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What was once a tiny and dark one bedroom bungalow is now a two level, 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bath dream home. 25 Hanson has been transformed into the perfect family house. The stone veneer facade at the front of the home stands out from the others on the street. A granite driveway and cedar porch complete with security cameras are just a few of the executive upgrades waiting for you.

Inside is a completely open main level. Bamboo floors can be found in all other areas of the main level. In the living/dining room there’s an electric fire place, surrounded with a stone facade and two large columns. A Bay window lets the light shine in. Up top are pot lights with set regions set to dimmers for movie nights.

The kitchen has a unique two toned finish. The lower cabinets and drawers have a wood finish to compliment the floors. The above cabinets have a white finish. Both feature a quite close system meaning you’ll never hear a slammed door again! The Countertops are quartz, with a beautiful sparkle finish to them. A breakfast bar was added to maximize the space. Stainless appliances include a built in dishwasher, stove and microwave (with fan) and double door fridge. The sink is extra deep with an industrial faucet. A built in wine rack completes the kitchen!

A walk-out takes you to your private backyard complete with a newly built fence on each side. A large custom built patio allows for tons of entertaining room. Two flower beds were built using the same stone veneer as at the front of the house to tie the two themes together. The custom built shed with cedar doors and window provide ample storage for all your gardening needs.

In order to keep with the open concept theme, the powder room was placed a short flight down the stairs. The laundry room, electrical panel furnace, central vac equipment and water system are all conveniently placed in the lower level. A separate walk out can be found at the front of the house. Another electric fireplace adds to the warmth of the basement. At the rear a fourth bedroom or office with a private 3 piece bathroom is available.

Take a walk up the oak staircase and you’ll find three well appointed bedrooms. Two sky lights were installed to let the light in from the upper level to the lower. At the peak of the hallway, the ceiling height is approx 12 feet. The shared bathroom at the end of the hallway features a Jacuzzi tub and shower system with jets. Porcelain tiles cover the floors and wall. A mosaic tile accent wall carries from the floor to ceiling!

Each bedroom has wiring for phone, cable, and data and each has its own closet. The master has his and hers closets, a large picture window and a separate skylight. The ensuite bath comes complete with a large two person shower. River rocks accent the floors and ceilings and a therapeutic touch to the experience.

You can view all photos of the home in the gallery below:

For a walkthough of 25 Hanson, check out this video:

Feel free to contact me for your own private tour of 25 Hanson by filling out the form below:

Rising on Burnhamthorpe Road West at Duke of York Boulevard across from Mississauga City Hall, Citygate One is a magnificent 35-storey tower, with its striking symmetry to its Sister-Tower, Citygate Two, and articulated cascade design – virtually all glass – makes a distinctive addition to the city skyline.

I’ve just listed one of the largest penthouses at the Citygate community! Approximately 1800 sqft create the space for this 2 storey Penthouse that overlooks Mississaugas City Centre and Square One Shopping Mall. A natural stone foyer greets visitors when they enter the condo.  A storage closet and powder room are conveniently positioned off to the side.  The layout then opens up to a spacious array of living, dining and kitchen space.  The main level feels even larger with its 10ft ceilings and crown moldings above and hardwood flooring in main areas. When the firework celebrations go off below, you get the best seat in the house in front of your private fire place that elegantly rises from the floor to ceiling and overlooks the public square.  The balcony comes equipped with a natural gas hook up for bbq’s!

The kitchen is well appointed with a roomy layout and tons of space for cooking.  Slabs of granite make up the counter tops and island with stainless steel appliances and a wine cooler accompanying it’s high end finishes.

On the second level is where you’ll find a second office, play area (which can be converted) and two bedrooms.  The laundry area has it’s own room with storage.  The master bedroom features his and hers closets, an ensuite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and tons of natural light!  There is a second 4 piece bathroom on the upper level as well.

Parking and locker are also included in the purchase price! Maintenance only $.56/sqft AND hydro is included, in many new buildings hydro is extra! Unique to Citygate, residents also have use of a shuttle service to the Cooksville GO station. Check out a video from inside the penthouse below:

This building is centrally located in Mississauga and is only a short walk to local strip plazas, schools, parks and other amenities. It’s located close to the city’s centre, where residents can enjoy visiting the Square One Shopping Centre, with over 350 specialty shops and services, the Mississauga Civic Centre and the Central Library and community centre, all within a single mile’s radius.

