Aqualina at Bayside Toronto

Bound by Sherbourne, Queens Quay, Parliament and Lake Ontario, Bayside is yet another brand new neighbourhood being developed in our city. On Wednesday, Tridel and Hines released details of the first condominium to be built in the area.

Aqualina at Bayside Toronto was designed by Miami-based Arquitectonica out of their New York office. It will provide the new waterfront neighbourhood with 363 suites and, like other buildings in the area close to the water, will retain a lower height of only 13 storeys. Unit sizes will range from one bedroom and 560 square feet, up to three bedrooms and 2,100 square feet. The building is designed to be a series of stacked cubes with angled balconies to take the best advantage of the views the lake will provide. While all buildings in Bayside Toronto will be LEED Gold Certified, Hines is striving to have Aqualina certified LEED Platinum.

At only 1.7 km to Union Station, the future Bayside Toronto is closer to downtown than most people realize, and at 13 acres, it's a sizeable parcel. Throughout its development, 1,900 residences will be constructed on its blocks. A number of landscaped public parks, a water's-edge promenade, through-streets and light-rail transit will be just some of the new features of this long neglected area of the city. Over its various phases, Bayside Toronto is expected represent an investment of a total of approximately $1.1 billion.

Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/aqualina-at-bayside-toronto.html to download floor plan, brochure and price list.

Address: 200 Queens Quay E. 
Floors: 13
Total number of units: 363
Types of units: Range from one-bedroom to three-bedroom. 
Unit sizes (in square feet): 560 to 2,100. 
Ceiling heights: N/A
Starting prices for available units: low $300,000s
Developer: Tridel and Hines 


1 bedroom units starts at $357k
2 bedroom units starts at $537k
9' Standard ceiling height
Tentative occupancy - Fall 2016
Parking - available for 1 bedroom plus den and larger at $45000
Deposit Structure
- 5% due on signing
- 5% due 120 days after signing
- 5% due 270 days after signing
- 5% due 450 days after signing

OAK KNOLL (Yonge Street & Bloomington Road)

Acorn Homes' newest signature community of luxury homes is set by a 100-acre greenbelt reserve. Phase one will include exceptionally finished homes on 38 ft. lots, and 28 ft. single homes with detached garages in the rear. As Oak Knoll grows, it will become an urban community surrounded by peace and quiet.

Ravine Lots Premiums range from 93k to 135k
Extra deep lots premiums with walk out basement from 25k to 32k 
Deposit Structure - $20,000 with offer, $25,000 within sixty days

Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/oak-knoll---yonge-street--bloomington-road.html
to download floor plans and price list. 

GTA Real Estate Newsletter - June 2013

Sales in May from the Toronto Real Estate Board, 10,182 homes sold, bringing the year total to 37,224. 43.15% of the annual sales occurred by May 31, so it appears that we will have over 86,000 sales by the end of 2013, making it a more active year than 2010 and 2012, (89,000 sales in 2011). The average selling price for May 2013 sales was $524,174, up by 5.4 per cent in comparison to $514,567 in May 2012, and the average sale price for the year rose to $521,418.

While demand for homes remains strong, there is a slight adjustment occurring, from a Sellers market to a Buyers market. A Sellers market exists when there are fewer homes available for sale than buyers. Prices rise steeply as buyers compete to buy a home. In a Buyers market there are several homes that they can buy and can negotiate at leisure to get the home that they like. However, well priced homes, within 5% of the market value will sell quickly and with multiple offers. (if a property is for sale longer than 18 days we know it is overpriced by at least 5%)

Prices are expected to continue to rise. With recent tightening of mortgage rules, rental properties will benefit as some individuals will continue to rent instead of buying. With low interest rates, it's a great time to buy an investment property or upgrade your personal residence.

ArtHouse Condo (Markham Road & 16th Ave)

Located on Main Street near 16th Avenue in Markham, ArtHouse is home to artist-inspired amenities including an artist's studio, a digital arts centre and a culinary arts room. This is where you can hone your skills, or appreciate the skills of others. And there's always someone at the 24-hour concierge to show your creations to. This is where you can find your inspiration. So let the creativity flow.

Expected Occupancy - Dec 2015
One parking and HST included
Deposit Structure - 
$2500 with Agreement
$2500 in ten days
Balance of 5% in 30 days
5% in 90 days
5% in 250 days

Luxury Finishes - 9 & 10' Ceilings, brush nickel hardware throughout, laminate floors throughout except tiled areas, 5.5" stepped base board and 2.75" trim, extended upper kitchen cabinets, glass tile backsplash, granite kitchen counter tops, stainless steel fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave/range fan, caesar stone bathroom counter, 5' soaker tub, glass shower enclosure

Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/arthouse-condo-markham-road--16th-ave.html
or email kevinyip@reatlyagent.com for more info.
to download price list and floor plans. 

