New Condos - Cinema Tower, Toronto

This is TIFF time of the year.  This year, TIFF has moved into their the new TIFF Bell Lightbox, King St. & John St., built by Daniels Corp.  In about 2 years, accompanied next to TIFF Bell Lightbox / Festival Tower will be Cinema Tower, strikingly dramatic with steel, glass and also curves.  


Not only its appearance is one of a kind, It has something unique to offer.  Being the exclusive condos partner of TIFF, it comes with 3-year TIFF membership and TIFF ticket priority.  There will be residence exclusive screening with special film industry.  TIFF will also run Director's Series in Cinema Tower 's Screening Room.  And MORE... Cinema Tower suites offer outstanding interior: 9 ft ceiling, hardwood flooring, Irpina cabinetry, Quartz countertops and Miele appliances.

Project: Cinema Tower
Location: 21 Widmer St., Toronto
Developer: Daniels Corp.
Architect: Kirkor Architects
Interior Design: HOK
Storeys & Units: 444 units in 43 storeys
Status: Under Construction
Target Occupancy: Summer 2013


Features & Finishes       (link to PDF)


Types & Price (The Legends of Cinema Collection)
- studio from $339,900
- 1 bed from $398,900
- 1 bed+study from $463,900
- 2 bed from $600,900


Floor Plans                          (request)


Cinema Tower is definitely a unique residence in the heart of Entertainment District.  The supplies are finite.  Act now.

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New Condos - ESSENTIAL, Markham

Soon in the Williamstown, Bur Oak Ave. & McCowan Rd., the contemporary and sleekly designed ESSENTIAL Condos will stand out in this residential neighbourhood of single homes.


In addition to a full range of indoor as well as outdoor amenities, ESSENTIAL Condos tap into parks, outstanding schools, Williamstown Mall and net of golf courses (Angus Glen, Meadowbrook, Mandarin).


At a close proximity to Highway 404, Highway 407, nearby Markham GO Train and VIVA, ESSENTIAL Condos are convenient.


New Condos Project:      ESSENTIAL
Location:                   Bur Oak Ave. & McCowan Rd.
Developer:                 Emery Condominiums
Architect:                  Turner Fleisher Architects Inc.
Interior Design:            Chapman Design Group
Units & Storeys:            6 storeys and 168 units
                                                                          Target Occupancy:         late 2013
Features & Finishes (see linked)
Design Types / Price:       Inspiration Collection (1 Bedroom) from $ 235,900
                                Distinctive Collection (1 Bed+Den) from $ 263,900
                                Elegant Collection (2 Bedroom) from $ 319,000
                                Grand Collection (2 Bed+Den) from $ 343,900
                                Bungalow Collection (2Bed+Den) from $ 425,900
Floor Plans:                  email us
Preview Incentives          - $ 5,000 off Inspiration / Distinctive Collection
                                - $ 7,500 off Elegant / Grand Collection
                                - $ 10,000 off Bungalow Collection
                                - Free Assignment


Although the preview bonus incentive is good until Aug. 28, suites are going as we speak.


LIVING the very ESSENCE @ ESSENTIAL

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Urbanation Reports New Condo Records

Urbanation released their Q2-2011 Toronto CMA condominium market overview.  The market has gained new ground with some very impressive records.

- Q2-2011 sets the new quarterly record in new condo sales: 9,455 new condos sold.  The previous record high is 6,997 units set in Q2-2007. (+35%)

- 24,731 new condos were sold over the past 12 months.  This beats Q4-2007 record of  22,654 units. (+9%)

- 39,196 condos,153 projects, are under construction in Toronto CMA in Q2-2011.

- Only 16% of 78,142 units of 306 active condo projects were unsold at the end of Q2.  It is a record low.

- In Q2-2011. there were 44 new project launches introducing 9,182 units to the market.

- The new condo index price in Toronto CMA went from $529 psf in Q2-2010 to $552 psf in Q2.  (+4.3%)

- The condo resale index price of Q2-2011 is $391 psf as opposed to $370 a year ago.  (+5.7%)

- Rental index saw +5.5% improvement in the past 12 months.

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Ming Poa Weekly on GTA Condos Market

If you are a Facebook friend, you may remember my mentioning of Jacqueline So 's (Ming Poa Weekly) article on GTA Condos market.  


For the article, Jacqueline interviewed Ben Meyers of Urbanation, another realtor and myself.  She also had a few Top 10 Condos lists. 

For those who missed this informative article, you could read this Ming Pao Weekly article which was published on June 4, 2011 here.

If you enjoy this piece, you probably would find Jacqueline 's piece on Schools and Home Value interesting.  Check out this and also this post for more information.

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New Condos - ARGENTO, Toronto

It rests within Don Ravine 's Graydon community, among the Donalda Club golf course, David Duncan House and Graydon Hall.

It is minutes away from Highways 401, 404, Don Valley Parkway and TTC network.

It enjoys a fertile field of established amenities: be it shopping, dining, leisure, nature or schools.

It is part of the exciting development happening in York Mills and Don Mills area

It is sleek, contemporary and built by TRIDEL. 

It is ARGENTO.

