Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Available Condos at M5V

M5V Condo has recently registered however not yet closed. There are some units available for purchase with an occupancy anticipated for later this summer. Currently listed:

1. A one bedroom unit with no parking or locker on a high floor listed for under $340 000


2. A two bedroom and two washroom condo on a high floor with parking listed for under $600 000

Click on M5V Condos for more information or to book a showing.

Sunday, April 17, 2011

TV Interview: April 18, 2011

We are pleased to announce that we will be interviewed this Monday, April 18th, 2011 at 9pm on the TV show “In Tune with Real Estate.” From what we understand, it will be on channels 10 and 63. The show will be filmed live with it running for 13 weeks.We will be asked questions concerning the condo market in general as well as other aspects that come into play when buying or selling a condo. Make sure you “tune in” to see what we have to say!

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

M5V Condo Update: February 16, 2011

M5V Condo is almost there! It truly is a stunning building and the views from the upper floors will be great!
Click on M5V Condos for more information on unit availability.




Monday, February 14, 2011

M5V Condos is Pet Friendly!

One of the things that people overlook when purchasing a condo in Toronto is whether their beloved pet will be allowed to accompany them to their new home. With more and more people choosing the condo lifestyle in Toronto, it can sometimes be very difficult to find a building that will accommodate your pet which in turn makes your condo search a more challenging and more frustrating task.


Many buyers are under the impression that condo policies on pets can be taken lightly because after all you do own the unit, why shouldn’t you be allowed to bring your pet? Unless you want a lawsuit on your hands, abide by the condo corporations rules. To date, there have been many legal battles concerning the pets in condos; therefore it is best to do your research and due diligence prior to purchasing a condo in Toronto if you plan on moving with your pet.

Many condo buildings have rules and regulations that do not allow pets at all or have put restrictions on the size of your pet. Here’s what you can do to ensure you pet can move along with you:

Ask your real estate sales representative to only show you units where pets are permitted. Once you’ve chosen the condo you would like to reside in and you’ve decided to put in an offer, make sure that your real estate sales representative makes the offer conditional on your lawyer’s review of the status certificate. A portion of this document deals specifically with the pet rules and regulations in the condo building, outlining the number, size and type of pets. Even if pets are permitted, any animal that is considered to be a nuisance or dangerous to the health, safety or welfare of the community is prohibited. Click on M5V Condo for more information.



Sunday, February 13, 2011

Great Views at M5V

One of the most common questions posed by Toronto condo purchasers is whether views are important. With the City of Toronto developing at such a rapid rate, it makes purchasing condos with unobstructed views a challenge. With builders understanding how views can be important to prospective purchasers, Toronto condos with unobstructed views definitely have purchasers paying a premium.


The first question you must ask yourself is if having a view from your balcony or windows is important to you. When you begin looking at Toronto condos, it is important for you to know that unobstructed views are very difficult to come by, especially on the lower floors. Even if you find a condo that has a great view from a higher level, always make sure to see if there is a parking lot below. If there is, keep in mind that the chance of a builder developing a condo on that lot is highly probable.

Once you have decided that an unobstructed view is important to you in your Toronto condo purchase, you must figure out what type of view is important to you. In the City of Toronto, the south view is considered the premium view. Depending which Toronto condo you are looking in, the south view can have both city and water views, which makes for an incredible sight. Builders have started to capitalize on this exposure by charging purchasers more per square foot when purchasing a south facing condo unit. If you move more south of the city down to the lake, south views are directly facing the lake. The views from these condominiums will never change and will always maintain their waterfront views. If you don't want to purchase on a high floor, but do want an unobstructed view, there are many condos on Toronto's waterfront that offer purchasers this option.

Buildings located in the centre of downtown Toronto can have stunning unobstructed views. The key is to be on a high floor. Developers have started constructing condos higher than ever in order to achieve these views from all directions. With south views being the most sought after, east and west views also have their advantages. For people who enjoy waking up early to sunlight, east exposure is ideal for them. On the other hand for those who enjoy to watch the sun set and to have longer afternoon light, it is the west exposure that is best suited for you. Ideally Toronto condos that are corner units, can provide double exposure of views. Corner units usually mean having windows in all bedrooms which can be a huge advantage when it comes time to sell your Toronto condo.

It is not only penthouse units in Toronto nowadays that have incredible views such as the higher floors at M5V. In fact many high rise condominiums are offering unobstructed views from their normal suites- not only their penthouse units. A good view is important to many people, therefore purchasing a Toronto condo with a view can help increase the value of your unit when you go to sell!

Click on M5V Condos for more information.

Condo Chicks National Post Shoot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHd1Qvg0U0E

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

M5V Condo on King - Progress



Looks like they are working on the ground level now of the M5V Condo on King Street.

Monday, June 1, 2009

The M5V Condo Progress as of June 1st


The M5V is under way!!

