Torontonians are willing to pay the price for condo lifestyle
Torontonians enjoy the perks of condo life and say it is important for them to have attractive interior design, be close to public transit and entertainment and have amenities like a gym, pool or party room. According to the 2011 TD Canada Trust Condo Poll, which surveyed Canadians who are thinking of buying, or recently bought a condo, Torontonians are willing to pay the highest condo fees for these perks. In fact, nearly half of Torontonians are willing to pay more than $400 per month in condo fees (46% versus only 22% across other cities surveyed).
While they are willing to pay for the perks of the condo lifestyle, condo fees could hold Torontonians back in their plans to eventually own a house. The majority of Toronto condo buyers plan to move within the next six years (54%); in fact, 15% plan to move in the next three years. Four-in-ten say if they had more money, they would buy a house rather than a condo (42%).
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Nostalgia Tripping: Sunnyside Amusement Park
At the foot of Roncesvalles Avenue today eight lanes of traffic roar in close proximity to Sunnyside Beach, but merely 50 years ago, Torontonians would flock to what was then the city's favourite summer playground, affectionately dubbed "the poor man's Riviera."
According to Mike Filey's I Remember Sunnyside: the Rise and Fall of a Magical Era, Sunnyside Amusement Park first opened in last 1922. The idea for a lakeside attraction can be traced back to Charles Phillips, who in 1911 applied for a permission to the Toronto Harbour Commission to operate an amusement device on the shore of the Humber Bay. THC was created the same year in order to redevelop and revitalize the waterfront (a project that's yet to be completed today).
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Doors Open Toronto:
May 28 and 29
Doors Open returns to Toronto on Saturday May 27th and Sunday May 28.
It's a good opportunity to visit buildings not normally open to the public.
Above is 401 Richmond Street West, a heritage designated industrial building that was originally constructed for the Macdonald Manufacturing Company from 1899 - 1923. The building is now home to over 140 artists, cultural producers, and micro-enterprises.
The original character and architectural features of the building have been preserved (including over 800 double-hung wood frame windows) while adding more modern and green elements like a 6,500 square foot roof garden and interior courtyard.
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DNA3 Units Released
We've sold 15 units at DNA 3 so far!
There are a limited number of suites still available, but we think they'll be sold out before long.
DNA3 now offering a few selected suites fully furnished. Call us for details.
Call us at 416 947 0777 for a private viewing.
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Fewer sales help drive home prices up in Toronto
Existing home sales in the Toronto market are down by 17 per cent in April from a year earlier, according to figures released by the Toronto Real Estate Board Wednesday.
The board reported 9,041 existing home sales in April, compared with 10,898 in 2010.
However, because last April was an all time record, this year's figures are in line with average April sales over the last five years, according to the board.
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Upgraded home on 2/3 of an acre!
30 Anchor Court, Holland Landing
 This upgraded home is set on a quiet court near Anchor Park. 70 foot frontage and 2/3 of an acre lot. Thousands spent on bathrooms, hardwood floors, broadloom, electrical, attic insulation, ventilation system, pool, etc. Perfect for a growing family, close to Newmarket shopping and entertainment, parks, schools, public library and York Region Transit. Conveniently located between highways 400 and 404 and close to Greenlane GO station. Rear garden boasts a great child-safe pool, wraparound decking and a large storage shed. |
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Four bedrooms, two baths: Move-in condition!
5252 Richborough Drive
Sold for $34,000 over asking!
Fernbrook Built, 1428 Sq.Ft., 4 Bedrooms, 2 Washrooms, Private Driveway Fits 3 Cars Plus One Car Garage. South Side Of House Attached By Garage Only. Garage Access To Back Yard. Wonderful Deck And Maintenance-Free Interlock Stone Yard With Flower Boxes. Family Sized Kitchen Has A Pantry, Extra Cabinetry And A Separate Dining Area. Renovated 4 Pce Bathroom. Resurfaced Driveway And Attractive Landscaping, Great Curb Appeal. Spotlessly Clean Move-In Condition. Excellent location, close to all amenities.
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Ravine lot with gorgeous perennial gardens
6869 Golden Hills Way
Ravine Lot, Well Appointed, Elegant And Spacious 4 Bedroom Home. Upgraded With Attention To Detail Throughout. Glass Block Veranda, Cornice Mouldings, Ceiling Medallions & Decorative Columns. Hardwood And Ceramic Flooring. Spa-Like Master Bath, Large Bedrooms Suit Full Bedroom Suites, Walk-Out To Balcony From 4th Bedroom. Gorgeous Perennial Gardens Both Front And Rear.
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3 Fully finished levels - walk out to fenced yard
141 Decker Hollow Circle
Sold for $7100 over asking!
Immaculate, Mattamy Built, End Unit Freehold Townhome, Windows On 3 Sides, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 3 Fully Finished Levels. 1927 Square Feet As Per Builders Plans, Upgrades Include Pantry In Kitchen, Powder Room On Ground Floor, Tiles In Foyer & Baths, High Quality Underpadding, Potlighting, Hardwood Floor In Familyroom, Laminate In Recreation Room. Walk-Out From Recreation Room To Fenced Yard. Most Attractive Exterior Facade On The Street. Spotlessly Clean, Move-In Condition
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The Rental Corner
70 High Park Ave #1001
Highly Sought After Luxury Condo At 70 High Park Ave. Breathtaking Unobstructed North Facing City Views Are Perfect For Entertaining On An Extra Large Balcony. Steps To High Park And High Park Ttc Subway Station. Shopping And Night Life In Bloor West Village Right At Your Door Step. Bright And Spacious Unit In Move In Condition. Ideal For Executive Couple Or Single Professional. Offered at $1475/monthly.
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