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Hyde Park - The Hidden Gem of Leaside 

Affordable urban living has come to a prime Toronto location! Nestled in the Sunnybrook Park area - one of the largest greenbelts in Toronto - is where you’ll find Hyde Park Lofts & Flats.

A few lucky homeowners have discovered this treasure of a community, as over 50% of these homes have already been sold. Choose from one, two and three-bedroom flats and two-storey lofts, ranging in size from 903 to 1,448 sq. ft. and starting from $267,900. Included in the price is one underground parking space and storage locker, laminate wood flooring, granite countertops and six appliances. Maintenance fees are also very affordable, at just $237 a month, and occupancy is scheduled for February 2007.

Situated in an established area, residents of Hyde Park Lofts & Flats will be able to enjoy all the amenities they’ll need just moments away. Big box stores such as Future Shop, Best Buy, Winners, Staples, Urban Barn, Canadian Tire and Home Depot call this neighbourhood “home.” Restaurants and numerous cafes are a short walk away, as are grocery stores, banks, libraries, schools, daycare and medical offices. Spend an afternoon shopping at one of the many shopping destinations in the area, or catch the latest blockbuster at a nearby theatre. Stay in shape at one of the sports and fitness clubs found nearby. Commutes and weekend excursions out of the city are made easy with close proximity to the DVP and local transit right outside your front door.

A natural oasis, Sunnybrook Park offers residents of Hyde Park a wealth of outdoor activities. Covering almost 150 acres, this greenbelt encompasses a number of parks and is a popular retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Some of the unique activities that you can take part in are horseback riding, rugby, cricket, field hockey, archery lessons and cross-country skiing. Explore the wonders of this park by hiking, biking, jogging or walking the dog through one of the trails, or spend the day discovering the natural beauty of this lovely park.

Inspired by the beautiful surroundings, the interiors of Hyde Park Lofts & Flats are designed to indulge and pamper. There’s even a new designer-decorated model suite to tour, which lets you envision what your new home can look like.

The standard features and finishes are designed to impress. You’ll find pre-finished engineered laminate wood flooring in the living/dining room and hallways, and bedroom. Berber carpet graces the second-floor stairs and bedroom. A stacked washer and dryer makes the most of space in the laundry room, and all suites come with a patio or balcony. Eight-foot ceilings soar above on first and second-floor suites, and rise to 16 feet on third-floor suites.

Step into your kitchen to whip up a meal that would make a chef proud. These kitchens come complete with a choice of designer selected contemporary cabinetry; a choice of imported ceramic tile floor; granite countertops; a premium black appliance package which includes an 18-cubic-foot refrigerator, self-cleaning stove, built-in microwave and multi-cycle dishwasher; a double stainless steel sink; and ceramic tile backsplash.

Unwind after a long day in your master spa. Floors, shower stall and tub surround dazzle with imported ceramic tiles. Enjoy a soak in your five-ft. bathtub, and sinks are surrounded by white cast marble.

Rest assured that your security is a priority at Hyde Park - that’s why your suite comes with a rough-in for an intrusion alert security system. And since comfort is also a concern, all suites come complete with individual thermostat controlled Magic Pak heating and air conditioning.

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Excerpt from an article by Diane Tierney - Toronto Star

A lush canopy of trees surrounded by a hectare of greenspace and landscaped gardens is your view from the balcony or terrace of a condo at the Rosewood — Greenpark’s two highrise condominiums on Wynford Drive, north of Eglinton Avenue East.

All 379 units have balconies or terraces with panoramas of the city. The Rosewood’s classically modern condo towers are highlighted by a stepped-back design. They have a refined symmetry, making them a prominent landmark.

“We launched the site in June and are already about 60 per cent sold. Condo suites range from 600 to 1,600 square feet and some have nine- and 10-foot ceilings,” he adds.”We’re seeing a mix of buyers, from young couples to empty-nesters.”

The condo is also just a short drive to shoppingalong Bayview Ave. and to the Bayview Village mall.Prices start at about $190,000 and occupancy is set for summer 2009.

Read the full article

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Construction has started on the first phase of West Harbour City - Plazacorp/Berkeley’s two tower condominium community that will soon rise near the foot of Bathurst, on the north side of Fleet Street. Residents will live at one of Toronto’s last great downtown lakefront addresses, across from Coronation Park in Harbourfront West. The 36-storey limestone-coloured, pre-cast Phase 1 tower will replace the brown brick brewery buildings that currently occupy the site.

Resort-style living at West Harbour City Phase 1 will include 24-hour concierge and a personal services concierge. At The Harbour Club Spa and Fitness Centre, suite owners will be able to access a rooftop indoor pool and whirlpool, and an outdoor promenade deck with panoramic lake and city views. A grand piano lounge, billiard and card rooms, media theatre, reception and party room with fireplace seating area and a fully equipped catering kitchen will accommodate residents’ entertainment needs. Phase 2, now on sale and architecturally similar to Phase I, also boasts its own Harbour Club on the 11th floor of that building.

The Phase 2 sales centre features two Bryon Patton-decorated furnished model suites showcasing West Harbour City’s exceptional standard features: nine-ft. ceilings; kitchens with granite counters and flooring, Paris cabinetry, Blanco sinks, Kohler faucets, and a full complement of six stainless-steel, white or black KitchenAid and Whirlpool appliances; engineered hardwood flooring in all living areas, foyers, bedrooms and dens; marble floors and counters; and more. The two model suites and sales office are located on the top floor of one of the existing brewery buildings on the property, where visitors can also experience spectacular views of the city skyline, the harbour, the islands and the lake.

Residents will be surrounded by King West shopping, including a 24-hour Dominion store and the many new shops and services of King West Village, as well as the stores (Sobey’s, Rabba Fine Foods, etc.) in Harbourfront, plus the Exhibition grounds, Ontario Place, the Molson Amphitheatre, the Financial District, ACC and Rogers Centre, plus the King West Entertainment District, Old Fort York and the 32-acre park surrounding it, and the Martin Goodman Trail. The new King West Village, with its Dominion Superstore, is steps away. The Harbourfront LRT line is literally at the door, so residents will have immediate TTC access to the subway, Spadina LRT, Union Station and GO Transit.

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