DNA3 Units Released!
Marina and Mark are happy to say that we have
purchased the south east corner on the 10th floor in Tower A. This unit is a 2
bedroom, 2 washroom unit at 690 sq.ft. and has a wonderful balcony. DNA3 will not be opening to the public until the
fall so this is a great opportunity for our clients to purchase before prices
increase. We are an exclusive agent to DNA3 so we can introduce you to the
project before the public has access to purchase. Call us today for unit
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Semi-Dead: Few townhouses and semi-detached homes being built
Townhouses and semi-detached homes
have been one of the mainstays of Toronto's neighbourhoods almost since
the city was founded. They were a dandy way for builders to get the
biggest bang for their buck and provided an affordable option for
families.
My first house was a semi on Balliol Street; I paid $24,500 and held it
together with two mortgages.
Now, however, they are fast disappearing from the urban landscape: In
the city of Toronto, semi-detached homes have reached almost
endangered-species status. Granted they still represent a healthy chunk
of the market in the 905 area, especially in Peel and York Regions.
But in Toronto, new semis are so few and far between that they almost
qualify for museum exhibit status alongside the passenger pigeon and the
horse-drawn milk wagon.
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Toronto Mayoral Candidates Small Business Town Hall at
the Gladstone Hotel: September 9
On September 5th, five mayoral candidates are meeting at the Gladstone Hotel for their first major debate in advance of the October 25th election.
The theme of the debate is "We know that small &
medium businesses create the most jobs.
Governments the world over recognize this and are putting forward
efforts to
stimulate their growth. What do the candidates have to say about what
they
would do to make Toronto a place for entrepreneurship, small &
medium
businesses?"
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Renovation takes time, talent and tools
During these dog days of summer, I doubt that renovation is a top of
mind priority for homeowners throughout the GTA but if you're looking to
get started in the fall, keep in mind that the best contractors are
booked well ahead and beware of the contractor that can start tomorrow -
there could be a good reason for that.
The reasons for renovating generally fall into three groups. There
are those "fixing to sell," sprucing up their homes to add value prior
to listing it for sale. Then there are those who are "renovating to
suit," in other words they have bought a home on the resale market and
are making changes to suit their lifestyle and taste. The final group is
homeowners who want to stay put but their home has become outdated or
they need more space or a different look.
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Market News
Greater Toronto
REALTORS® reported 6,564 sales in July - a 34 per cent dip from the record
9,967 sales reported in July 2009. New listings, at 10,825, dropped to the
lowest level for the month of July since 2002.
"The level of July
sales remained below the expected long-term trend. The market has become more
balanced following record monthly sales through most of the winter and early
spring," said Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) President Bill Johnston.
Total sales
through the first seven months of 2010 were up 12 per cent compared to the same
period in 2009.
Notwithstanding
the fact that price trends vary at the neighbourhood level in GTA, the average
price for July transactions was $420,482, representing a six per cent increase
over July 2009. Over the first seven months of 2010, the average selling price
was up 12 per cent annually to $432,253.
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For Sale: 1 Bedroom plus Solarium
260 Queens Quay W 2003
 Spacious And Bright Waterfront Condo, 1 Bedroom Plus Solarium With
Wonderful Unobstructed South West Views Of The Lake And Rogers Centre.
Formal Diningroom Suits Large Dining Set. Upgrades Include Flooring,
Some Appliances And Bathroom. Move-In Condition. Very Well Priced At
Under $400 Per Square Foot. Click here for the full listing |
For Sale: Opportunity to Build Your Dream Home
70 North Park Dr
 Rare Opportunity, No Sales On This Street Since Sept 07. Prime Ravine
Lot To Build A Dream Home. Over 1/2 Acre. Many Custom Built Homes In The
Area. Existing Bungalow Is In Fair Condition. Mainly Land Value. Click here for the full listing |
For Lease: Storefront on vibrant Dundas West
1442 Dundas Street West
 Prime Dundas West Location. 30 Foot Frontage, 2400 Sq.Ft. Retail(9-10'
Ceilings) Plus 600 Sq.Ft. Basement Storage (12'Ceilings). Laneway
Parking And Back Door Entry. 2 Pc Washroom Is Wheelchair Accessible.
Small Office, Shelving, Counterspace, Slat Walls. Suitable For Many
Uses. Click here for the full listing |
Rental Corner - Rented!
5 Marine Parade Dr 1009
Rented for $2600 per month!
Waterfront Grenadier Landing, Stunning South-East End Unit, Floor
To Ceiling Windows With 4 Walkouts To Balcony And Extra Large
Terrace(Gas Hookup For Bbq). Totally Unobstructed Views Of The Lake And
The City Skyline. Approx 1610 Square Feet, 2 Parking Spaces, 2 Spacious
Bedrooms, 3 Washrooms, Walk-In Closets, Hardwood Flooring Throughout,
Fireplace And Large Laundry Room. Easy Access To The Lakeshore, Gardiner
And Ttc.
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Sold! 2 Bedroom/2 Baths
8026 Kipling #221
Sun-Drenched 2 Bedroom, 2 Washroom Unit At The Highlands Of Woodbridge
Boasts An Excellent Split Bedroom Floor Plan That Is Both Spacious And
Functional. Siena B Model Is 1000 Sq.Ft. Plus 165 Sq.Ft. East Facing
Terrace. Prime Downtown Woodbridge Location Is Steps To Market Lane.
Kitchen Features Breakfast Bar And Lots Of Cupboards. Large Laundry
Room, Both Bathrooms Have Oversized Shower Stalls. Parking Included.
Locker Room Close To Unit. Click here for the full listing |
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