Suite offers panoramic city views
BAY STREET CORRIDOR Location: 1166 Bay St., Ste. 1605, Bay and Bloor Sts. Asking price: $1,360,000 Size: over 2,250 sq. ft. Parking: one owned underground space, one ensuite locker Taxes: $7,118 (2012) Bedrooms: 2 plus 1 Bathrooms: 2 On the 16th floor of this 22-storey Cadillac Fairview luxury condo highrise in central Toronto, this two-bedroom corner unit boasts panoramic views of the city.
“This is a very exclusive and prestigious building. The suites are all large, with the smallest unit being around 2,000 square feet,” says listing agent Ira Jelinek.
“All the floor plans in the building also feature great layouts. The concierge and valet are very professional, friendly and, residents attest, always willing to help. The building amenities are on the second floor and include an outdoor garden and a newly renovated spacious gym.
“The suite has a great view facing southwest,” Jelinek continues. “The kitchen was updated within the last five years with new cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The price of this urban unit is at about at $600 per square foot. The building is also well-managed with a healthy reserve fund.”
Just south of Bloor St. W., this downtown building is a short walk to the subway. It is steps from a variety of stores, a hospital, library, theatres, restaurants, shops and the Manulife Centre mall and concourse.
It is also walking distance to the affluent and stylish boutiques in Yorkville.
Built in 1981, the building’s hallways have been recently renovated, reflecting a combination of modern and traditional sophistication. Other building amenities are valet parking, a party/meeting room, an indoor pool with a walkout to the patio and gardens, a sauna, visitor
parking and a convenient circular drive. The building’s lobby is elegant and spacious, with several large chandeliers and a marble floor.
Double entry doors open to the suite’s foyer that features a double closet, and is wide enough for a sitting bench. The adjacent living room boasts crown moulding, entry columns and wainscoting.
The dining room is open-concept and has wainscotting and an expansive floor-to-ceiling window. The updated eat-in kitchen has double entry wooden doors from the dining room. Other features include pot lights, a stone counter with an area for a two-seater breakfast bar, ceramic tile floor, ceramic tile backsplash, built-in desk, double sinks, lots of cupboard space —
some with bubble-glass inserts, built-in breadbox and stainless steel appliances. A highlight of the suite is the openconcept family room with a large window, built-in shelves and crown moulding. The suite also boasts a den with built-in shelves and a large window with a western view. The master bedroom features built-in shelves, a walk-in closet
and a four-piece ensuite with a corner Jacuzzi tub and a built-in vanity table. The second bedroom has broadloom, large window and built-in closet. The suite also has a laundry room. To have a look at this property, contact listing agent Ira Jelinek, Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, 416-464-1022; www.agentira.com.