West of Yonge
St.
A life less ordinary. Where Art,
technology, communications, and night life co-habitate. Queen
Street West, Chinatown, King West Village to Harbourfront.
Hip. Vibrant. Alive
1. "Twenty" - 20 Niagara Street
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Twenty is located east of Bathurst Street and south
of King Street West. The property is actually attached to
the Victoria Memorial Park. All of the units face east
to the park and further beyond lie some of the best views
of the skyline.
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Twenty houses 4 suites per floor and every 2 units share a private elevator. On the first to the fifth floor, all units have large balconies and suites range from 1100, 1360 or 1540 sq. ft., Three penthouses range from 1400, 1600 and 2600 sq. ft. Ceiling heights are a lofty 10 feet on floors 1-5 and 8-16 feet in Penthouses (living/dining areas have 16 foot ceilings and a huge 16 foot wall of windows). Penthouses have terraces and roof decks. All units are through suites (east/west windows) and the corners have three sides of windows - all units have hardwood floors. Heating is by way of low-pressure hot water radiators, all units have central air-conditioning and most suites have gas fireplaces and stoves. Simply put, all of these suites are stunning.
Built: 1998
Number of Units: 22 suites with 24 parking spaces
Loft Sizes: 1100 – 1540 sq ft
Condo Fee: Moderate
Sales in 2006: 1 - $965,000
2. 200 Clinton
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It's hard to imagine a location better for lofts than being just a few steps from the ultra hip & trendy College/Clinton intersection in Little Italy. A wonderful mews-style development. Essentially the building consists of 2- and 3-story townhouse lofts with ceilings that typically range from 91/2 ft to 11ft. in height. Most units have private outdoor space like patios or decks, and some offer vaulted double height ceilings. Formerly a warehouse, architects Jackson Goad managed to preserve some of the original industrial features like wood beams, exposed brick and authentic hardwood floors.
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Built: 1998
Number of Units: Just 13
Lot Sizes: units range 1300-2400 sq. ft.
Condo Fee: Reasonable, utilities extra
Sales in 2007: 1 Sale $682,000
3. The Worx (Monarch Building) - 436 Wellington St. West
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Located just west of Spadina Avenue on Wellington Street West, this is an authentic loft-style complex with 10 1/2 - 11 foot ceilings, exposed wood columns and ceilings, exposed brick and large windows. Time will prove this building to be one of the best loft buildings in the city, as the location is just steps to the Skydome, restaurant district and has direct access to the Gardiner Expressway/QEW.
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The building features one and 2-storey lofts ranging from 980 sq. ft. to 1800 sq. ft., The top two levels (fifth and sixth floors) are 2-storey penthouse units with terraces. Parking is outdoors and gated.
Built: 1998
Number of Units: 34 units
Loft Sizes: 980 – 1800 sq ft
Condo Fee: Reasonable
Sales in 2007: 4 Sales ($364,000 - $725,000)
4. "Tecumseth Lofts" - 766 King St. West
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Located at the NW corner of King Street W and Tecumseth Street (West of Bathurst Street ), the building is actually a partial renovation of existing 1 ½ story commercial building. Suites range from a 710 sq. ft. one bedroom loft, 1000 sq. ft. 2 story two bedroom loft with terrace to an 1150 sq ft one bedroom and den loft. Ceiling heights range from 9 ft to a soaring 28 ft but generally average 11 feet.
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Standard finishes include real maple shaker cabinets and large open concept kitchens. Some lofts have gas kitchens and all the terraces are equipped with gas outlets for barbecuing. Many of the two story lofts offer living/dining areas upstairs adjacent to the outdoor terraces. Skylights, gas fireplaces, granite counters, hardwood floors and Jacuzzi baths are just some of the other features in many of the lofts.
