A female pedestrian has been taken to hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Forest Hill North
Toronto police were called to Bathurst Street and Ridge Hill Drive
just north of Eglinton Street just before 6 p.m
The woman was taken to hospital with serious
The northbound lanes of Bathurst were closed at the intersection but have since reopened
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Toronto2 pedestrians struck in Forest hill collision By Joanna LavoieOpens in new windowPublished: January 07, 2025 at 10:53AM EST
Two pedestrians were injured, one seriously, after being struck by the driver of a vehicle in Toronto’s Forest Hill area Tuesday morning.
The collision happened near Chaplin Crescent and Eglinton Avenue West.
Toronto police said they were called to that area at 8:21 a.m. for reports of a man and a woman being hit by a vehicle.
Paramedics told CTV News Toronto that the woman sustained serious, but non-life-threatening, injuries and was transported to a local trauma centre. The man’s injuries are minor and he was taken to hospital, they said.
Chaplin was closed in both directions between Eglinton and Roselawn Avenue, but has since re-opened.
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currently awaiting an opening date as deficiencies are addressed.
designed by AUDAX for Orchard West Real Estate Group
and 2008 Bathurst Street on the west side of Bathurst
approximately 64m south of Eglinton Avenue West
it houses three two-storey detached buildings with commercial uses at grade and six residential units above
Looking northwest to the low-rise residential properties currently at the site
Two right-of-way easements are in place for the site
while a public laneway to the west provides access to rear parking containing 20 spaces
Located on the edge of the Forest Hill and Cedarvale neighbourhoods
the area is characterized by a mix of low-rise commercial buildings
Bousfields has submitted a combined Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the City of Toronto on behalf of the developer
The proposed development would rise to a height of 68.65m
with a 5-storey podium fronting Bathurst Street and 12 more storeys of tower above
The design’s Gross Floor Area totals 13,060m²
comprising 12,835m² for residential uses and 225m² for retail at grade
Looking south to 2004-2008 Bathurst Street
The project would introduce 86 residential units
emphasizing family-friendly housing with 57% two-bedroom units and 34% three-bedroom layouts
There would be 334m² of indoor and 130m² of outdoor amenities
where an outdoor terrace connects to indoor facilities
Additional indoor amenities are planned for the second floor
for a ratio of approximately one elevator per 29 units
Several suites would have direct elevator access
A conveyance along the west side of the site would widen the adjacent public laneway to 6m
providing access to a four-level underground garage with 93 parking spaces
Bicycle storage would include 56 long-term residential spaces
while 10 short-term spaces would be available along Bathurst Street for public use
The site is served by the 7 Bathurst and 32 Eglinton bus routes
Transit access will be improved with the opening of Forest Hill station
placing the site well within the Forest Hill Protected Major Transit Station Area (PMTSA)
Cycling infrastructure includes the Beltline Trail entrance
and raised cycle tracks at the Bathurst Street and Eglinton Avenue intersection recently installed as part of the LRT project
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These incidents were reported by police in the past week and reportedly occurred in the past two weeks
There were nine residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec
Toronto Police Service received 25 reports of a break-in at a home between Dec
including nine in the district of Old Toronto
In total 1,779 residential break and enters have been reported in the City of Toronto since Jan
1 – down NaN per cent compared to the same period in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Macpherson Avenue and Walmer Road on Thursday
There have been 17 residential break and enters reported in Casa Loma in 2025
Two break-ins were reported at these locations:
an apartment near Campbell Avenue and Dupont Street on Monday
an apartment near Geary Avenue and Grogan Mews on Monday
There have been 19 residential break and enters reported in Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction in 2025
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Dufferin Street and Dufferin Park Avenue on Thursday
There have been 11 residential break and enters reported in Dufferin Grove in 2025
A break-in was reported at a house near Old Park Road and Shallmar Boulevard on Wednesday
There have been 14 residential break and enters reported in Forest Hill North in 2025
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Arcy Street and Mccaul Street on Thursday
There have been 23 residential break and enters reported in Kensington-Chinatown in 2025
an apartment near Wanless Avenue and Yonge Street on Sunday
an apartment near Wanless Avenue and Yonge Street on Monday
There have been 12 residential break and enters reported in Lawrence Park North in 2025
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Broadview Avenue and Erindale Avenue on Monday
There have been nine residential break and enters reported in Playter Estates-Danforth in 2025
Find out where residential break and enters were reported in East York, Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough and York
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TorontoNewsPedestrian taken to hospital after being struck by vehicle in Forest HillBy Aarjavee RaajPublished: December 23, 2024 at 8:08PM EST
COLLISION:Chaplin Cres + Eglinton Av West area6:01 p.m.- Male Pedestrian struck by a vehicle- Driver of vehicle has remained on scene- Medics are transporting the male to hospital via trauma run- Chaplin Cres is closed from Russel Hill to Warren Rd#GO2767663^lb
designed by Richard Wengle Architect for DealCore Properties
The development site at 1 through 19 Thelma Avenue comprises an assembly of 10 properties
with a total area of approximately 1,486m²
the site contains two single detached houses and eight semi-detached houses
which are all vacant and in various states of disrepair
The subject site previously contained 11 rental units
with the previous land owner submitting a Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion Application in 2020
with an addendum proposing the off-site replacement of these 11 rental units within a new apartment development on Bayview Avenue
Looking south to the current site from Thelma Avenue
The site is situated in a predominantly low-rise residential neighbourhood
characterized by detached dwellings and low-rise apartment buildings