Jefferson Forest Final Phase (Yonge & Jefferson) Price list available!

Historically and geographically, Jefferson Forest is a large wooded area on the Oak Ridges Moraine, purchased by the York Region government and the Town of Richmond Hill in their collaborative commitment to protect, expand and enhance the region's significant natural resources.

This heavily wooded site forms part of the Jefferson Forest Environmentally Significant Area and is now designated by the Province as an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest to be preserved and held for future generations.

Set in one of Richmond Hill’s most luxurious locations, Jefferson Forest offers magnificent towns and single detached homes. This prestigious, established neighbourhood is close to the Summit Golf & Country Club, plus shopping centres and restaurants nearby.

Four builders - click link to go to builder website for floor plans
Fieldgate Homes
Arista Homes
Forest Hill Homes
Madison Homes

Visit  http://www.yippyhomes.com/jefferson-forest-final-phase-yonge--jefferson.html
to see price list or email kevinyip@realtyagent.com

Park Towns (Bayview & Sheppard)

Located right off Sheppard Ave between Bayview and Leslie, Park Towns offers one of the most convenient and accessible locations in the city. From here, all the Metropolitan Toronto is within reach by transit or by car. Just steps from Park Towns is the Bessarion subway station that connects you to the Yonge lien in five minutes and downtown Toronto in less than half an hour. With the Sheppard East subway line's planned extension to the Scarborough RT, travelling to the east end will be a breeze. And finally, with instant access to highways 401, 404 and DVP, the city and all points north, east and west are easily accessible. 

Limited Time offer - 

Free parking

Free locker

Free Assisgnment

Cap on levies and development charges

Go to http://www.yippyhomes.com/park-towns-bayview-and-sheppard.html

to download floor plans and price list. 

Or

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com 

Oxford Gates in Richmond Hill (Yonge & Elgin Mills)

Nestled in the mature and established Richmond Hill neighbourhood at the junction of Yonge Street and Oxford Street , Vogue Homes has created the perfect addition to its successful Phase II Arten Avenue Extension and its Phase 1 development on Vomano Street that features Luxurious homes with premiere appointments and exceptionally detailed quality workmanship. "OXFORD GATE"  is the third phase of the specialized planning to link the existing Arten Avenue to the newly created Phase 1 on Vomano Street.
"OXFORD GATE"   Phase III, together with Phase II Arten Extension and Phase I  on Vomano Street will become an example of trend setting architectural designs surrounded by a newly created park, and existing schools, shopping, and transit just a short distance away.

Vogue Homes has been building custom luxury homes and subdivision homes for over 25 years and has established a premier reputation of being one of the finest homebuilders in the Greater Toronto Area. "OXFORD GATE"  Phase III will consist of executive detached homes on 50 Ft Frontage lots that are up to 225 Ft Deep! Available are stone and stucco bungalows from 2591 sq/ft up to 2745 sq/ft and 2 storey homes from 3493 sq/ft up to 4427 sq/ft.
(from Santino Ferri, Sales Representative of Royal LePage Maximum Realty | Brokerage)

Visit http://www.yippyhomes.com/oxford-gates-at-richmond-hill-yonge--elgin-mills.html to download floor plans. Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for price list.


EXTERIOR & COMPONENTS

* Energy Star Rated Featuring:
   ->  Low E Argon Energy Star rated Vinyl Casement Windows
   ->  Windows & Exterior Door Frames caulked & insulated with energy saving foam insulation
   ->  All Exterior Walls to be 2"x6" framing with R22 Insulation value
   ->  R-40 Attic Insulation value
   ->  Spray Foam insulation in garage ceiling below livable areas
   ->  Energy Star Multi-Stage variable speed high efficiency forced air gas furnace equipped
         with HRV technology, Aprilaire Humidifier and night set back thermostat
   ->  Energy Star rated Central Airconditioning
   ->  Energy Star exhaust fans in all washrooms
   ->  Tankless Hot Water Heater (Rental)

* 30 Year Cambridge Series Self-Sealing Asphalt Shingles
* Aluminum soffit, fascia, eavestroughs, and downspouts
* Wood moulded or Composite Sectional Rollup Garage Doors
* Fully Paved (2 Stage) Driveway including base and top coat
* Fully Sodded front, rear, and side yards
* 200 amp Electric Service with copper wiring throughout
* Poured Concrete Basement walls with Damp-proofing and weeping tiles (Membrane included)