Built: 1999
Number of Units: 28 Lofts
Loft Sizes: 710 – 1150 sq ft
Condo Fees: Reasonable, utilities extra
Sales in 2007: 2 Sales ($371,000 - $575,000)
5. Camden Lofts - 29 Camden Street
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Camden Lofts is fashioned after a traditional loft structure, however it is new from the ground up. With only 59 suites ranging from 683 sq. ft. to 1200 sq. ft., Camden Lofts is one of the most attractive and design-conscious condominium buildings in Toronto. The development features ceiling heights of 10 ft and exposed concrete walls and ceilings. Most suites have finished polished and sealed concrete floors, suspended spiral ducts and huge multi paned industrial style windows. The 2nd to the 6th floor are all single level 1 or 2 bedroom lofts, the seventh/eighth floor house eight spectacular penthouses with terraces.
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Camden Street is located just south of Richmond St. W. and runs west off Spadina Avenue. Camden Lofts is a quiet oasis in an otherwise vibrant restaurant and club district.
Built: 1999
Number of Units: 59 suites
Loft Sizes: 683 – 1200 sq ft
Condo Fees: Reasonable, heat included, hydro extra
Sales in 2007: 7 Sales ($274,000 - $380,000)
6. The Sylvia Lofts - 50 Camden Street
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Great location on the West side , I block north of King and 1 block west of Spadina, situated on the corner of Camden and Brant Streets! Watch - this area is going to be the most sought after 'Loft location" as it offers low-rise buildings. Some are LOFT CONVERSIONS, other great NEW LOFT constructions with a park nearby and away from the busy streets.
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The Sylvia , features rolling walls that convert open space to privacy, Frasier flooring-hardwood-like for clean surfaces, expansive moving windows ; open for fresh-air but no walk-out letting in lots of light. The design is young, fresh, and open and all for affordable prices!
The developer is Intracorp who has built several other major projects across the country.
When suites are available they go very quickly.
Built: 2000
Number of Units: 64
Loft Sizes: 500 – 1000 sq ft
Condo Fee: Moderate, heat and hydro included
Sales in 2007: 4 Sales ($229,000 - $305,000)
7. Kensington Lofts - 160 Baldwin St. 21 Nassau Street
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Stairways and hallways are massive and offer a very nice feel about them. Interior finishes include cork, bamboo or hardwood floors, kitchens are large and open (perfect for the gourmet) and many units have mezzanines for a sleeping loft or storage. Facilities include a party/meeting room. Parking is located on the first and second floors of the Baldwin Building. It is hard to find a more funky neighborhood than the Kensington Market, thus making it the perfect location for a loft development.
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Built: 1999 – Context Development
Number of Units: 145
Loft Sizes: 500 – 2000 sq ft
Condo Fees: Low, heat included, hydro extra
Sales in 2007 - Baldwin: 5 Sales ($305,000 - $355,000)
Sales in 2007 - Nassau: 6 Sales ($215,000 - $465,000)
8. Hepbourne Hall - 110 Hepbourne Street
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Hepbourne Hall is located just west of Dovercourt and just south of Bloor Street West. It was built by Bob Mitchell from a Church Manse. Only 20 units are housed in this Gothic structure. Suites range from a 550 square foot studio to a 2200+ sq. ft. multi-level, multi-bedroom loft.
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Parking is underground and many suites have open decks or patios. Ceiling heights are typically twelve feet and hardwood floors are a common feature. Maintenance fees are low, however, as with most small loft properties, facilities and concierge do not exist. Hepbourne Hall is a hot property and one of the more inventive small condominium properties in Toronto.
Built: 1992
Number of Units: 20
Loft Sizes: 550 – 2200 sq ft
Condo Fees: Low, utilities are extra
Sales in 2007: 1 Sale ($574,000)
9. The Industrial Revolution - 676 Richmond St. West
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Located on a quiet residential section of Richmond Street West (west of Bathurst Street), 676 Richmond Street West is probably the best located loft complex in Toronto. Where else should a loft be other than steps to Queen and Bathurst? Originally a knitting mill, the building was converted to house 20 condominiums by Mitchell and Associates (Bob Mitchell). Suites range from a 750 square foot one bedroom to 2000+ square foot multi-level suites.
