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Monday, November 17, 2014

Lotus Condo (Bayview & Sheppard)

Welcome to the heart of North York, where everything you could desire is just outside your door. With the TTC subway just steps away and the luxurious shops of Bayview Village right across the street, Lotus Condos presents spacious living coupled with indulgent amenities like a sublime rooftop terrace, state-of-the-art fitness facility, European inspired spa and more.
Lotus Condos is a new condo development by Chestnut Hill Developments and Fortress Real Developments currently in preconstruction at Sheppard Avenue East & Kenaston Gardens in Toronto. The development has a total of 245 units.

Project Details
DEVELOPMENT NAME Lotus Condos
DEVELOPER(S) Chestnut Hill Developments and Fortress Real Developments
BUILDING TYPE Condominium
OWNERSHIP TYPE Condominium
ADDRESS Sheppard Avenue East & Kenaston Gardens
CITY Toronto
STATE/PROVINCE Ontario
POSTAL CODE M2K
CONSTRUCTION STATUS Preconstruction
STATUS Registration Phase
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS 245 units
NUMBER OF STOREYS 11 storeys
ARCHITECT(S) Kirkor Architect + Planners

Contact me for pricelist and floor plans. 

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

5959 Yonge Street (Yonge & Finch)

Located on the east side of Yonge Street on a former car dealership and surrounded by 1950’s era one storey buildings, 5959 Yonge Condos, being developed by Ghods Builders, founded in 1979 by Ghasem Ghods, will create the momentum for a new urban streetscape on what has been until now, a rather overlooked stretch of Yonge Street.


Thursday, September 18, 2014

VOX Condo (Yonge & Wellesley)



VOX Condos is a new high-rise condo development by Cresford Developments. Prices are estimated to be starting from $199,900 - $650,000+ - The project will be 35 storeys and home to 330 units with 3 floors of amenities, the builder will possibly host interior amenity furnishings by DIESEL Living. Minutes to the TTC and even closer to local amenities and UofT. VOX Condos is estimated to launch in late 2014 and is estimated to be completed in 2018 and will be located on 26 Wellesley Street West in Toronto.

Deposit structures:

    5% on signing, 5% in 90 days, 5% in 210 days, 5% in 450 days, and 5% on Occupancy.
Floor premium: $1000/Floor up;
To North and South, Clear view above 15th floor; - one-time price increase at $15,000 at 15th floor for units facing North and South;
To the West, Clear view at 22nd floor, - one-time price increase at $20,000 at 22nd floor for units facing West.

Parking: $49,000 available for purchase for larger 2 bedroom units;
Locker on waiting list.
Levy: Capped at $6500 for studio, one-bedroom and one-bedroom plus den units;
$7500 for two bedroom units.
Condo fee $0.55/PSF, Hydro separately metered;
One-time free assignment (with $500 legal cost ONLY);
Tentative Occupancy - May 2017
Contact me for price list and details. 

Saturday, September 6, 2014

The Eglinton Condos by Menkes (Yonge & Eglinton)

The Eglinton truly is Yonge at heart. Located at 161 Eglinton Avenue East in the prime midtown area known as Yonge and Eglinton, this elegant new condominium proudly takes up residence in one of the city’s most desirable neighbourhoods.The Eglinton will be 33 stories tall consisting of 378 residential units.
189 parking spaces will be made available as well as 284 bicycle parking spaces.
In addition, there will be retail on the floor level.
The Eglinton will replace the building currently sitting on the South-East side of Eglinton Avenue East and Redpath Avenue.


InSider Purchaser Incentives
- 1 year free maintenance fees
- free optional door for all 1BD+DC floor plans
- Deferred Deposit Structure
      - initial $5000 on signing
      - Balance to 5% 30 days after signing
      - 2nd Deposit 5% 120 days after signing
      - 3rd Deposit 5% 370 days after signing
      - 4th Deposit 5% 540 days after signing
      - 5th Deposit 5% on occupancy
- Free Assignment rights
- Cap amendment 

Studio starting from low $200k
1 bedroom starting from $288k
2 bedroom starting from mid $400k 

Contact me for full price list and other info
Or visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/the-eglinton-condos-by-menkes.html to download more info. 


