Welcome to our November 2014 e-Newsletter!
Both space and single family homes in the city are at a premium, which has forced people to be creative. Below you'll find a link to four great laneway houses. Architect Frank Gehry has been in the news lately as the Mirvish Gehry collaboration slowly moves forward. The Globe recently published an interview with him, which discusses his projects that were never built and why he wants to leave his mark in Toronto. I also have a link to the city's best delis, a fascinating look at a Grand Rapids home that's listed for $130,000 but houses a million dollar secret and up-to-date market news. Also don't miss the four listings I've got featured, including a terrific investment property at 1 King West. As always, I thank you for your past and future business and any referrals you may have are greatly appreciated.
Brian
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Frank Gehry: A prodigal son looks to leave his mark in Toronto
For architects, place matters deeply. And Frank Gehry, the world's most prominent architect, has his home base and crucible in Los Angeles. He's lived there since 1947; his work has been shaped by Southern California's cultural and physical surroundings.
Though he moved away more than 60 years ago, Mr. Gehry thinks of himself as Canadian, and he clearly cares a lot about what Toronto thinks of him. Soon, his planned Mirvish Gehry project could let him make his mark on the skyline for the first time.
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$1M Pipe Organ Hiding Inside Tiny $129,900 Home
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When listing agents uncovered a 3,200-pipe organ worth $1 million wedged into a tiny home, they were floored. The craziest part? The now late-owner couldn't even play. But he gave up a third of his home to make room for the organ, and now, for $129,900, the house and the organ can be yours.
One third of the 1,937-square-foot Grand Rapids, Michigan home is occupied by an antique 2,300-pipe Kimball organ. It was purchased from a local church by the home's late owner, an auto mechanic with little-to-no playing ability.
Click here for the full article
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Best Delis in Toronto
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For a city with such a large Jewish population, Toronto has a curious dearth of deli options, put to shame by our friends in Montreal and New York City. But there are a few sandwich spots in town that serve salted meats juicy enough and stacked high enough to make the cut. In most cases, these places have been around for decades, and part of the charm is that they seem to have never redecorated or changed their menus.
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Great Spaces: four extremely cool laneway houses
Some of Toronto's most spectacular homes are tucked out of view, nestled in narrow alleyways that run between city streets. Laneway housing is deeply urban, relatively cheap, environmentally smart and seriously stylish. Here, four families that have it all figured out.
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33 Harbour Sq #841
$439,000
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Generously proportioned, multi-level, 1 bedroom Harbourfront suite awaits your personal touch. Move right in read or update ot taste - a true entertainer's space! Oversized living and dining rooms both with Juliette balconies. Large eat-in kitchen with lots of prep space. Private master with four piece path, parking and locker includes. Super convenient location on the lake, steps to Harbourfront Centre, CN Tower, Rogers Cenre, Financial Core, Loblaws, LCBO, transit and more.
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58 Sherwood Ave, Suite 18
$279,900
Charming heritage walk-up! Spacious one bedroom suite separate dining (easily used as den) at Yonge and Eglinton, generous living room with faux fireplace, sparkling updated bath, large windows flooded with east morning sun. Don't miss the peaceful rooftop getaway! Parking available, steps to subway, groceries, restos, chic neighbourhood shops and more.
Click here for the full listing
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295 Davenport Rd #102
$689,000
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Historic Creed Building, Rare Priv Townhouse Style Loft Fronting On Bedford, Well Over 1400 Sf, Open Concept Main Flr Kit/Living/Dining W/Gleaming Hardwood, Gas F/P & Powder Rm, Lower Level Retreat W/Huge Master, Tons Of Closets, Slate Ensuite W/Sep Shower & Sep Family-Sized Den Perfect For Movie Nights Or Home Office. Steps To Yorkville, Annex, Galleries, Museums, Transit, Restos & Shopping.
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1 King St., W. #1501
$239,000 or rent for $1,800 month
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Historic 1 King West, Upgraded, Fully Furnished & Equipped Studio Plus Den Suite With Bamboo Flooring & Custom Built-Ins Providing Tons Of Storage. Convenience Is Key With Interior Access To The Path & Subway, Financial Core. Residents Enjoy Hotel Benefits W/ Reduced Rates On Rooms And Restaurants, 5-Star Facilities With Valet Parking, Gym And Pool. An Opportunity Not To Be Missed!
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Market News
TORONTO, November 5, 2014 -- Toronto Real Estate Board President Paul Etherington announced that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 8,552 sales through the TorontoMLS system in October 2014. This result represented an increase of 7.7 per cent compared to October 2013. New listings were also up on a year-over-year basis, but by a lesser 3.4 per cent.
Click here for the full Market Watch
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