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Virtually every unit has a patio or a terrace. All units come with an underground parking space, fireplace, high ceilings (10-16 feet) and hardwood floors. Separations between suites consist of concrete blocks, insulation and drywall (uncommonly good for a conversion). All suites are air-conditioned and most have huge windows. Many units have two storeys. Due to the small size of the building, there is no concierge. Lofts sell very fast at 676 Richmond Street West.
Built: 1997
Number of Units: 12
Loft Sizes: 750 – 2000 sq ft
Condo Fees: Low, utilies extra
Sales in 2007: 4 Sales ($327,000 - 1,010,000)
10. The Gotham - 781 King Street West
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The Gotham was built by Paul Anisman Canadian Equity and Development is located on King Street West, just west of Bathurst Street. One of the few mill-style loft condominium complexes in Toronto, the Gotham has proven to be extraordinarily popular. Carved from a 1917 harness factory, the building has one bedroom suites ranging from 625 sq. ft. to 1360 sq. ft., and 1 bedroom plus den/2 bedroom suites ranging from 1145 sq. ft. to 1900 sq. ft. Several 650 square foot 2-storey 1 bedroom lofts with balconies exist.
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Some of the nice features at Gotham Lofts are 9 ½ to 12 foot ceilings, exposed brick, timber columns and joists, large windows and hardwood floors. Parking is underground and housed in the building next door (the Citysphere, 801 King Street West). Facilities include an exercise room and several meeting rooms. The building has too few units to manage a concierge; therefore the security is based upon an electronic enterphone system and shared security with the building next door- 801 King Street West. Gotham Lofts is a funky, authentic condominium loft building that is proving to be one of the finest re-sale properties in the city.
Built: 1997
Number of Units: 47
Loft Sizes: 625 – 1900 sq ft
Condo Fees: High
Sales in 2007: 5 Sales ($254,900 - 360,000)
11. The Candy Factory - 993 Queen Street West
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The Massive Candy Factory sits on one whole city block, Queen West and Shaw Street. It was almost 10 years in incubation until the dream of Real Loft Conversion on a massive scale was realized. The project involved of the renovation and conversion of a five
storey factory building, which was built in stages commencing in 1890
and served for decades as the headquarters of The Cee Dee Candy
Factory. The development includes 120 residential lofts, amenity
areas and underground parking. The design and conversion was managed by Quadrangle Architects in 1998. These lofts are in a class of their own! The ultimate loft done in a WARM, WOODSY interior featuring real hardwood floors, exposed fir columns and beams, wood ceilings, floating spiral ductwork and factory x sized windows. The hallways, massive in scope are well worth coming home too!
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Built: 1999
Number of Units: 121 Large lofts - 6storeys
Loft Sizes: 1000 – 3000 sq ft
Condo Fees: moderate with hydro extra
Sales in 2006: 12 Sales ($292,000 - $1,150,000)
12. The Chocolate Factory - 955 Queen Street West
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A Queen West conversion that has incorporated a couple of industrial buildings with a new 6storey addition. This complex integrates red and yellow brick with glass urban chic seamlessly. The neighbourhood is vibrant with the hippest reno'd Drake Hotel and The Gladstone as well as cool Art Galleries and restaurants at your doorstep. Cross the street and you will be at Trinity-Bellwoods Park a green oasis in The City. The lofts very in size from 650sq.ft. - 1200sq.ft. with affordable space for different buyers, but they do go fast.
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Built: 2003 Plazacorp.
Loft Sizes: 650 – 1200 sq ft
Condo Fees: moderate -hydro is extra
Sales in 2007: 15 Sales ($209,900 - $483,000)
13. Stewart Lofts - 32 Stewart Street - A Boutique Loft Building
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The look is clean and futuristic with a very modern "no frills" approach to the common areas. The style emphasis all in the condo unit. There are massive floor to ceiling "warehouse style" windows, columns and ceilings are left in a concrete finish to give that "industrial feel". There are 10ft. ceilings throughout and floors are quality hardwood. You couldn't ask for a better location - south of King Street West and east of Bathurst - quieter, cleaner and becoming the prime "loft location" for the Westside..
