Address: 377 Madison Avenue, Penthouse 708
Neighbourhood: Casa Loma
Agent: Bruno Soares, Re/Max Hallmark Realty Ltd., Brokerage
Price: $2,795,000
A pristine two-level penthouse with Casa Loma views. The living area on the main floor has 11-foot-high ceilings and a balcony just above a tree canopy. The second level has a huge bedroom suite and a 1,200-square-foot terrace.
The owner has never actually lived here. The condo hasn’t registered yet, so this unit is being sold on assignment.
Here’s the kitchen and dining area:
A closer look at the kitchen:
The living room has a wall of wrap-around windows:
The main-floor bedroom:
And the balcony:
Both bedrooms are luxurious enough to be considered the master. Each has an ensuite bathroom, a walk-in closet and heated floors.
Here’s the upstairs bedroom, with its wall of windows:
The upstairs bathroom:
And the rooftop terrace:
There’s no separate office or den, which could make this place impractical for someone who works from home.
• $2,795,000
• 2,350 square feet
• $1,455 in monthly maintenance fees
• 1,200-square-foot rooftop terrace
• 270-square-foot balcony
• 3 bathrooms
• 2 bedrooms
• 2 parking spaces
• 1 wine fridge
• 1 locker
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Article source: http://torontolife.com/real-estate/condos/toronto-condo-for-sale-377-madison-avenue/
The buyers: Amanda Moskowitz, a 34-year-old stay-at-home mom; her husband, Adam, a 39-year-old auctioneer; and their three young children.
The story: Adam grew up vacationing on Lake Muskoka and wanted to continue the tradition with his wife and kids, but their existing cottage was too small for their growing family. It was time to trade up. Amanda was concerned about the kids’ safety: she wanted a place located on a bay, with minimal boat traffic and calm water. Their budget of $1.5 million needed to cover the purchase price as well as any renovations.
Lake Muskoka, Gravenhurst
This one-and-a-half-storey cottage had been vacant for about four years. The previous owners had started a reno but never followed through, leaving the interior gutted and ready for construction. Amanda and Adam loved the idea of having a blank canvas to renovate as they pleased, and the bay location meant tranquil water for the kids. They crunched the numbers and figured they could afford to finish the reno if they got the place for a little less than list price. There were no other bidders, so they were able to win out for $49,000 under asking. A year later, their renovation is almost complete.
Size: 2,800 square feet
Listed at: $949,000
Purchase price: $900,000
Lake frontage: 300 feet
Bedrooms: None
Bathrooms: None
Features: Renovation-ready
Here’s the view from the lake:
And the view of the lake:
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Article source: http://torontolife.com/real-estate/family-five-took-cottage-reno-project-gravenhurst/
Anthony Munk, senior managing director at investment giant Onex (and the son of Barrick Gold founder Peter Munk), appears to have had a change of heart about his palatial Rosedale pad.
After buying his modern home at 361 Inglewood Drive for $4.25 million in 2007 and fixing it up with a partial third-storey addition, Munk purchased the property next door, at 359 Inglewood—an older house, with a brick exterior. Munk evidently had no intention of living in it. Before closing on the home, he applied to the city for a permit to demolish it. In a letter to the city’s building department, Munk’s architect explained that Munk intended to use the spare land to build a two-storey extension on the west side of the house at 361 Inglewood, “in order to address the needs of his family.” The new wing would have given Munk an additional 3,300 square feet of floor area.
But the city never issued a demolition permit, and Munk’s application was cancelled in 2014. He sold the house at 359 Inglewood for $2.845 million in 2016. Now, 361 Inglewood is up for sale, too, with an asking price of $8.38 million.
Even without a west wing, 361 Inglewood is impressive. It sits on a ravine lot, and the living room has floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the lush tree canopy. The master bathroom has the same view, and the treetops serve as a natural privacy screen.
The house has four bedrooms, plus a chic office space on the third floor with a wood-burning fireplace and access to a rooftop deck. There’s a spa with a hot tub and sauna, and an in-ground pool in the backyard.