Saturday, August 23, 2014

Residences of 488 University Condo


The Residences of 488 University Ave takes the quality of downtown living to new heights, offering a level of service and lifestyle amenities found only in the world's finest hotels and residences. From the dramatic SkyLobby, to the lifestyle amenities of SkyClub, to valet parking, concierge and room service, hotelstyle service will be available to the residents 24 hours a day. 

SKYLOBBY - SET TO RAISE EXPECTATIONS FOR URBAN LIVING THROUGH DESIGN DRIVEN SERENITY.
As you step off the residential elevators, the soaring view sets the serene tone.
The double height glass façade elevates the experience as you soak in the city lights.
Like the Cosmopolitan spirit it celebrates, SkyLobby has a dynamic edge, capturing this energetic, vibrant city on a grand scale. Your dedicated SkyLobby concierge is ready to address your every need.

SKYCLUB IS WHATEVER YOU WANT IT TO BE. YOUR CHOICE. YOUR LIFE. YOUR STYLE.
SkyClub - two full floors of light filled space, opening into the sun and swim terrace.
The spacious fitness centre is outfitted with state of the art strength and cardio training equipment. SkyClub - a place to indulge in a light meal and a drink at the SkyBar.
SkyClub - a place for the ideal social experience without ever having to leave home.

WHERE EXTRAORDINARY LIVING BECOMES EVERYDAY LIFE.

Imagine a morning swim, an afternoon massage, and dinner at the signature restaurant, all right at your front door. ‎As the sun sets and nighttime emerges, a late night cocktail at the SkyBar completes another perfect day.

OVER 30,000 SQUARE FEET OF LIFESTYLE AMENITIES.

WATER, THE OUTDOORS AND CREATIVE LIVING.

At the Residences of U Avenue, your personal urban oasis is an elevator ride away. Design elements incorporate Art Deco-inspired aesthetics in rich tones and textures creating an expansive feel to each suite. Your home in the sky is also inspired by classic modernism and luxurious finishes that celebrate refinement and indulgence.

AT THE RESIDENCES OF U AVENUE THE ART OF LIVING HAS BEEN RAISED TO NEW HEIGHTS.

Inspired to create a new and fresh concept, a blend of modern comfort and luxury in an unprecedented way.

Every aspect of the residences offer the very best - luxuriant finishes, soaring spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, meticulous attention to detail - a thrilling design made possible by the visionary and creative eyes of II by IV Design.

Special Pre-​Launch Preview Pricing - Limited time savings from $20,000 to $30,000 from launch prices on select units.

Luxury is standard - no cost for high level of finishes, appliances, and in-suite technology, typically exceeding over $40,000​

​ in upgrades. (such luxury items include Liebherr & AEG integrated appliances, lacquered kitchen cabinets, marble ensuites with Kohler​ fixtures, walk-in closet, custom cabinetry, high quality wood floor finishes and designs, cutting edge technology system and other high quality finishes and materials.

Premium per floor: $2000 per floor (with exception of Montaigne at $10,000 premium per floor)

9 Feet Celings

Oversized Balconies




1 bedroom 540 sq ft from $388k
2 bedroom 739 sq ft from $498k 


Contact me for price list and floor plans. VIP date is very near!
Or visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/residences-of-488-university-condo.html 

Saturday, May 24, 2014

50 Wellesley Street East at Yonge

Deposit Structure:
5% on Signing;
5% in 180 Days from Signing;  
5% in 270 Days from Signing – total 15% BEFORE occupancy
5% at Occupancy

Parking: Available for purchase at $42,500 each (2 bedrooms and 3 bedrooms only)
 Locker: Available for purchase at $3,000 each

Assignment: One-time free assignment;

Building Amennities:
24/7 conciege services;
Fully equipped fitness centre
Media & Billard room Year round heating and air conditioning;
2 Guest suite;
Window coverings Included;
PRESENTATION LOUNGE.

