Marina Bolletta, FRI CRES REI ASP Broker of Record

Mark Tavares, Sales Representative 416 947 0777

November 2012 

Welcome to our newsletter for November 2012!   

 

With all the development in the city, it's no surprise that developers are now looking to industrial lands to build and there are at least five sites where protests are being raised, including along Dundas W near the Nestle factory.

 

And can you believe that there are now bidding wars on condo rentals? That's how tight the rental market has gotten. The good news is that, at least in the case below, the apartment went to the most stable tenant, not the highest bidder.

 

Marina and Mark

Condos versus factories

     

The clashing factions in Toronto's condo fights used to be easy to identify: angry residents and ambitious developers. Now, the debate includes factory owners and workers as well. The city is currently undergoing a five-year-plan review, which allows landowners a rare chance to request a change to their property's zoning designation.

 

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Ghost City: 222 Lansdowne Ave

 

 

The building at 222 Lansdowne Avenue currently houses a big No Frills, but the land has seen varied uses over the past century. Before National Cash Register built the current building, it was home to army barracks and a Catholic church. 

 

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Rental condos new bidding-war battleground

    

 

 

Decent rentals in Toronto are becoming scarce - here's one woman's tale of what she had to go through, just for a rental!

 

Carol Endicott ventured into Toronto's condo market for the first time a few months ago and found herself caught up in a bidding war with four couples.

 

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Market News  

 

Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 6,896 transactions through the TorontoMLS system in October 2012 - a decrease of 7.1 per cent compared to October 2011.  There were two more business days in October 2012 versus October 2011.  On a per business day basis, transactions were down by 15.6 per cent.*

 

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Massey Harris Lofts! 

915 King W. PH04

 


Sassy And Chic 'Massey Harris Lofts', Southwest Corner Penthouse, Original Model Suite, Almost 800 Sq.Ft. Plus 155 Sq.Ft. Terrace Overlooking Massey Harris Park. Radiant Heating Under Dark Chocolate Hardwood Flooring On Both Levels, Cecconi Simone Design Includes Stainless/Black/White Galley Kit, Ultra Modern Baths, 17'9' Ceiling Height, Floor To Ceiling Windows, Separate Den, Incredible Master Suite. Bbq/Water Outlets On Terrace. Parking & 2 Lockers.

 

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Updated 3 bedroom home in Trinity Bellwoods  

87 Montrose Avenue

 



This Updated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Home Has Soaring Ceilings And Is Located In Prime Trinity Bellwoods/Little Italy. Open Concept Living Space Features California Shutters, Exposed Brick, Eat-In Kitchen And Hardwood Floors. Walk To Restaurants, Cafes, Grocery Store. Great Garden Oasis, Spa Style Bath, Cold Room, Basement Has Separate Entrance.

 

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Beach Character Home 

49 Wheeler Avenue
 


We found this great home for our buyer!

Warm And Inviting Beach Character Home. Tastefully Updated With Contemporary Flair While Preserving Classic Charm. Rich Hardwood, Wood Burning Fireplace, Built In China Cabinet, Crown Moldings, French Doors, Pot Lights & More. Bright Kitchen Overlooks Gorgeous Deck And Garden. Amazing 3rd Fl. Master Retreat With Original Pine Floors, 2 Pc. Ensuite & Deck.

24th Floor on Yonge St     

16 Yonge St #2411

 
We sold this condo for our client in eight days.

Pinnacle Centre, Wonderful South West Corner Unit, 1012 Sq.Ft. + 59 Sq.Ft. Balcony, 2 Bedrooms Plus Den, 5 Floor To Ceiling Window Banks, Great City And Water Views, 9 Foot Ceilings, Hardwood & Ceramic Flooring, Granite And Marble Countertops And Modern Kitchen.

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Rental Corner: 1 Bed w/lake view
65 East Liberty St.


Listed for $1700 and leased at full asking price!

King West Condo In Liberty Village, Brand New, 571 Sq.Ft.Never Lived-In Beautiful South Facing 1 Bedroom With Lake View. Boasts 20,000Sq Ft Courtyard, Fitness Club & Wellness Centre, Magnificent Rooftop Lakeview Club W/Great Views. Unit has parking and locker.