Munk’s real estate agent, Corinne Kalles, couldn’t be reached for comment.
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Article source: http://torontolife.com/real-estate/houses/anthony-munk-selling-modern-rosedale-mansion/
Address: 1587 Dupont Street
Neighbourhood: Junction Triangle
Agent: Matt Manuel and Paul Johnston, Right at Home Realty Inc., Brokerage
Price: $2,395,000
Previously sold for: $425,000, in 2009, prior to a major renovation
A newly built home in the Junction Triangle, close to the Union Pearson Express and the West Toronto Railpath.
Once a storefront with a residence on top, the home was converted to a single-family dwelling by Soma Studio in 2010.
Here’s the entrance:
The dining area and kitchen:
A view into the living room and atrium:
The library:
There are two bedrooms on the second floor. This is the master:
The master ensuite. Don’t ask us what’s up with the bird (keep looking if you haven’t spotted it). We have no idea:
A rear view of the atrium:
The courtyard’s tall fences and newly planted trees create privacy while allowing light to stream into the two-storey living room and atrium:
Also, out back, a studio space atop the two-car garage has a bathroom and a roughed in kitchenette. It could be used as a gym space, home office, or in-law suite.
The home is a semi, which might be a deal breaker for anyone who expects a detached home in exchange for their $2.4-million outlay. But the property is, at least, on a 24.42-foot-wide lot, making this one of the wider semis in the west end.
• $2,395,000
• $6,130.16 in taxes (2017)
• 3,200 square feet
• 4 bathrooms
• 3 bedrooms
• 3 parking spots
• 1 fireplace
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Article source: http://torontolife.com/real-estate/houses/toronto-house-for-sale-1587-dupont-street/
The dark, dingy laundry room days are over! If you’re like us then your laundry room has likely been neglected and has become one of your least favourite rooms in the house. Time to revamp your laundry room so you might even be excited to do your laundry- ok we know that’s a bit of a stretch, but bear with us!
Lighting: That old fluorescent lighting must be the first thing to go. Find something bright and cheery that makes you want to enter your laundry room! Often laundry rooms have lower ceilings and are a smaller space so you will need adequate lighting to brighten the room.
Change Container: Keep a change container beside the laundry machine to catch any loose change, jewelry, or anything that might get lost in the wash.
Jazz up your hamper: This is a very inexpensive upgrade. Simply replacing your old plastic bin with a stylish hamper will make you happier while doing your laundry.
Change up your detergent: Treat yourself to some nice smelling detergent because life is short so try to enjoy every single minute (we are suckers for lavender detergent)!
Make a washing line outside: Save the world and your wallet by drying your clothes outside on a clothesline. You may be surprised at how good they smell!
Make it loud: Bring a speaker into your laundry room and play music/ listen to the radio as you fold and sort laundry! The time will fly by in no time!
Accent walls are a beautiful way to add interest in a space. An accent wall does not necessarily have to be a big, bold, blue, dark red or green wall. There are many ways to create an accent wall without making a space look small or dark.
Three ways to make an accent wall:
Simple changes at home can make a big impact on not only the environment but also your wallet. For this week, we are focusing on ways you can conserve energy at home. Here are three simple ways to save energy with barely having to lift a finger.
1. Switch Off: Before you leave your house in the morning switch off your appliances, lights and power bars. Although you may not be using them, power bars use a lot of energy just being plugged in.
2. Use energy efficient light bulbs, this is a sample fix and will save you every month on your utilities bill
3. Wash your laundry in cold water, this is better for your clothes plus uses less energy
Hold on to your dryer sheets even after they’ve been used, they can work magic around your house!
Here are some great uses:
Toronto, ON (August 15, 2018) – Garry Bhaura, Broker of Record for CENTURY 21 President’s Realty Inc. is settling into his role as the newest president of Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB). Garry has been a respected member of the GTA community since he began his real estate career in 2000. He achieved broker status in 2003, ABR® and SRES® designations in 2011, an SRS designation in 2014, and is also a Fellow of the Real Estate Institute of Canada (FRI). Beyond his professional career, he has served in leadership volunteer positions at many non-profit organizations.
