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Coming Soon: The Hill Condos in Upper Forest Hill

Coming Soon from BSar Group: The Hill Condos in the Upper Village of the prestigious Forest Hill neighbourhood.

I’m starting to get excited for this project. I’ve been invited to special “President’s Club” dinner later this month to get all the details on this project and I can’t wait to see what the specs are. Register with me today to be first in line to buy at this great new project.

BSar group captured the real estate industry’s attention about a year ago when they burst unto the scene and launched 12 Degrees in the heart of Queen West. I believe 12 Degrees will be one of the most sought after condos in the resale market when it’s complete in a year or two.

From the initial rendering released above, the architecture is not as bold as that of 12 Degrees, but it does certainly fit in well with the neighbourhood. The stepped back terraces on the (presumably) south side of the building will make for stunning suites with excellent outdoor space. There is definitely a major trend in Toronto condos for outdoor spaces and especially terraces.

In terms of location it doesn’t get much better than this in uptown Toronto. Upper Forest Hill Village is a bustling street with plenty of great shops and restaurants. There is a Starbucks right across the street, the subway is an 8-minute walk away or even shorter ride on the bus, and you have quick and easy access to the Allen Expressway and the 401. Best of all, there are no condos anywhere in sight, making it a great investment. Finally, the bonus is that there is a planned underground LRT stop right at Bathurst and Eglinton!

Just like 12 Degrees, this building will likely be a primarily end-user building, with many Forest Hill down-sizers looking at the project, as well as first time buyers who want to stay in the area. The irony is that the prevalence of end-users will make this a great building to invest in, as end-user dominated buildings are generally well maintained and very stable.

Contact me today to register for the upcoming VIP sales event for this project.

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The Hill Condos

THE HILL CONDOS. This project is launching in October 2011. Get on the VIP List by contacting me today.

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12 Degrees Penthouse Release

12 Degrees Condos in Queen West has just released their penthouse suites. If you are looking for an exclusive address in a prime downtown location, consider the penthouses at 12 Degrees. Contact me for availability and pricing.

I have been a big fan of this project since it first launched last summer. Over the past year, as dozens of condo towers have launched all over downtown, the uniqueness of this project has only become more pronounced.

The architecture sets this project apart from all the other cookie cutter condos that are popping up in the area. The standard finishes are among the best anywhere. The location in true Queen West puts you right in the middle over everything that’s great about downtown. The rooftop will be possibly the sexiest and most exclusive in Toronto when this building is complete. (The rendering above is of the rooftop pool and cabana area.)

There will only be 4 penthouse suites in this building. All on the 11th floor, all with large terraces, and all offering unobstructed views. Sizes range from just under 1000 sq ft to almost 1600 sq ft. The features and finishes rival that of the Ritz Carlton (same interior designer: Munge Leung) at a fraction of the price combined with the exclusivity that comes with living in a 90-unit building in an established downtown neighbourhood. Finishes include: 11′ ceilings, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliance package, bathrooms drenched in marble, wide plank engineered hardwood throughout, high end kitchen cabinetry and premium Italian granite that, in the developer’s words, has never been seen before in a Toronto condo.

The project also has about 20 units still available including a few street level townhomes. Construction is set to start this summer and occupancy is slated for late 2012.

For more details on 12 Degrees, please contact me.

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Coming Soon: Kew Beach Living

Coming soon to the Beach neighbourhood of Toronto: Kew Beach Living. Register with me now for your chance to buy in this project before the public launch. Floor plans now available.

This project could be very important to the future of condo development in this city. It is clearly aimed at capitalizing on the recent trend of smaller, boutique style buildings in established neighbourhoods. What sets this one apart though is that it is going to be located in one of the priciest pockets of one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in the city AND there will be a large proportion of smaller, 1 bedroom units. Typically a project like this would be aimed at end-user, empty nester / down-sizer type buyers who mostly already live in the area and want to stay but with the enjoyment of the condo life style. As such you would not see many units under about 800 square feet, and you probably wouldn’t hear about it because it would mostly be advertised in its own local area. This one you will probably see promoted and plastered all over the internet by downtown agents like myself with  first time buyer and investor clients will be wanting to grab suites here that are under 700 sq ft (by my rough count, almost half the suites in the building will be less than 700 sq ft).

The average selling price of a freehold home on Kippendavie and the surrounding streets in the past year is about $700K. Not so different from any number of streets in any number of great neighbourhoods in Toronto. Now first time buyers and investors will be able to own a great property for less than half the existing average prices.

If this project is a success (and I can’t see any reason why it would not be from a sales perspective), I think we will see more projects like it in the next couple years – small infill type buildings with a large percentage of units under 700 sq ft. Think: the hole in the ground at Woodbine and Danforth. The one caveat I would put on this project is it has already faced plenty of opposition from Beach residents who say their streets are no place for this type of development. The city has yet to officially approve the re-zoning for the building, grant permits etc. and it has the potential to go to the Ontario Municipal Board if opposition to it continues. Potential buyers must be aware of this risk when plunking down their deposits.