TENTATIVE OCCUPANCY DATE: June 1, 2017

Condo Fee: ESTIMATED MAINTENANCE FEES, $ TBA/sqft. * plus hydro;
Parking fee - $99/month; Locker fee - $25/month
PROPERTY TAX:  Approximately 1%


Email me for price list and floor plans

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Beacon Condos (Yonge & Empress)

From Beacon Condos: 

Sleek 35 storey design that heightens the senses and lifts the spirit. Beautifully appointed residences with luxe finishes and fantastic views. A glamorous uptown, centre-of-it all location with direct access to the North York Centre Station, chic shopping, entertainment, dining and more. 

Raise the bar on luxury and style. 

Address: 5200 Yonge Street
Tentative Occupancy - Spring 2018
Parking $35000
Locker $3500

Deposit Structure
$5000 with Agreement
Balance of 5% in 30 days
5% in 270 days
5% in 450 days
5% in 650 days
1000 on occupancy

1 bedroom starts at $284, 000

Email me for more information or visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/beacon-condos-yonge--empress.html


Features & Finishes

SUSTAINABILITY 

• High performance thermal envelope minimizes unwanted solar gain and heat loss 
• High efficiency building mechanical equipment promotes energy savings 
• Occupancy sensors in selected common areas to reduce electricity costs 
• Selection of in-suite light fixtures to fit long-lasting energy-saving lamps 
• Low VOC paints and finishes 
• Hard surface flooring for easy maintenance to remove dust and allergens 
• Water wise fixtures and appliances reduce water use through low waste systems 
• Architecturally designed aluminum window frames with double pane sealed glazed units 
• Building recycling system 

SUITE FEATURES 

• Soaring 9 foot ceilings** 
• Choice of plank pre-finished laminate flooring in entry corridor, living/dining areas, bedrooms, kitchens and dens 
• 4” baseboard with co-ordinating 2” door casings 
• Solid core suite entry door with deadbolt lock and security viewer 
• Contemporary interior doors or mirror slider* 
• Sliding doors and/or swing doors in bedrooms* 
• Brushed nickel contemporary hardware† 
• Wire shelving in all closets† 
• Flat off-white paint throughout kitchen and all areas with the exception of semi gloss paint in laundry and bathrooms 
• Spacious balconies or terraces with sliding patio doors for access* 

KITCHENS 

• Designer appointed cabinetry with a range of colours to select† 
• Quartz kitchen countertops† 
• Choice of designer backsplash† 
• Single basin undermount stainless steel sink, with single-lever retractable 
faucet 

APPLIANCES 

• Designer appointed cabinetry with a range of colours to select† 
• Quartz kitchen countertops† 
• Choice of designer backsplash† 
• Single basin undermount stainless steel sink, with single-lever retractable 
faucet 

BATHROOMS 

• Designer appointed cabinetry from a variety of colours* 
• Quartz vanity countertop with under mount sink† 
• Designer Series single lever faucet 
• Refined vanity mirror and light with convenient medicine cabinet 
• Contemporary water-efficient toilet, faucet and showerhead 
• Tub and/or shower*, with full height porcelain tile surround† 
• Rectangular design, white, acrylic soaker tub† 
• Frameless glass enclosure/door* 
• Porcelain floor tile in master ensuite† 
• Porcelain floor tile in main bath and powder room† 
• Pressure balanced valves in all showers 
• Privacy lock on washrooms doors 
• Bathroom exhaust fan vented to exterior 

Monday, May 5, 2014

ALTER CONDOS BY TRIDEL (Church & Wellesley)