Garry is passionate about real estate and philanthropy and is excited to combine these passions in his new role with TREB. As he begins his leadership, we sat down with him to talk about the year ahead.
1. How did you first get into real estate?
I have always been drawn to real estate because I like being a part of helping people achieve their dreams. That’s the main reason I became a sales representative, and that philosophy is at the root of every transaction.
2. How did you first choose CENTURY 21 Canada?
My initial interest in the brand was that CENTURY 21 is a well-respected global brand with strong consumer awareness. Then, once I started working with the company, I was impressed with the technology that every sales representative can have access to. It’s unparalleled by any other company, and I haven’t looked back since.
3. How would you describe the current ecosystem of the Toronto real estate market?
Simply put, the Toronto market is changing rapidly and we all must change with it or be left behind. As intimidating as that may sound, it also makes it an exciting time to be here in this industry.
4. Given how much the industry has changed in Toronto in the past year, what will be the biggest focus for TREB?
Technology and training are the biggest focus right now. I plan on pushing TREB past its comfort zone when it comes to new technology. This year will be a busy one at TREB– we won’t be sitting still– we will be trying, testing and learning new processes so we can provide the most effective support to our members.
5. What are your goals for this year?
I have quite a few on my list:
Garry welcomes questions and comments at TREBpres@trebnet.com.
Vancouver, BC (August 15, 2018)- CENTURY 21 Canada has put away their gold jackets and left their golden homes to embark on a new era of real estate. This year they launched a complete rebrand and are seeing results, already outpacing the industry average in growth, both in franchise sales and expansion locations.
“The real estate industry is in a time of rapid change and we are happy to be evolving as quickly,” says Brian Rushton, Executive Vice President of CENTURY 21 Canada. “The new branding is resonating with consumers, and agents are realizing the value that the CENTURY 21 brand can bring to their business. We are excited for what the future holds.”
As of the end of June 2018, CENTURY 21 Canada growth has four conversions from other brands including Realty Executives, Coldwell Banker and an independent brokerage. There have also been two start-up franchises, including one with a former RE/MAX agent who switched over to open a new franchise. In addition to that list, CENTURY 21 Teams and Associates Ltd. recently opened their doors in Windsor, Ontario.
These latest moves continue the momentum the company felt in late 2017. In the past year in Edmonton alone CENTURY 21 Canada has added 100 new agents with the conversions of Realty Executives Masters and, more recently, Realty Executives Leading both to C21. CENTURY 21 Leading Owner Kerry Pfannmuller says the CENTURY 21 offering was just better than the competition. “When I first went to Vancouver to meet with C21, I was blown away by the support and care from the team. I knew that this was something I wanted to be a part of and I haven’t looked back since,” says Kerry Pfannmuller.CENTURY 21 Canada Sees Growth in 2018
The rest of 2018 is also shaping up to be full of change. Late this year, CENTURY 21 Canada will launch a new technology platform with Real Estate Webmasters. They also have more expansion offices and conversions that they expect to be announced. “We are seeing interest in our brand in markets across the country and our investment in technology will continue to pay off for years to come,” says Todd Shyiak, Vice President of Operations at CENTURY 21 Canada.
Canadians not getting closer to their ideal until into their 50s
One-quarter of Canadians identify apartment as their ideal home
Vancouver, BC (August 14, 2018)- A new survey commissioned by CENTURY 21 Canada found most Canadians aren’t getting close to their ideal living situation until well into their 50s.
The survey of 1,000 Canadian adults living in eight metropolitan centres across the country found that, when asked how close their current living situation is to their ideal, 41 per cent ranked their situation as close to their ideal (8 – 10 on a 10-point scale), while 43 per cent ranked their situation moderately close to their ideal and 16 per cent far from their ideal. Once age is factored in the gulf widens considerably, with only a third of those aged 25 – 54 saying they are living in close to their ideal situation while a majority (56 percent) of those aged 55+ said they are living in close to their ideal situation. Even in the 45 – 54 age range about one in five said their living situation is far from their ideal – about the same percentage as young adults.