INTERIOR

* 10 Ft Ceilings on Main Floor
* 9 Ft Ceilings on Second Floor
* Eight Foot High Doors on main floor including French Door(s) in Library
* Custom Cambridge Series smooth interior doors with brushed chrome curved lever hardware
   & steeple hinges
* Quality Kitchen with Extended Uppers, Crown Trim, Under Cabinet Lighting, Granite Counter Top,
   Ceramic Backsplash, Rough-In for Dishwasher, Provisions for Built In Appliances including Gas Supply
* Stained Oak Staircase with Oak or Wrought Iron Pickets
* Upper and Lower Cabinets in Laundry Room
* 3 1/4" x 3/4" Pre-finished Stained Oak Hardwood Flooring in all non-tiled areas of main and second floors
* Imported 18" x 18" Ceramic Tile flooring in Foyer, Kitchen, & Powder Room (Laid on Concrete Base)
* Imported 12" x 12" Ceramic Tile Flooring in all bathrooms and Laundry room (Laid on Concrete Base)
* Gas Fireplace with marble surround and wood mantel in Family Room
* 5 1/4" Baseboard with 3" Casing with integrated backband
* Smooth Ceilings throughout
* Plaster Cornice Moulding in Living Room, Dining Room. and Main Floor Hallway
* Whirlpool Raised Tub & Frameless Glass Shower with Rainhead Shower Tap in Master Ensuite Bathroom
* One Piece Toto Toilet in Powder Room and Master Ensuite Bathroom
* 20 Potlights on Main Floor
* Decora Switches & Plugs
* Three Paint Colour Choices from Quality Benjamin Moore Paints
* Gas line at rear for future Barbecue hook up
* Copper water pipes throughout
* Rough-In for 3pc Bath in Basement
* Rough-In for Central Vacuum
* Rough-In for 5 telephone outlets
* Rough-In for 4 Cable Tv outlets
* 5/8" T&G Spruce Plywood Subfloor with engineered floor joists - glued & Screwed prior to
   installation fo finish flooring
* Excavated Cold Cellar
* Tarion Registered with Full Applicable warranties
* + $15,000 in Free Builder's Upgrades

UPPER UNIONVILLE PHASE 2 (Kennedy & 16th) Prices Available

Upper Unionville Phase 2 - is a master community by 4 builders -

FieldGate Homes
Paradise Homes
Arista Homes
Starlane Homes

House types -
13' Townhomes
20' Townhomes
24' Townhomes
25' Townhomes
25' Semi - Detached - 1 Garage
28' Semi - Detached - linked 1 Garage
34' Detached 1 Garage
38' Detached 2 Garges
42' Detached 2 Garage

Visit - http://www.yippyhomes.com/upper-unionville-phase-2.html  to download price list
or email kevinyip@realtyagent.com

Parkside East by Kylemore Communities (Warden & Major Mac)

Introducing Parkside East, our new release allows you to choose from beautiful 30’, 35’ and 43’ lots. A rare opportunity to live in the well-established and award-winning golf course community of Angus Glen. 

31' lots starts at $969 990
35' lots starts at $1.12 million
42' lots starts at $1.28 million

Contact kevinyip@realtyagent.com for floor plans and price list or visit to download price list

http://www.yippyhomes.com/parkside-east-by-kylemore-communities-warden--major-mac.html

to download floor plan and site plan. 

Me Condo (MARKHAM AND ELLESMERE )

Me Condos is a new preconstruction condo development by Lash Group of Companies located at the corner of Markham and Ellesmere in Toronto.

Me Condos is a master-planned community consisting of condo suites and town homes. Me Condos will be 3 towers hosting a total of 700 condo units. Estimated completion date is Summer of 2017

Me Condos is conveniently located! Steps from Scarborough Town Centre, TTC, banks, parks and much more.

Deposit Structure:
20% Total Deposit
$2500 due on signing
Balance to 5% in 30 days
5% in 180 days
5% in 360 days
5% on occupancy
Parking - 1 space included for suites over 575 sq ft
One locker included.

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for price list and floor plans.
Or go to www.yippyhomes.com to download floor plans and building info.