Citygate One offers luxurious facilities such as gym, swimming pool, beautiful kept gardens, BBQ facilities billiards, party room Building features include:
- Daily shuttle bus service back and forth to GO train station. great for people who work downtown
- Gym
- Wellness Centre
- Swimming pool
- Two Guest Suites
- Party room
- Movie room
- Board/meeting room
- Pool table
- 5th floor BBQ and terrace area, including mini-putt golf and children`s play area
- 24×7 concierge security
- Convenient access to all amenities, mall, library, YMCA.
- Close to major highways, 401, 403

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Encore at the Met is a 33 storey condominium complex at Carlton and Yonge.  Completed in 2008, the building features a long list of amenities that include a concierge, fitness facilities, pool, hot tub and a guest suite to name a few!

I currently have a spacious 650 sq.ft suite available for sale.  The condo is located on the 29^th floor and is a one bedroom plus a den. It faces south and is positioned to give the residents sweeping views of the downtown core, from the lake to the East to the City in the West!

The dark hardwood floors are the first thing to catch your eyes when entering the suite.  Off to the left of the entrance is a home office and a open concept kitchen to the right.  The kitchen is well equipped with tons of storage space as well as stainless steel appliances.  The dining room and living room are combined.  There is a walkout to the south facing balcony from the living room that makes for a perfect place to unwind at the end of the day!

The bathroom and master bedroom are separate so guests can use the washroom without entering the bedroom (a big plus).  There is an ensuite washer and dryer located in it’s own separate room.  A parking space and locker are also included in the $420,000 purchase price!

If you’d like to schedule a private appointment to view the place, please fill out the form below:

Live in the newest loft to come to Queen West! 2 Gladstone by Streetcar Developments is a boutique mid rise building with only 55 suites!  I’ve just listed a 615 sq.ft.  one bedroom unit on the top floor, that’s right – penthouse baby, or rather… “pentLoft”!

It’s a corner unit with expansive views of the downtown high-rises from one window and Liberty Village and lake views from the other! Nine foot concrete ceilings add to the open concept feel of the loft. From your first steps into the loft, you’ll notice the extra detail my client personally added to the space. Wood work frames the hallway into the living space.  From there pot lights and restored barnwood accent the walls in the TV area and bedroom.   Pot lights were also installed to top off the loft!

2 Gladstone is located right on the Queen West strip.  The loft is located on the 8th floor, away from the traffic and noise of the street.  The building is neighbours with The Gladstone Hotel along with several other bars, galleries, and boutique clothing stores. TTC is litterally steps from the front door. Parking  and locker are also included. We’re asking $1,900 per month with a minimum of a years commitment!

If you’re interested to living at 2 Gladstone, please contact me below -

Looking for more space? How about a condo with a view? And how about subway access, shopping and grocery stores all at the base of the building?  My latest listing at The Residences of College Park offers all that and more!

Located at 761 Bay Street just south of College, The Residences of College Park is comprised of two towers coming in at 51 and 45 storeys tall.  This suite is in the south tower (45 storeys) and measures approximately 950 square feet.  It fronts on the South and West sides of the building allowing for phenominal City and lake views and gets a ton of natural light!

The suite comes well appointed with two split bedrooms, two bathrooms (one shared and one private), a home office, large kitchen, separate dining and living rooms and a walk-out balcony for unwinding at the end of the day!  In the kitchen you’ll find stainless steel appliances, a glass back-splash, a double sink, granite counter-tops and a newly installed floor!

Included in the purchase price is a parking spot and massive private locker.  It’s located right next to the parking spot and is easily 5 times larger than your standard condo locker!

The building was completed in 2007 and was designed by  Graziani + Corazza Architects and developed by Canderel Stoneridge Equity Group Inc.  Residents of the two towers have access to a long list of amenities that includes Meeting Room, Business Centre, Business Centre, Concierge, Fitness Facilities, Fitness Facilities, Games Room, Games Room, Garden, Garden, Guest Suite, Guest Suite, Multimedia Room, Multimedia Room, Events Room, Events Room, Hot Tub, Hot Tub, Pool – Indoor, Pool – Indoor, Squash/Racketball Court, and Steam Room… The condo has been even known to be home to a few professional athletes over the years!

Check out a full set of photos from inside the condo:

Still looking to see more?  Then check out this video from inside the suite:

The unit is available for purchase at $660,000. Contact me if you’d like to schedule a private showing of the space!

Sick and tired of all BrokerBabble online and in the blogosphere?  Can’t justify paying $1,000,000 for that one bedroom bungalow? … you’re not alone!

Last week, @BigVeech suggested I check out FML Listings – an anonymous Tumblr blogger who shares their opinion on everything from the high prices of buying in the city to the broker exaggerated choice of words in the listing. The blog launched this month and already The Grid TO, Blog TO,  Torontoist, Move Smartly have picked up on their postings!