“While you would expect young adults may not be not living in their ideal situations as they work to establish themselves, it was striking that their satisfaction level didn’t improve significantly until people got into their 50s,” said Brian Rushton, Executive Vice-President of CENTURY 21 Canada. “It was also surprising that while two-thirds of Canadians told us a single detached home is their ideal a quarter preferred an apartment, primarily because they value a low maintenance lifestyle.”
The results also varied by region – see the breakdown below.
Forty-nine per cent of those surveyed identified type of home as their top two priorities when considering purchasing a new home, while 46 per cent identified location/neighbourhood as one of their top two considerations. Other factors include condition of home, size, proximity to amenities, age of home, and proximity to transit.
“This survey tells us that when people buy a home they are buying a lifestyle. What that means varies widely with the individual, but it typically requires deciding what is most important within your budget and what compromises you’ll make to get as close to your own ideal living arrangement as possible,” Rushton said. “This is consistent with what we hear from CENTURY 21 realtors, who tell us they regularly work with clients to help them determine their top priorities in a new home and how that lines up with their lifestyle.”
Across all eight metropolitan areas, 65 per cent of Canadians identified a single detached home as their ideal, with another 24 per cent identifying an apartment as their ideal. The remaining 11 per cent preferred a semi-detached home or other arrangement (trailer, houseboat, etc.). The numbers varied by region, with only 52 per cent of Metro Vancouver residents preferring a single detached house compared to 79 per cent in Calgary and 80 per cent in Regina. Interest in single detached houses peak at ages 35 – 44, especially among those with children at home, declining afterwards. Single people and couples without children are more likely to prefer apartments.
Those who prefer a single detached home identified a private and independent lifestyle, a yard, tranquility, space, and privacy as their top reasons, while those who prefer apartments identified a hassle-free lifestyle and lower maintenance as their top reasons.
On a similar note, while 63 per cent of Canadians would like a bigger home, a significant minority (19 per cent) would like to move into a smaller home.
The online survey was conducted by the Lana Porter Group Inc. with 1,000 Canadians aged 18+ between June 15 and 25. The sample included 200 residents each in the greater metropolitan areas of Vancouver and Toronto and 100 each in the greater metropolitan areas of Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Winnipeg, Montreal, and Halifax.
CENTURY 21 Canada Spring Homeowner Survey Results
How Close Canadians’ Current Living Situation is to their Ideal Living Situation by Greater Metropolitan Centre
How Close Canadians’ Current Living Situation is to their Ideal Living Situation by Age
Question: Now we would like you to think about your current living situation. How close is your current living situation to your ideal living situation? Please use a scale from 1 to 10, where 10 means your current living situation is very close to your ideal living situation, and 1 means your current living situation is very far from your ideal living situation.
What Canadians’ Ideal Home Type Is by Greater Metropolitan Centre
What Canadians’ Ideal Home Type Is by Age
Question: Still thinking about your ideal living situation, what type of home is your personal ideal? Please select one of the following: Single detached home, semi-detached home, apartment or condo (5 stories or fewer), apartment or condo (6 stories or more), mobile home or other type of moveable home, some other type of home.
With one more month of summer left it’s time to cram in everything that is still on your summer wish list! One of our favourite summer activities? Camping! There is nothing better than getting out of the city and sleeping outside under the stars. We have some hacks to make your camping experience that much better! No need to suffer sleeping in the great outdoors with these simple tricks!
Food Hacks
Camp food doesn’t have to just be hotdogs and oatmeal, with these hacks you’ll be eating like a king!
Tent
Your tent is your home away from home so might as well make it as cozy as possible!
The Bugs
Bugs are probably the worst part about camping. They can turn a fun weekend in the woods into an annoying, itchy time. Here are the best ways to keep the bugs at bay:
Save and Track Your Favourite Properties
Save and Track Your Favourite Properties