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Built: 2003 Harhay Construction
Number of Units: 47 units, eight storey building
Loft Sizes: 480 – 2400 sq ft
Condo Fees: moderate, utilities are extra, no amenities
Sales in 2007: 4 Sales ($240,000 - 305,000)
14. Massey Harris Hall - 915 King Street West
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A true loft conversion building that was the former office building for Massey Harris. Unique loft space with exposed brick, wood beams, super-sized windows, hardwood floors. If you want character with an edge, this is the place.
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Prime location in "King West Village"; streetcar at your doorstep and amenities close by.
Built: 2004 - Canderel Stoneridge
Number of Units: 46 lofts - 5 storey building.
Loft Sizes: 350 – 1250 sq. ft.
Condo Fees: moderate - hydro extra
Sale in 2007: 9 Sales ($255,000 - $490,000)
15. District Lofts - 388 Richmond Street West
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A unique "Award Winning Design" structure that inspires awe with north and south towers rising above featuring a suspended crosswalk connection. A hip location in the heart of the Entertainment and Club districts. Shopping is an experience at the popular Queen West Strip, Kensington Market and Chinese Street shops.
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Built: 2001 - Context Developers
Number of Units: 148 units - 14 storey building
Loft Sizes: 700 sq.ft.-2400 sq. ft.
Condo Fees: High -utilities are not included
Sale in 2007: 27 Sales ($250,000 - $1,180,000)
East
of Yonge St.
There goes the neighbourhood ! Bloor
Street it isn’t but Yonge East
has it’s own eclectic energy
and charm that many of the hipper citizens
of Toronto are learning to love.
Dundas Square, St. Lawrence Market, home of artists, designers,
software and media mecca.
Heritage. Transformation. Metropolis.
1. Imperial Lofts - 80 / 90 Sherbourne Street
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Imperial Lofts is located on the northwest corner
of Sherbourne Street and Adelaide Street East. The building
consists of a 6-storey authentic loft building and a 3-storey
art deco building. The 6-storey mill style structure features
exposed wood beams and brick walls as well as 10 1/2 foot
ceilings.
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The 3-storey building features 10 foot ceilings, concrete ceilings and columns. Parking is available for residents of the building. Views of the city and surrounding area are actually quite good (for now). Suite sizes vary from 780 sq. ft. to 1300 sq. ft. (prices are higher in the mill style building). While there is no concierge and few facilities, this is a very popular loft building in the fast developing East End.
Built: 1997
Number of Units: 60
Loft Sizes: 780 – 1300 sq ft
Condo Fee: Low, utilities extra
Sales in 2007: 8 Sales ($303,500 - $470,000)
2. The Merchandise Building - 155 Dalhousie Street
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Formerly the Sears warehouse, the Merchandise building
is Toronto's largest loft development. A total of 4 phases
exist in this huge development. Literally encompassing an
entire city block, this loft complex features 12-foot ceilings,
exposed concrete ceilings, polished concrete or hardwood floors,
and massive mushroom columns so reminiscent of the era in
which this wonderful building was erected (1930s).
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Designers Norma King, Cicconi Simone, and Brian Goldstein, have literally become city celebrities due to their groundbreaking loft designs. Glass-partitioned bathrooms, elevated bedrooms, granite, open-concept kitchens and huge solid maple sliding doors are some of the key features. Lofts range from 450 square foot to 2500+ square foot 2-storey penthouses feature huge terraces, and some atrium style lofts have balconies. This complex is huge and literally crammed with facilities: 24-hour concierge, outdoor pool, party room, basketball court, fitness facilities, guest suites, and common terraces. The Merchandise Building is located at Dundas St. E. and Church St., just steps to the Eaton Centre and Ryerson University. This development literally changed the development industry in Toronto by showcasing the demand for lofts.