Suite Features:

Solid core wood suite entry door with contemporary hardware and security viewer. Slab interior paint grade doors. Wood door casings with semi-gloss paint. Sliding or swing doors to balcony or terrace**. Stylishly designed painted wood baseboards. Painted walls throughout. Pre-wired for personally encoded stand-alone intrusion alarm system. Floor to ceiling low e argon gas filled windows. Floors: Porcelain tile in foyer, kitchen and ensuite, plank laminate flooring in living & dining areas, dense cut pile carpeting with under-pad in bedroom(s), ceramic tile in main bathroom, plank laminate flooring in den, white ceramic tile in laundry closet/room. Kitchens: custom granite countertops, deluxe brand name appliance package includes refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and over the range microwave oven with built-in hood fan, stainless steel sink with single lever kitchen faucet. Bathrooms: Contemporary vanity and sink with modern polished single lever faucet. Decorative wall lighting above vanity cabinet. White plumbing fixtures. Tile at tub and shower surround will extend to ceiling**. Convenient in-suite laundry. Stacked white washer and dryer** vented to exterior. Ceramic tile. Electrical & Technical Features: Ceiling light in hallway/foyer, ceiling mounted track lighting in kitchen, capped ceiling outlets in dining room, breakfast area, bedroom(s) and den**. Smoke, carbon monoxide and heat detectors. Switch controlled split outlet in living room. All suites pre-wired for telephone outlets in living room, bedrooms(s) and den. Cable television outlets in den, living room, bedroom(s). All suites pre-wired for high-speed internet. All suites include individual security systems. Individual hydro metered suites for personal control . In suite sprinkler system. All suite features listed are as per standard builder samples. **as per plan. 

Building Features:

Tree lined courtyard with scenic water feature. Seasonal pond and skating area. Grand designer-inspired lobby with concierge. Dramatic Lobby water feature. Interactive Sports Lounge with games area, billiard table, bar area and multiple plasma screen high definition T.V.'s. Fitness room with Yoga area. Multipurpose room with kitchen, private dining room, celebrity kitchen overlooking spacious party room, guest suites, Hollywood-style private theatre, Wi-Fi. Professionally landscaped Podium Rooftop with outdoor pool and tanning areas, private outdoor dining and barbeque areas, comfortable lounge and seating areas, custom outdoor fireplace feature, adjacent change room and showers. 

NY2 Condo (Bayview & Sheppard)

In 2011, The Daniels Corporation introduced the most unique homeownership program in Toronto, with their Rent-To-Own Program at the wildly successful NY Place Boutique Condominiums within Daniels' Award-Winning NY Towers Community at Bayview and Sheppard. The response was overwhelming, and the suites were snapped up in record time!

With NY2 Condominiums already under construction and suites starting from the low $200,000s or just $1,489 per month under the Rent-To-Own Program, those who are interested in taking advantage of this innovative homeownership program will want to act quickly - this opportunity will only be available for a limited number of suites.

The Rent-To-Own Program at NY2 has been designed to make purchasing as easy as 1, 2, 3. Here's how it works:
1) Choose a one bedroom, one bedroom plus den or a two-bedroom suite, sign an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and move into your new home starting as early as summer 2014.
2) While you are living in your new home, a portion of your monthly payment will be credited towards your down payment. The total amount accumulated will then be applied towards your 5% down payment.
3) After one year, all you will have to do is top off your 5% down payment for your closing… It's that easy!

Situated at the southwest corner of Sheppard Avenue East and Rean Drive, NY2 will inject striking modern lines with its exterior of brick, glass and sleek window design. Residents will enjoy the serenity of the established surrounding NY Towers community as well as the convenience of being just steps to the TTC, and Bayview Village Shopping Centre - one of the city's most premier shopping destinations. In addition, Highways 401, 404 and the Don Valley Parkway are just moments away along with entertainment venues, great restaurants, parks and more.

Pricing will be about $540 average per square foot.
Only $8,800 for parking and locker combination [parking available for unit size of 545SF or up].

Unit size: Studio - 372SF; also with one bedroom, one plus den, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, etc.

V-VIP Incentive sales package:
1] Free assignment,
2] Deposit: $3500 with APS; Balance of 5% within 30 days; and another 5% in 80 days. [10% deposit in 80 days]
3] Occupancy date: May 2014;
4] South Boundary: at 12 Rean drive which is Claridge Townhouse;
5] Main floor unit mainly commercial, also with one bedroom, 2 and 3 bedroom townhouses which are 2 storey high.
Floor 2-6 are typical units;
7th floor has amenities; also with 2 Units with big terrace facing Sheppard.
6] Price: Pricing will be about $540 average per square foot.
Studio starting from: $219800.

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for more info.

Sky City Condo 2 (Yonge & Hwy 7)

Sky City is a spirited invitation to live life above the ordinary. Two majestic towers rise above a connecting three storey podium in a modern aesthetic of crisp lines and spatial symmetry wrapped in shimmering glass and highlighted with rich masonry. 

