1999896/central-park-condos-upper-west-side-manhattan-new-york
Take a video tour of the views of this 11,000 square foot condominium unit, the tallest in Toronto. http://www.collegeparkcondos.com/phvrtour/75thFloor.html
Imagine living high above the city, just beyond the clouds.  Let Aura take you way up. Experience the sky life in Aura's Penthouse Suites on floors 72-75 with our new Interactive Walk-Thru technology. Explore the fine appointments of each room as if you were walking through the suite yourself.  Discover breathtaking views of downtown Toronto from our 75th floor Top Penthouse.  Experience it for yourself and pick up your complimentary Interactive Walk-Thru program today at the sales centre.
View Penthouse Walk-Thrus 2,961 sq. ft. 2 bedroom + library 2,335 sq. ft. 2 bedroom + library 2,201 sq. ft. 2 bedroom + library
New Release of Sub Penthouses on the 74th Floor Only two palatial four bedroom plus library/den suites ranging from 5,200 sq.ft. and 5,500 sq.ft. are available on the 74th floor. Aura's Penthouse collection translates the essence of elegant living through incredible design, exceptional finishes, eternal views and 24 hour concierge service.  Once you've experienced living on top of Canada's tallest condominium, nothing else quite measures up.
So lets ask a question; what value should the largest penthouse in Toronto, that is located in the heart of downtown Toronto, on Bay Street, with unobstructed views from the 75th floor of Aura condo's be valued at? Can we conclude the same NYC, Manhattan and Central Park prices apply? SO.. 11,370 square feet, Private elevator, 24 hour concierge, lavish finishes and the prestige of having the only unit, the singular penthouse, tallest, most opulent location would be?
Computer Technology permits me to send you a CD with an interactive Virtual Tour that permits a walk through of the unit; Great for a personal flow and walk test through of your penthouse.
11,000 square feet at $3500 per square foot would be ? So this is a value added purchase at $17,500,000 reflecting a value pst of approximately $1,500.
The View would be of every sunset and sunrise overlooking Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands and almost the Niagara Peninsula. Sorry.. You cannot see Central Park from here, no matter how you turn your head.
Send an email or a text 647 218 2414 and the shopping team can accommodate your inquiries.
david@davidpylyp.com
I look forward to hearing from you.
3 Comments
Blog_tag

Did you miss the Toronto Santa Claus Parade? - See it Repeated on TV

11-21-10
Marc Swartz, CA, CPA Toronto, Durham & York Regions, Ontario
Marc Swartz, CA, CPA Toronto, Durham & York Regions, Ontario: Real Estate Agent in Toronto, ON
  • view my blog

Did you miss the Toronto Santa Claus Parade? - See it Repeated on TV

The 106th annual Toronto Santa Claus parade was held earlier today. It was very exciting to see Santa Claus arrive in downtown Toronto.

If you missed the parade or want to see it again, simply turn your television to CP24 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. tonight (Sunday November 21, 2010).

Enjoy!!!

Did you miss the Toronto Santa Claus Parade? - See it Repeated on TV

0 Comments
Blog_tag

Cityplace Condos: 15 Fort York Blvd - N1 / N2

10-11-10
Steven Campbell, Sales Representative, Toronto Condos
Steven Campbell, Sales Representative, Toronto Condos: Real Estate Agent in Toronto, ON
  • view my blog
  • Office: (416) 588-6777
  • Mobile: (647) 402-8474
  • 15 Fort York Blvd
  • N1 / N2
  • M5V 3Y4
  • TSCC / 1955
  • 42 storey high rise condo apartment building
  • Construction completed in 2007
  • Built by Concord Adex
  • Located at Spadina just south of Front St in Downtown Toronto
N1 / N2 share amenities with 11 / 15 Brunel and include: an indoor pool, fitness room, gym, games room, pool table, recreation room, 27 floor skylounge and spa, whirlpool, party room, 24 hour concierge.



Originally published on my Cityplace Condos Website
0 Comments
Blog_tag

Whats closed in Downtown Toronto for Labour Day

09-05-10
DONNA SINGH
DONNA SINGH: Real Estate Agent in Toronto, ON
  • view my blog
  • Office: (416) 461-0925 xPAGER
  • Mobile: (416) 575-4663

Tomorrow is Labour Day! Enjoy your day of rest and spend some quality time with your family as we wrap a fantastic summer and get set for our usual routines. Getting the kids back to school and refocus on our jobs and other commitments.

For me Labour Day Weekend is a kick off to a new beginning, as the weather changes and falls comes along again and before you know it, it will be winter again...ah enough of that.

Here's quick list of whats open or closed on Labour Day, also some fun activities;

Check out the Airshow at the CNE should be on as the weather is alot nicer than a few days ago.

All TTC service are running on a holiday schedule Monday.

• GO Transit is running on a holiday schedule Monday, but the Lakeshore line is offering extra rail service all weekend to shuttle people to and from the Canadian National Exhibition and the air show.

• The Labour Day Parade forms on University Ave. between Dundas St. W. and Richmond St. W. around 7:30 a.m. Monday. The parade, which travels west on Queen St. W. to Dufferin St. before turning south, will enter the CNE grounds through the Dufferin Gates around 11 a.m.

• The Fiera food and music festival runs from Saturday afternoon to early Monday in Little Italy. Palmerston St., Clinton St. and Montrose Ave. will close north of College St. for the festival. College will also be shut down between Bathurst and Shaw Sts.

• The Italian Walk of Fame closes College St. between Grace and Clinton Sts. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday.

• The second annual Brazilian Day Canada festival will take over Yonge-Dundas Square Monday, closing Yonge St. between Dundas and Shuter Sts. as well as parts of Victoria St. from 2 p.m. onward.

• Most major grocery stores, including Loblaws and No Frills, are closed Monday. Metro and Price Chopper locations in Toronto are also closed for Labour Day, but some locations outside the city will remain open.

• All LCBO and Beer Store locations are closed Monday.

• The Eaton Centre, Square One and Vaughan Mills are open all weekend for those last-minute back-to-school buys. Yorkdale, Fairview Mall, Scarborough Town Centre and Sherway Gardens are closed Monday.

• Most banks, government offices, libraries, schools and post offices are closed for the holiday.

• Major attractions including the ROM, Toronto Zoo, Ontario Science Centre, Canada's Wonderland, Ontario Place and the CN Tower are open Monday.

Enjoy your last day long weekend of summer!

Looking for a Real Estate Agent in Toronto?

Call me 416-575-4663

1 Comment