31 07, 2017

JUST SOLD! 88 Colgate Ave #424 – Leslieville


Stunning 1 bedroom plus den condo in the heart of Leslieville! Open concept floor plan with a modern designer kitchen, floor to ceiling windows and an incredible spacious balcony overlooking the tree tops. Parking and locker!

31 07, 2017

SOLD OVER ASKING! 201 Carlaw Ave, Loft 129 – Leslieville


This stunning 2-level loft is located in the original section of the building revealing soaring ceilings and exposed brick with plenty of character. Located on Carlaw just north of Queen St. E, the location is what we consider the heart of Leslieville.

1120 square feet of interior living space provides ample room to enjoy. Open concept living, dining, and kitchen feature light laminate wood flooring throughout. Stainless Steel appliances, beautiful granite counter tops and a handy kitchen island to provide the perfect setting for your cooking creations.

The upper level boasts an impressive bedroom with plenty of natural light, exposed brick walls, 12 foot ceilings, and a triple wide closet for plenty of storage. This level also features a beautifully appointed 4 piece bathroom with modern tiles accented with granite counter tops and a large den area that has potential to be converted to a 2nd bedroom if desired.

2 separate entrances provide easy access to the street level for everything Leslieville has to offer or to the parking area, perfect for carrying in your groceries from the car!

Just move in and enjoy this spectacular home!

31 07, 2017

SOLD OVER ASKING! 233 Carlaw Ave, Penthouse Loft 815 – Leslieville


Welcome to Penthouse 815 in the renowned Garment Factory Lofts!

The interior features trendy style at every turn with a wonderful openness and abundant natural light. The interior and exterior flow is seamless so it is truly an amazing space morning, noon and night.

Recent interior updates give this loft a nice edge while keeping it very comfortable.

The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining with enough space for separate living and dining areas and space for a home office if desired.

The loft features engineered hardwood floors throughout, soaring 10’6” ceilings, exposed ductwork and custom industrial style light fixtures. The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large centre island as well as a modern subway tile backsplash.

The bedroom is a fantastic space to wake up in as the morning sun fills the entire space. There is a large double closet with built ins for added storage and a sliding glass door. The spa like bathroom features a new wall mounted vanity and impressive slate tiles.

The balcony accommodates comfy seating. Perfect for reading a good book and plenty of space for enjoying a barbeque in any season.

The unobstructed expansive lake views are enhanced by a blanket of lush green trees in the summer months and a coat of glistening snow covered roof tops in the winter.

Move in and enjoy this wonderful space!

9 02, 2016

Getting Ready To Sell This Spring? Here Are Some Household Cleaning Tips!

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1. To clean bathroom tiles and grout naturally, try a solution of 1/2 cup of baking soda in 2 gallons (approx. 8 litres) of warm water. Apply with a clean rag or soft toothbrush.
2. To scrub out or blot a stain on a cushion with a slip-cover, put a sheet of plastic between the cushion and the fabric, to prevent the stain from becoming absorbed by the cushion.
3. Most shower curtains are machine washable. Wash yours with some water, detergent and a bit of bleach (for disinfecting), plus add a few towels for abrasion.
4. To clean your dishwasher, consult your dishwasher manual for cleaning instructions, as the methodology may differ based on the interior finish of your machine. Most recommend running the machine with either vinegar, a light bleach-in-water solution, or a brand-name cleaner recommended by the manufacturer.

3 02, 2016

Toronto’s east end has the hottest real estate in the city

Homes north of Danforth Ave. and east of the Don has the shortest sale times in Toronto, according to TREB data.

By: Robin Levinson King Staff Reporter, Published on Wed Feb 03 2016

The trendiest neighbourhoods in Toronto aren’t in the trendy west end, but the east.
Homes north of Danforth Ave. and east of the Don River are selling fast, according to data provided by the Toronto Real Estate Board. The area, which encompasses posh Playter Estates to the west and rough-around-the edges Woodbine-Lumsden further east, boasts the shortest sale times in the city, with homes averaging a mere 12 days on the market compared to a city-wide average of 21 days.

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To the south, Leslieville, Riverside and Riverdale came a close second, with homes averaging 13 days on the market.
Over the past decade, sale times across the city have been declining despite soaring home prices.

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The median price of a Toronto home — stand-alone houses and condos combined — was $643,145 in 2015, compared to about $341,450 in 2005.
Yet in 2015, homes typically spent 21 days on the market, down 10 days from 2005 when they took a full month to sell. It’s a trend that has touched almost every corner of the city. The only areas that did not see a decrease in sale time were neighbourhoods around the Annex, Casa Loma and Wychwood.
Toronto realtor Desmond Brown said that low interest rates and population growth mean that there are more buyers than available homes, so most properties get snapped up fast.
“I think it’s basic supply and demand,” he said. “Good inventory is at a premium.”
That’s great news for sellers, especially for those north of the Danforth who bought at a low price and can now reap the benefits of a decade’s gentrification. Over the past ten years, the median value of homes north of the Danforth has increased 132 per cent, from $288,500 in 2005 to $608,500 in 2015.
“We’ve seen higher prices there, or even bidding wars, because it’s about supply,” said real-estate agent Linda Ing-Gilbert.
A recent listing, a three-bedroom semi at 106 Woodmount Ave., sold in six days for $681,700, more than $80,000 over asking. Ing-Gilbert, who grew up around the Danforth, said the area is often the last refuge for affordable family homes for many in the city.
Most of the bidders for the home west of Woodbine Ave. were first-time home buyers, she said, or young couples looking to upgrade from a condo.
“I think every single woman was pregnant,” Ing-Gilbert said.
Many start out hoping to buy in the more trendy west end, Ing-Gilbert said, but soon come to realize you can get the same amenities — access to the subway, schools and good restaurants — for about 10 per cent less in the east.
But there’s a price to pay for affordability, and that’s popularity, said Brown. Everybody loves a bargain, which means it can take buyers a few tries to land an east-end starter home.
Conversely, homes in neighbourhoods like the Annex can take a bit longer to unload.
“It’s a simple explanation — there aren’t as many buyers for the high-end properties,” he said.
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15 11, 2015

WHAT TO CHECK ON YOUR FINAL PURCHASER VISIT

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When you purchase a home in Toronto, your Realtor will likely include at least 2 purchaser visits in the agreement of purchase and sale to occur before you close on the property. These visits can be used to make sure furniture fits, bring your family to see your new home, select paint colours, etc. You should plan to do your final purchaser visit a day or two before the closing date to ensure that everything is in order. Your Realtor will attend the purchaser visits with you and can help to answer any questions you might have. Now remember, you don’t own the home yet so there is a good chance that you will see moving boxes scattered around and the place might seem to be in disarray. This is normal (within reason). If your final purchaser visit takes place a day before closing and the house is full of garbage, no furniture has been moved and there is a car in the driveway with no tires on it, your realtor should definitely investigate further as it’s not likely that all of this will be resolved in one night.

Here is a list of things to look for during your final purchaser visit:

• Inspect ceilings, walls and floors for any damage that did not exist at the time you made your offer
• Turn on and off every light switch
• Test heating and air conditioning
• Test any exhaust fans
• Test all appliances
• Open and close all windows
• Test all of the outlets
• Check around all visible piping for leaks
• Run sink and tub water. Flush toilets
• Test the garage door opener
• Check for things that you thought would be included (appliances, light fixtures, etc)

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