Spacious balconies offer panoramic vistas towards Yonge Street and City Centre. The master plan for SkyCity comprises detailed courtyards, with groomed pathways and lush plantings. A forward thinking model of sustainability, the podium will have a green roof with an extensively landscaped terrance, arbors and gazebos, a stunning outdoor fireplace, barbecue stations and more. 

VIP Incentive include:

- $10000 off purchase price

- Extended deposit program

- $5000 deposit on signing

- balance to 5% in 60 days

- 2.5% in 120 days

- 2.5% in 240 days

- 2.5% in 365 days

- 2.5% in 480 days

- 5% on Interim occupancy

- Free assignment

- Pre-capped levies

- free parking and locker

- $3000 credit for use at the Perberton Decor Centre

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for price list and floor plans.

Feature list - 

Harbour Plaza Residence (Harbour & York)

Located at Harbour & York, this Condominium will be part of downtown Toronto's central landmark location. The New South-Core Financial Centre. This building's iconic location is situated amongst the very best entertainment and cultural attractions Toronto has to offer, with Direct access to the City's PATH system.

Project Summary

• The Harbour Plaza Residences by Menkes Developments – 1 York Street
and 90 Harbour Street (York & Harbour)

• The Harbour Plaza Residences is located in the heart of the south
core financial district.

• The south core financial district is the fastest growing office area
in Toronto.

• The Harbour Plaza Residences will be surrounded by 7 brand new
office towers, with more than 30,000 employees. The employments will
definitely drive a strong demand for residential units in the area.

• These new office towers will be completed in 2017, before the
completion of the Harbour Plaza Residences.

• The 4-storey podium connecting the 1 York office tower and the
Harbour Plaza Residences will be a retail plaza, shopping and dining
are right at the doorstep.

• One of the major features of the Harbour Plaza Residences is the
DIRECT PATH ACCESS.

• Union Station is just across the street (via bridge connected to
PATH). Due to the expected high growth in the area, Union Station is
currently undergoing a major revitalization to transform it into a
major destination for shopping, dining and visiting.

• All major office towers are within the PATH system, you can walk to
work in the winter without a jacket!

• The Harbour Plaza Residences are equipped with all major success
factors of investment.

West Tower Sample Starting Prices [From 10th to 54th Floor]
- Studio - 331 Square feet starting at $200k
- 1 Bedroom - 499 square feet starting at $295k
- 1 Bedroom Plus Den - 633 square feet starting at $379k
- 2 Bedroom - 746 square feet starting at $430k

Tentative Occupancy Date - May 2018
Parking - $60000 for 2/3 bedrooms only

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for all the floor plans and price list.

Signature Collection Townhomes 101 Erskine at Yonge & Eglinton

Townhomes range from 1,522 sq.ft. to 2,354 sq.ft. Priced from $895,000 to $1,475,000*

• Oversized kitchens with expansive storage and floor-to-ceiling windows
• Lavish bathrooms showcase custom features throughout
• Private landscaped patio with BBQ hook-up
• Elevators in select townhomes
• Residents enjoy access to full array of condominium recreational and fitness amenities
• Convenient underground parking
• Ideally tucked away, mere minutes from the energy of Yonge and Eglinton, the subway, shopping and superb restaurants

This limited collection of architecturally sophisticated townhomes brings a new aesthetic to a well-established Yonge & Eglinton neighbourhood.
Nestled just south of the condominium tower, these townhomes overlook pleasant greenery and a graceful tree-lined walkway connecting Erskine and Broadway Avenues.

Email kevinyip@realtyagent.com for floor plans and price list

Renting Information - What renters need to prepare!

Prequalification:

• Download Your Equifax Credit Report.
• Request For Letter of Employment. It takes time for your HR to prepare.

Signing Agreement to Lease:

• Standard Lease Agreement (Offer) provided by Ontario Real Estate Association(OREA) to be prepared by your Realtor.
• Fill out OREA Rental Application Form per applicant. (Mandatory) 
•  Within 24 hours  upon acceptance of offer, Tenant prepares a "money order/bank draft/certified cheque" payable to Listing Brokerage specified in the Lease agreement.
• Tenants is responsible for booking elevator with property management office and change utilities ownership from landlord to tenants.

Move-in Date:

• Tenants provide 10 post-dated cheques and/or refundable key deposit payable to landlord.
• Tenants provide tenants insurance statement.
• Landlords provide keys to tenants.

The 2011 rent increase guideline is 0.7 percent.

The 2012 rent increase guideline is 3.1 percent.

The 2013 rent increase guideline is 2.5 percent.