Final Release Suites

Studio from $275,700 ( floor 15)
one bedroom from $315,900 (floor 25)
One bedroom + den from $389,170 (floor 23)
Two Bedroom from $465,700 (floor 11)
Two Bedroom + den from $692,300 (floor 17)

Contact me for more details and for floor plans.

M5V Final Phase Release - DEVELOPER INCENTIVES

Live mortgage free for the first year!!! ( Mortgage paid by the developer)

Contact me for details!

M5V Deposit Structure

$3,000 with offer
Balance of 5% in 30 days
5% in 90 days
5% in 365 days
5% on occupany

Additional Items

Parking: $40,000
Lockers: $5,000
Maintenance: $.044/ ft2
Property Tax: 1%

Standard M5V Suite Features

- 9' ceilings ( 10 ' on floors 34 and above)
- exposed concrete ceilings
- engineedred hardwood flooring
- floor to ceiling windows
- scavollini kitchens
- granite or stone countertops
- porcelain or natural slate tile bathroom floors
- 5 european appliances: stainless steel fridge, gas cooktop, built-in oven, range hood fan, front-paneled integrated dishwasher and washer and dryer.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Toronto's Green Condos

Toronto is going green. I’m sure you’ve noticed a large majority of Grocery stores in Toronto are now encouraging shoppers to bring their own recyclable grocery bags. As well, Torontonians took part in the earth hour which demonstrates that they are becoming more aware of our environment. Did you ever think about living your every day life more green? Well now you can as Toronto has jumped on green band wagon with over over 2,000 green condos units.

You're probably wondering what exactly makes a condo building green. Well for example TAS DesignBuild, also Green Builder of the Year, is currently building a Green condo called the M5V, located on King at Blue Jays Way. They have included motion sensor light switches in the common areas of the condo, energy efficient appliances, dual flush toilets and a roof top rainwater retrieval system with on-site water recycling just to name a few. Living Green can also mean better indoor air quality as developers use low-emission products when installing hardwood, painting etc. Living green means residents can enjoy energy savings of up to 25% which results in lower utility bills, less strain on our energy supply and by reducing green house emissions. All these elements contribute to increasing resale property values. To encourage developers to build green, the Better Buildings Partnership- New Construction (BBP-NC) provides incentives and technical support. The goal of the BBP-NC is to encourage and assist condo developers to design and build condos in a more energy efficient manner and not to just meet the minimum standards as set out by the Ontario Building Code.

So next time you are in the market for a condo, why not be good to yourself and the environment and think Green.

If you are interested in buying or selling a Green Condo in Toronto, contact me.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

TAS Wins Green Builder Award

It’s no wonder TAS won the green builder award this year. The M5V condos offer its residences some fantastic standard green features such as (just to name a few):
- motion sensor light switches in common areas of the condo
- low emissions flooring, adhesives, sealants and paint
- Energy star energy efficient appliances
- Dual Flush toilets, low flow showerheads and water conserving faucets
- Programmable thermostats
- High efficiency glass curtain wall
- Rooftop rainwater retrieval with on-site water recycling
- Water efficient landscaping
- Recycling sorter
- Autoshare membership and exclusive M5V vehicles

LOCATED IN THE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

The entertainment district or also known as the theatre and club district is generally concentrated between University and Spadina along King St and up to Richmond street west. This is where you will find some of the best theatre in the world. The Royal Alexandra Theater, the Princess of Wales theatre and the Roy Thompson hall are all located in this area. On the weekends, this area is bustling with club and restaurant goers.

Craving French food? Italian? Pub grub? The fashion and entertainment district is full of restaurants where you will find any type of food you may be craving. It is also home to many condos and lofts, and the developments just keep popping up.

Construction Well Under Way

Construction is well under was at M5V. With excavation nearly complete, this building will be up in now time. Pictures to follow shortly!

M5V Condos

Situated in Toronto’s historic King West real estate district at King and Spadina, Toronto's M5V condo residences and high-rise tower is a spectacular innovative jewel of a building soaring into the city skyline with views of downtown Toronto. Created as a model of sustainability in urban condo living and construction, Toronto's M5V condo building offers high ideals where design and contemporary urban philosophy unite in a luxurious example of modern living in the heart of the King West.
Contact me if you are interested in purchasing in the M5V Condos.

The M5V Condos on King

LOCATION: 375 King Street West ( east of spadina on King). Named after the first half of the postal code.

DESCRIPTION: Enjoy the contemporary art in the lobby of this innovative new condo building. 30 storey condo building with 220 units and 3 elevators.Cancel your gym membership! The M5V offers its residents a yoga / pilates/ dance studio and a gym with showers and a steam room.The roof top terrace features a hot tub for use 365 days a year and a BBQ cooking area for those hot summer nights.

FEATURES: 24 hour concierge, meeting room and business centre, spa and fitness centre with a yoga/ dance studio, dining room with kitchen, lounge and sitting area, games room, roof top hot tub and BBQ area, 2 guest suites.

OCCUPANCY: 2011