Built: 1999
Number of Units: 450
Loft Sizes: 500 – 2500 sq ft
Condo Fee: High (great amenities)
Sales in 2007: 65 Sales ($218,000 – $613,000)
3. The Knitting Mill - 426 Queen St. East
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Located on Queen Street East between Parliament Street and River Street this authentic loft building features affordable loft living downtown. Most lofts feature exposed brick walls, 11 ft ceilings, wood columns and beams and hardwood floors. They range in size from a 600 sq. ft studio / 1 bedroom to 1200 sq. ft. multi-bedroom plans. As these are real lofts in a converted warehouse, open concept rules. Parking is located outside for a limited number of suites.
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Built: 1998
Number of Units: 28
Loft Sizes: 600 – 1200 sq ft
Condo Fee: Low, utilities extra
Sales in 2007: 2 Sales ($307,000 - $390,000)
4. The Derby - 393 King St. East
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Located at the corner of King Street East and Parliament Street. Originally conceived as investment suites, the building has since resold to become 100% owner-occupied. Suites range in size from 880 sq. ft. to 1100 sq. ft.
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Three lofts have open terraces and several have wood-burning fireplaces. All units have 2 bedrooms, a parking space and 16 foot ceilings in the living and dining areas. Both bedrooms are essentially open at mezzanine level. The negatives here are the cumbersome, oversized stairways that split the living/dining areas into small spaces. 393 King Street East is not a conversion but is one of the most popular condominium loft complexes in Toronto.
Built: 1989
Number of Units: 26
Loft Sizes: 880 – 1100 sq ft
Condo Fees: Reasonable
Sales in 2007: 1 sale ($451,307)
5. The Brewery - 90 Sumach Street
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The Brewery is a massive six story former CBC prop warehouse located a few steps North of Queen Street E. This fantastic development, is one of the cities best conversions. Ceiling heights are 14 ft. high. New windows were cut into the original façade offering huge panes of glass. Most Penthouses have roof terraces and many other suites opted for optional balconies.
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As the building is so large, the units are necessarily deep, generally offering a window only at one end. Most suites feature concrete floors and ceilings with huge concrete mushroom columns. Parking is located inside on the first and second floors. There is no concierge or security guard. However the building does feature a security system. Suites range from 750 sq. ft. to over 3000 sq. ft.
Built: 1998 – Sorbara Group
Number of Units: 100
Loft Sizes: 750 – 3000 sq ft
Condo Fees: Low, utilities extra
Sale in 2007: 12 Sales ($395,000 - $815,000)
6. Richmond Mews - 287 Richmond St. East
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This little loft conversion was a small 5-storey warehouse located just east of Sherbourne Street on Richmond St. E formerly an Instrument Factory. Located in a highly developing area, the building is destined to be very popular as an alternative to the bland mega condo projects currently being offered in Toronto's lower eastside. Ground floor units feature walkouts to private west patios, and penthouses feature large west roof terraces.
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As the original structure was an industrial warehouse ceiling heights are a soaring 11 feet. All suites feature hardwood floors in living, dining/kitchen areas. Windows are large multi-paned panels of glass that allow for bright spaces. Units vary from an 800 sq. ft. single level one bedroom to 1300 sq. ft., 2-storey, 2 bedroom. Parking is located outdoors. This small and intimate loft conversion will continue to be very popular warehouse.
Built: 1997
Number of Units: 15
Loft Sizes: 800 – 1300 sq ft
Condo Fees: Low, utilities extra
Sale in 2006: 1 - $435,000
7. Mozo – 333 Adelaide Street East
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“Modern Living Zone” stunning contemporary construction loft building by context located in the media district in the King Street East neighbourhood home to many galleries, shops, studios, cafes and offices. The building itself is true modernism graduating from a lower brick façade to glass and pro-caste concrete above. Lots of glass, 9 foot ceilings, concierge services and public transit at your doorstep.
Built: 2003 – Context Developers
Number of Units: 150 Units, 15 storeys
Loft Sizes: 630 – 2340 sq ft
Condo Fees: High; utilities are extra
Sales in 2007: 32 Sales ($192,500 - $555,000) |
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