Archive for the ‘New Homes and Condos’ Category
Aspen Ridge Homes and Habitat for Humanity join forces
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news on August 30th, 2010
When it came time for Aspen Ridge Homes to move its sales office into their beautiful new Timson model home at Waterdown Meadows, the company enlisted the local Habitat for Humanity organization to help. Habitat took on the job of removing the kitchen, trim and other detailing from the original office, which was subsequently torn down to make way for community development. The new model provides a stunning showcase for Aspen Ridge’s beautiful designs and high level of features.
Best of T.O.’s past & present at Imperial Plaza
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos on August 19th, 2010
Camrost Felcorp is revitalizing the historic Imperial Oil building at 111 St. Clair West and offering would-be buyers interested in new condos in Toronto the chance to live in one of the city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Lifetime launches Bisha Hotel and Residences
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, New home opening on August 16th, 2010
Bisha's striking silhouette.
The Entertainment District was abuzz on August 12th with the launch of the Bisha Hotel and Residence, a new boutique hotel and luxury condominium residence brand by Lifetime Developments and INK Entertainment. The party, held at Bisha’s striking sales office on Blue Jays Way, was a celebration of modern luxury.
Canadians love condos!
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos on August 10th, 2010
Luxury condominiums on Vancouver's waterfont.
TD Canada Trust’s 4th Condo Poll has revealed interesting information about the relationship between Canadians and condos. Surveying Canadians from coast to coast who indicated that they would be interested in buying a condo, the poll indicates that we appreciate condominiums for the lifestyle they offer as much as for their affordability and investment potential.
“Canadians continue to see the value in purchasing a condo, whether it is a place to call home for themselves or for their children,” says Chris Wisniewski, Associate Vice President, Real Estate and Secured Lending, TD Canada Trust. “Affordability and stable monthly expenses can make condos very attractive for both first-time buyers and investors.”
Fusion Homes named Ontario Builder of the Year
Posted by: Sam Reiss in Fusion Homes, New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news on August 4th, 2010
For the second year in a row, Fusion Homes has been named by Tarion Warranty Corporation as the winner of the prestigious Award of Excellence Ontario Builder of the Year in the Medium-Volume Builder category for 2009-2010. This award recognizes home builders in Ontario based solely on their customer service delivery.
More than 21,000 T.O. Condos sold in past year
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news on August 4th, 2010
Urbanation, Inc., the leading source of information and analysis on the Toronto Census Metropolitan Area – CMA – condominium market, today released its Q2/10 market overview.
New condominium sales of 4,991 in Q2/10 represent a decline of eight per cent from the 5,415 sold in Q1/10, and for the first time since 1994, second quarter sales declined from the first quarter. Despite the quarter-over-quarter decrease, sales during the past four quarters were near record highs.
Heathwood debuts cutting-edge green home program
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news on July 28th, 2010
Helping Heathwood Homes President Hugh Heron break ground for the builder's industry first Green Home at 'The Reserve' community in Richmond Hill are (r-l) Heathwood Homes CEO of Housing Sheldon Alspector, COO Silvio Longo, CEO Grant Simpson, Bazil Developments Paul Bailey, Richmond Hill Ward 3 Councillor David Cohen, Hugh Heron, Richmond Hill (Oak Ridges) Ward 1 Councillor Greg Beros, York Regional and Local Councillor Vito Spatafora, BILD President Stephen Dupuis and Robert Dunn, Director Land Development, Dorsay Development Corp.
The Yards: Modern amenities in an historic setting
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, New home opening on July 7th, 2010
Multi-award-winning Vancouver-based firm Onni will soon introduce the first building in its master-planned community in Toronto’s emerging Fort York neighbourhood. Appropriately called “The Yards,” this exciting condominium community is designed to appeal to first-time buyers and others seeking incredible value in a convenient location. Garrison at The Yards Condominiums at Fort York will be situated at the corner of Fort York Boulevard and Bathurst Street.
Daniels’ newest FirstHome community in Brampton
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos on June 30th, 2010
On Wednesday, July 7th and Thursday, July 8th, The Daniels Corporation is coming to Brampton with the much-anticipated Preview Sales Event for their newest FirstHome Community, designed to make homeownership easy and affordable for today’s first-time homebuyers. Hot on the heels of the tremendously successful FirstHome Destination Drive in Erin Mills, which went on sale this past spring and sold out in just hours, Daniels will introduce their eighth FirstHome Community — FirstHome Brampton.
FIVE Condos off to an incredible start
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos on June 30th, 2010
The building scale model shows the incredible architecture at FIVE – an exciting blend of the old and new .
FIVE Condos at 5 St. Joseph opened this past weekend to great enthusiasm as would-be buyers filled the Presentation Centre, eager to learn more about all that this hip new condominium has to offer. The fantastic location, striking architecture, and sophisticated interiors and amenities have proven to be a willing combination, as FIVE is already two-thirds sold!