More details coming later this month. Contact me to get it first.

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Plenty of Great Units Still Available at CASA and Bloor Street Neighbourhood

Most developers have shelved their plans for launching new projects in 2009 in favour of promoting and marketing their projects already on the go. Cresford is currently pushing their 2 developments under construction located on Charles St, just south of Yonge and Bloor. If you are looking for a new condo in a prime downtown location and want to move in in the next 12 months, BSN: Bloor Street Neighbourhood and CASA could be good options for you.

It’s debatable whether or not this location is truly Yorkville, but it’s steps from Bloor Street shopping, the Yonge and Bloor line subways, the Manulife Centre, and about half a dozen Starbucks locations. 

There are still plenty of great units available at both buildings and Cresford is offering some pretty good incentives right now. For suites priced over $600,000, Cresford is offering a free parking spot and locker (valued at around $40K), and for suites priced under $600,000 they are offering 2% cash back (not as exciting).

Architecturally these two buildings offer a striking contrast. BSN is more of a traditional high rise with a staggered podium and a unique L-shape. CASA is a great example of a Toronto modernist condo designed by architectsAlliance with a ‘glass box in the sky’ feel to it. Key features at BSN include 10′ ceilings, huge terraces, and generous floor plans. CASA will feature an outdoor pool that will be open year round. 

Price per square foot varies from $500-$700 depending on the unit, exposure, balconies (see current price list below).

If you are interested in more information about Casa or BSN, please contact me.

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Fly Condos VIP Sales Event on NOW

April 2009 update: NEW PRICES  and NEW FLOOR PLANS now available for FLY Condos. Suites available from an amazing $159,900! Click here for details.

Fly Condos – the wait is finally over! Email me to get your hands on VIP price sheet right away for Fly Condos.

Project Details:

• Location: Front and Spadina
• Size: 24 Storeys, 396 units
• Starting Prices (tower suites): $269,900 for 495 sq ft to $684,900 for 1112 sq ft.
• Price per square foot from the Mid $500s
• Penthouse Pricing starting from $849,900 for 1145 sq ft to $1,169,900 for 1533 sq ft
• Loft Pricing from $399,900 for 690 sq ft to $619,900 for 1050 sq ft
• Terrace Suite Pricing from $289,900 for 495 sq ft to $419,900 for 710 sq ft
• Parking $35,000
• Lockers $5000
• Floor Premiums: $1000 per floor
• Maintenance: $0.46/sq ft + Hydro
• Occupancy: Oct 31, 2011
• Deposit Structure: $2000 with offer, balance of 5% in 30 days, 5% in 90 days, 5% in 180 days, 5% in Occupancy

They are offering some incredible incentives for purchasers during the VIP stage:

• Savings of up to $15,000 per unit
• FREE Locker ($5000 value)
• FREE Assignment Prior to occupancy
• FREE Upgrade to Integrated Fridge and Dishwasher in Kitchen
• FREE In-suite 5.1 Surround Sound Home Entertainment System ($3000 Value)

Also being released at the VIP stage are some of the Terraced Suites, the lofts, and some of the Penthouse suites. Contact me for more information.

Click here to view the Fly Condos floor plans.

Contact me now and I will send you the Fly Condos VIP Price Sheet.

April 2009 update: NEW PRICES  and NEW FLOOR PLANS now available for FLY Condos. Suites available from an amazing $159,900! Click here for details.

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The King East Designer Condominium at King and Parliament: VIP Sales Event

Coming Soon to King and Parliament from the Sher Corporation, Lamb Developments and Hyde Park Homes: The King East Designer Condominium. Register with me now for your chance to buy before the public at an exclusive VIP sales event.

The King East will be a 14 storey tower located at King and Parliament in the heart of the design district that dominates King St. East. Just steps away from great neighbourhoods like the St. Lawrence Market, Corktown, and the ultra-hip Distillery District, The King East will offer suites from the $200′s to $1.7 million.

Designed by the award winning Core Architects, The King East is partly intended to be something of an homage to the greatest designers of the modern era of design.

For more information or to register for the upcoming VIP sales event, please contact me.

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The Bayview – Terraced Condominium Residences at Bayview & Sheppard by Daniels

The Bayview by Daniels at Bayview and Sheppard. Special VIP preview event coming soon. Exquisite luxury and five star service. Pricing from the $300s to over $1 Million. Exclusive collection of 1 bedroom + den and 2 bedroom + den suites.

Contact me now for your opportunity to attend an upcoming preview luncheon for this exciting new project by Daniels. Floor plans and pricing information will be available for your consideration.

Oct 30 update: Great units still available. Contact me for the latest purchaser incentives as well as current pricing and availability.

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