Alter Condos is a new preconstruction condo development by Tridel located at 99 McGill Street in Toronto (Church/Carlton).
Alter Condos will be 33 storeys with a total of 333 condo units.  Estimated completion date is set for Fall 2017.
Amenities at Alter Condos include an outdoor infinity pool, BBQ/Entertaining area, fitness studio, yoga room, movie theatre, party room, aqua spa and games room.
Alter Condos has a walkscore of 100, which means it’s located in a walker’s paradise!
-Fantastic location in the heart of downtown
-5 minutes walk to TTC Subway-College Station.
-4 minutes walk to Dundas Square/Eaton Centre
-3 Minute walk to Metro
-2 Minute walk to Loblaws
-1 Minute walk to Ryerson University.
-Steps to Yonge Street!
-Close to the financial core

DEVELOPMENT NAME: Alter Condos
DEVELOPER(S): Tridel
BUILDING TYPE: Condominium
ADDRESS: 99 McGill Street, Toronto ON M5B 1Z8
UNITS: 333
FLOORS: 33
UNIT SIZES: From 409 Square Feet To 832 Square Feet
PRICE RANGE: From $232,000
ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE: Fall 2017

GENERAL 

A wide variety of unit sizes with ceiling heights of approximately 8’-0” for suites on the 6th to 12th and 14th to 23rd floors, and approximately 9’-0” for suites on the 5th, 13th and 24th to PH floors. Quoted ceiling heights are exclusive of ceiling bulkheads and/or dropped ceilings, in order to facilitate the installation of structural components, mechanical systems and/or ductwork. 
Premium plank laminate floating floor*** with acoustic underlay in bedroom(s), foyer*, hallways*, den*, living and dining area*and in kitchen* 
Choice of ceramic and/or porcelain floor tile*** in bathroom(s), laundry and storage*areas. 
White ceramic floor tile in laundry. 

KITCHENS 

Choice of contemporary style cabinetry*** with double square edge granite or engineered quartz counter top***. 
Stainless steel drop-in sink. 
Low-flow chrome, single lever kitchen faucet, complete with pull down spray. 
Energy Star® high efficiency, built-in panel ready 18” dishwasher. 
Energy Star® panel ready refrigerator. 
Microwave with built-in high capacity hood fan vented to exterior in stainless steel finish. 
24” built-in ceramic cooktop. 
24” built-in oven. 
Ceramic tile*** backsplash 

BATHROOMS 

Contemporary vanity cabinetry*** with cultured marble countertop*** complete with integrated rectangular bowl. 
Vanity mirror and wall sconce lighting. 
Deep soaker bathtub* 
Showers. 
Low-flow single lever sink faucets. 
Low-flow, high pressure showerheads. 
Temperature controlled and pressure balanced, shower faucet. 
Dual flush, low-flow high performance toilet(s). 

LAUNDRY 

Heavy-duty wiring and receptacle for dryer. 
Ventilation to exterior. 
Stacked front loading dryer and Energy Star®, high efficiency, front loading washer (complete with stainless steel flexible hoses). Stacked laundry appliances are white in colour. 

SECURITY AND SAFETY 

Concierge monitoring community access systems including two-way communication from selected zones in underground garage and entry areas. 
Personally encoded suite intrusion alarm system, suite door contact and keypad connected to Concierge station. 
Access control system located in the lobby vestibule and at visitors main entry points permits guests to communicate with residents from the building entrance(s). Guests in the lobby vestibule can be viewed in the resident’s suite. 
Surveillance cameras in selected locations in the points of access to the building and garage may be monitored by the Concierge. 
Emergency response key chain pendants, usable in selected areas within the underground garage, will alert the concierge of a distress call (2 per suite). 
In-suite sprinkler system. 
Hard wired smoke alarm(s) and fire alarm speaker. 

COMFORT SYSTEM 

Two pipe vertical fan coil heating and air conditioning system, complete with integrated heat recovery ventilator providing fresh air and heat recovery. Supplementary heating coil installed for year round seasonal comfort control. 
Individual metering of electricity, domestic hot water, space heating and cooling consumption. 
Direct venting to the outside of kitchen hood and dryer exhaust. 
Central building water filtration system. 
Superior air filter media for use in fan coil. 
Integrated in-suite fan coil units. 