       New Condo Project:    Argento

       Location:                   18 Graydon Hall Dr

       Developer:                 Tridel

       Architect:                   Rafeal + Bigauskas

       Units & Storeys:          24 storeys and 251 units

       Construction Status:    Preconstruction

       Target Occupancy:      Summer 2014

        Features & Finishes

        Design Types/Price:    1 Bedroom from $263,000

                                          1 Bedroom + Den from $295,000

                                          2 Bedroom from $348,000

                                          2 Bedroom + Den from $448,000

    

         Floor Plans:                email us your specific type

         VIP Launch Special

         - 1 Free Parking (valued $ 38,000) included

         - $3,000 discount for 1 bedroom and 1+1 units

         - $5,000 discount for 2 bedrooms unit

         - Limited Right of Assignment (no charge)

           * worksheet submitted by July 17, 2011

There is still time.  Seize the opportunity.

LIVE & SHINE @ ARGENTO

New Condo - CELEBRATION 2 Condos at Bridlewood Mall

CELEBRATION Condos at Bridlewood Mall (refer to this post)  was launched with much cheers and fanfare in May.  The market just loved Phase 1 so much that only those clients who are lucky have gotten their much-sought-after units.  

GOOD NEWS for the rest of us! CELEBRATION 2 is here -  Malibu and Fishman Group are releasing these 125 suites (yes, will go really fast, I predict) for Broker VIP Broker Promotion.New Condo Project:   Celebration 2 Condos at Bridlewood MallLocation:                   Warden and Finch (exact address TBD)Developer:                 Malibu Inc. & Fishman GroupArchitecture:              Page+Steele  ArchitectsConstruction Status:     PreconstructionDetails:                        Features & Finishes                                  Floor Plans (via email request)                                  Price List (via email request)

VIP Broker Promotional Offer (for sales completed by Jul 10,2011)      1. Special "Cash Back"            $ 4,000 cash back on any 1 bedroom unit            $ 5,000 cash back on any 2 bedroom unit      2. Stainless Steel Kitchen Applicances      3. 1 Parking included in Purchase Price      4. Cap om Levies & Development Charges: $ 4,500      5. 1 Free Assignment Allowed up to 90 Days Before Occupancy      6. 1 Free Name Change Allowed within 10 Day Rescission Period

Deposit Structure:          5% of purchase price with offer                                    Further 5% payable in  90 days                                    Further 5% payable in 270 days                                    Further 5% payable on Occupancy
Seize the opportunity.
LIVE & REJOICE@ CELEBRATION 2 Condos at Bridlewood Mall

Living in Avondale - Oasis of North York Downtown at 80 Harrison Garden Blvd # 216

* SOLD *

 North York City Centre is where Hwy 401,Sheppard , Finch and Yonge cross; where subway stations and transit networks meet; where business, public administration, retails,  culture, education and leisure take place and where diversities take root and bloom.  

Amidst all activities and productivities, there is this cozy, peaceful and beautiful community - Avondale.  Architecturally attractive condos and townhouses developed around a two-acre park with many walkways, courtyards and parks interconnecting elements of this community.  In the busy North York downtown, Avondale is like an oasis.


One of the Avondale prominent condos is Tridel 's Skymark Centre, home of our featured home: 80 Harrison Garden Blvd. #216.


This spacious 1055 sq. ft. 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom condo facing sunny South East with a large terrace overseeing the well attended landscape, walk path and tennis courts.  Here is the video on this attractive suite.

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Of course, 80 Harrison Garden Blvd #216 has access to an incredible set of amenities: indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, tennis court, bowling alley, virtual golf, guest suites, to name a few.

Live in Avondale - Oasis of North York City Centre

at 80 Harrison Garden Blvd. #216, Toronto

New Condos - The Madison at Yonge & Eglinton

Yonge and Eglinton, Midtown-Toronto, is a key hubs developed onward from the Eglinton subway station .  Business, retails, restaurants, entertainments, residences (condos, townhome as well as detached) and  schools - all contribute to this popular fix-use neighbourhood. 

The Madison at Yonge & Eglinton, with her distinctive appearance, exciting retails and elegant suites will further add colors and depth to "the second downtown" of our city. 

New Condo Project:     Madison at Yonge & Eglinton

Location:                     97 Eglinton Ave. E

Developer:                  Madison Homes

Architecture:                Kircor Architects

Units and Storeys:         Two 33 storeys with 490 units

Construction Status:      Preconstruction

Target Occupancy:        July 2015

Details:                        Features & Finishes

                                   Floor Plans (via email request)

                                   Price : podium suite ~ $580 / sq.ft
                                             tower suite    ~ $615 / sq.ft
                                             (specifics email request)

VIP Promotion (for sale up to June 12, 2011):

     1. Parking $42,000 (n/a for studio & 1 bedroom units)

     2. Locker $ 4,500 each                                    

     3. Levies and development charges capped at $ 4,500

     4. 1 free assignment up to 90 days before occupancy


With the revitalization of Yonge-Eglinton, The Madison at Yonge & Eglinton will make a great home and thus fabulous investment.  Seize this opportunity.

Live with the Best of Downtown + Comfort of Midtown

@ The Madison at Yonge & Eglinton