I reached out to FML Listings and asked a varitey of questions about their thoughts on the current state of the TO market.  Check out our chat below!

How long has the blog been up for?

The blog has only been up for about two weeks. There are about 2 or 3 pages of listings at this point, and I’m finding more and more each day, along with all the amazing submissions people have been sending in. I had no idea there’d be this much content, and it’s almost sad in a way that I have about 20 listings ready to go up as I type this.

What made you start FMLL in the first place? Was there one listing that pushed you over the breaking point lol?

Well, I’ve been looking for houses on and off for a couple years and lately every listing I see is just crazier than the last. Then a few weeks ago I saw one that just killed me—it was a really old run down (and tiny) semi-detached house near the Danforth (listed as “in the beaches”) being sold for almost a million dollars, and I just couldn’t keep that one to myself. I wanted everyone to see how insane that was. The feedback I got when I posted it was so overwhelming; it made me realize that a lot of people didn’t know what was going on with real estate in this city. So I just kept posting more listings, and unfortunately there are tonnes of them.

Is there a goal to the blog?

Mostly for personal sanity. Every time I go to an overpriced open house, I tell myself “no one’s going to buy this.” Then it actually sells for at least asking price. So, seeing all the feedback I’ve been getting agreeing that the market is completely out whack makes me feel just a *little* bit better about the situation, and a little less crazy. That’s always great.

But more so, now that it’s getting so much exposure, I just love that word is getting out on what’s going on. I feel like a lot of people don’t realize how insane the market has gotten, so my ultimate goal would just be to spread the word to as many people as possible, and start that conversation of “wait a minute, is that house really worth a million dollars?”

Realtors loooove to promote the level of sales they’ve achieved through titles with very little value to the public (like platinum broker, 100% club etc) Have you considered giving an award of your own for crappiest listing?

Haha, that’s a great idea!! I would love to do that, but I think about 70% of the listings would win that award. It’d be so hard to narrow it down. When I write each listing out it seems I always start with “and this one is my favourite of all time!!” Then, as a new candidate comes along, I have to take a step back and tell myself that they all can’t be my favourite.

Any examples of listings done well?

It’s hard to say, but I’ve seen a couple good listings here and there. Recently I saw one out in the west end that was overpriced because the owners had just renovated it, but it was beautiful and the realtor was honest and upfront about everything, which is a nice change. But more often than not, most listings I see are very poorly done and rarely represent the actual home and price the home *should* be.

What do you expect out of your realtor when listing your home?

Well, I’d first and foremost expect honesty. I think in this market, agents are just getting lazier and saying whatever they want to make the quick sale. I first used an agent over 5 years ago to buy a condo, and they did a lot of work for me. But now I feel like the market just sells itself, and some agents are taking all this commission and not doing much work for it. I mean right now, I’m about to put my house up for sale (it’s a semi-detached in Richmond Hill), but I’m finding it so hard to justify paying a Realtor $25,000 commission to put a typo-filled, incorrect information, skewed-imaged listing on MLS and just wait for the offers to come in.

What your biggest pet peeve with MLS listings?

Just the lack of honesty in the listings, or the abundance of errors. I mean, if you look at some listings, they’re mapped in the wrong area, have incorrect photos (or none at all), or completely incorrect information. I’ve had agents tell me that to carry a million dollar property I was in, it would be $1600 a month, which I know just isn’t true. Or other agents say in their listings that houses in Newmarket are only 10 minutes to downtown Toronto. Have they ever driven on the 404 during the morning rush hour?? They’re selling inexperienced people a lifetime of debt they can’t afford, and a lifestyle they’re not prepared for. There needs to be some accountability there.

Can others send crappy listings to you?

Yes. I added a submission page for people to email me listings. So far the response has been overwhelming; the content is just overflowing at this point. It’s great that I have blog content, but more so it really makes me upset that there even are this many unaffordable trash houses. And now I’m getting listings from people in Brampton, Mississauga, and other 905 areas. So now it seems like it’s much more than just a Toronto problem.

Have any Realtors contacted you about seeing their listing on the blog?

Not yet, thankfully. I’ve actually had a lot of Realtors contact me praising me for what I’m doing! It’s an amazing feeling, and so validating. I mean, the back-story is that we’ve been looking at houses for years and we just never understood what was going on. Surely agents must know that these properties are overvalued. So to see these realtors email me and praise the site, it’s a great feeling.

In an effort to sell off the remaining units at 3018 Yonge St, the developers are offering a purchasers the opportunity to buy with just 5% down!  Buyer’s only need to give $2000 at time of signing the offer with the remaining 5% due in 30 days. The remaining 15% isn’t due until occupancy!

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