ELECTRICAL SERVICE + FIXTURES 

Individual service panels with circuit breakers. 
Designer series receptacles and switches throughout. 
Light fixtures in foyer, walk-in closet(s)*, bedroom(s), kitchen and den* 
Capped ceiling light outlet in the main living area* 
Lighting fixtures designed to fit long-lasting, energy saving lamps. 

COMMUNICATIONS 

Central high-speed wiring connection point. 
Pre-wired cable outlet in living room and bedroom(s). 
One multi-port outlet (telephone and cable connections located on the same faceplate) will replace a prewired cable outlet, installed in a location determined by Vendor.


Friday, May 2, 2014

Soul Condos (404 & Sheppard)




Soul Condos

 is a New Condo by Fram Building located at Fairview Mall Drive and Godstone Road, Toronto.
Soul Condos: a masterfully modern, sophisticated condo just steps to Fairview Mall. Soul condos allows you to stare down at your fears with this inspiring design allowing you to find your best qualities. This is not your typical condo because no one is typical, Soul Condos presents itself with an ability to stand out allowing any new home buyer the opportunity to grow with this stunning development. This modern design and incredible architecture are just a few features to this masterful condo giving you endless possibilities.

Soul Condos Highlights:-Across the street from Fairview Mall
-Direct access to 404, DVP and 401
-Bus stop at your doorstep, subway on the corner
-Convenient living
DEVELOPMENT NAME: Soul Condos
DEVELOPER(S): Fram Building Group
PROJECT TYPE: Condominium
ADDRESS: Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto ON M2J
UNITS: TBA
FLOORS: 18
UNIT SIZES: TBA
PRICE RANGE: From The Mid $200,000’s
ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE: Summer 2017

VIP Incentives

3% off the purchase price$500 Assignment fee Upgrade Kitchen & Bath PackageCapped Development ChargesLease During OccupancyStainless steel kitchen appliances
Paneled Dishwasher
Full Size Washer & Dryer

One bedroom from $258, 900 
Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/soul-condos-404--sheppard.html 
to download floor plans and info. 
Email me for price list. 

Thursday, May 1, 2014

11 Wellesley On The Park Condos (Yonge & Wellesley)

11 Wellesley On The Park Condos is located in the heart of downtown Toronto at 11 Wellesley st west, Yonge & Wellesley, 1 mins walk to Wellesley subway station,2 mins walk to  the University of Toronto, with a WalkScore of 100/100
11 Wellesley On The Park Condos developers Lanterra Developments have proposed to build a 1.6 acre park with only 1 condo tower and 681 units. Lanterra has taken a step to provide local residents with Green Space needed in the are
a.

A true architectural landmark, 11 Wellesley's sculptural design will be a 60 storey residential tower with retail an office on the lower levels. Arrive home and drive into a grand curving porte cochere driveway. 24 hour concierge will welcome guests and direct them to the lobby lounge which is airy and bright with finishes that integrate nature and life. Other designed amenities include a party room with outdoor terrace, equipped fitness centre and spa facility  with hot tub, wet and dry sauna, cold plunge pool, change rooms and relaxing lounge and an indoor swimming pool which opens up to a magnificent outdoor lounge area. Boardroom and a Theater room are also among the amenities offered. Features include engineered hardwood flooring in living, dining, kitchen and den areas, marble, porcelain or ceramic tiles in bathrooms; Mung Leung designed kitchens with granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, integrated and stainless steel appliances. 

VIP Broker Package - 
VIP prices with $200 cash off
Special upgrade package - caesar stone kitchen countertop, under cabinet valance lighting, marble counter in 2nd bathroom, engineered hardwood in bedrooms
$5000 off parking
No assignment fee

Deposit Structure
$2000 with offer
balance to 5% in 30 days
5% in 90 days
5% in 210 days
5% in 365 days

Projected occupancy date - June 2018
Parking - $50000
Locker - $5000

Price from $199, 900 for studio and 
$290,900 for one bedroom 

Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/11-wellesley-on-the-park-condos-yonge--wellesley.html 
to download info.