with higher-density developments located further south towards St Clair Avenue West
The combined Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application calls for a 7-storey residential condominium standing 27.85m in height and with 24 units
The Gross Floor Area (GFA) is planned to be 5,737m²
resulting in a Floor Space Index (FSI) of 3.86
Amenities would be located on the seventh storey at the mechanical penthouse level
including 125m² of indoor and 58m² of outdoor space
With two elevators resulting in one for every 12 units
Parking provisions include a two-level underground garage with a total of 55 vehicle parking spaces
of which 48 are designated for residents and 7 for visitors
The development would also feature 36 bicycle parking spaces
with 7 short-term spaces located at the front of the building and 29 long-term spaces within the underground garage
In line with Toronto Green Standard requirements
the vehicle parking spaces would be equipped with electric vehicle (EV) charging outlets
promoting sustainable transportation options
The site is served by the Spadina Road bus
St Clair West subway Station on Line 1 is situated roughly 800m southwest
The area also features cycling infrastructure with on-street shared cycling connections on Russell Hill Road for north-south travel and Heath Road for east-west travel
with connections to multi-use trails through Cedarvale Park
An axonometric view looking southwest to 1 Thelma Avenue
TorontoPedestrian seriously hurt after being struck by driver of vehicle in midtown Toronto By Joanna LavoieOpens in new windowPublished: February 03, 2025 at 6:52PM EST
A woman has serious injuries after being hit by the driver of a vehicle in midtown Toronto late Monday afternoon, say paramedics.
The collision happened in the Forest Hill North neighbourhood near Bathurst Street and Ridge Hill Drive, just north of Eglinton Avenue West.
Toronto police said they were called to that area just after 5:45 p.m. for reports of a female pedestrian in her 40s who had been struck by a vehicle.
Paramedics said they transported an adult female to a local hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.
Police said the driver remained at the scene.
Northbound Bathurst was closed at Ridge Hill as police investigated, but has since reopened.
There were 19 residential break and enters reported in the district from Aug
Toronto Police Service received 46 reports of a break-in at a home between Aug
including 19 in the district of Old Toronto
In total 1,782 residential break and enters have been reported in the City of Toronto since Jan
1 – down 26.6 per cent compared to the same period in 2023
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Saint Joseph Street and St
There have been 15 residential break and enters reported in Bay Street Corridor in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near St
Clair Avenue West and Walmer Road on Saturday
There have been 17 residential break and enters reported in Casa Loma in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Gerrard Street East and Victoria Street on Thursday
There have been 37 residential break and enters reported in Church-Yonge Corridor in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Chisholm Avenue and Newmarket Avenue on Saturday
There have been 18 residential break and enters reported in East End-Danforth in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Caldow Road and Castlefield Avenue on Friday
There have been 12 residential break and enters reported in Forest Hill North in 2024
a house near Chaplin Crescent and Duncannon Drive on Sunday
an apartment near Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road on Friday
There have been 20 residential break and enters reported in Forest Hill South in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near South Kingsway and Ormskirk Avenue on Saturday
There have been 13 residential break and enters reported in High Park-Swansea in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Grange Avenue and Grange Place on Saturday
There have been 32 residential break and enters reported in Kensington-Chinatown in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Braeside Road and Haslemere Road on Saturday
There have been 13 residential break and enters reported in Lawrence Park North in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Castle Knock Road and Roselawn Avenue on Saturday
There have been 21 residential break and enters reported in Lawrence Park South in 2024
an apartment near Gerrard Street East and Jarvis Street on Monday
an apartment near Dundas Street East and Sherbourne Street on Wednesday
There have been 36 residential break and enters reported in Moss Park in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Marion Street and Roncesvalles Avenue on Tuesday
There have been nine residential break and enters reported in Roncesvalles in 2024
A break-in was reported at a house near Bin Scarth Road and Glen Road on Saturday
There have been 25 residential break and enters reported in Rosedale-Moore Park in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near College Street and Crawford Street on Sunday
There have been 13 residential break and enters reported in Trinity-Bellwoods in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Huron Street and Washington Avenue on Friday
There have been 10 residential break and enters reported in University in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Coxwell Avenue and Fairford Avenue on Monday
There have been 12 residential break and enters reported in Woodbine Corridor in 2024
A break-in was reported at an apartment near Duplex Avenue and Montgomery Avenue on Thursday
There have been seven residential break and enters reported in Yonge-Eglinton in 2024
image via submission to the City of Toronto
The 1.68-acre property—which includes the two existing buildings—has frontage on Chaplin Crescent to the east, Roselawn Avenue to the north
and the Kay Gardiner Beltline Trail to the south
The revised proposal is similar in scale to the previous submission, with changes relating to a reduction in the number of units and the new building's interaction with the existing apartment structures. The applications now contemplate a combined total of 278 units, a decrease from the 290 units originally proposed. The new Kirkor Architects-designed building would contain 66 rental units
The previously approved application had visualized a building structurally connected to the existing apartment towers
The updated plan limits internal connections to the first floor only
although the design has been crafted to appear as if the two buildings are attached throughout
The first eight storeys of the building align with the curvature of Chaplin Crescent and would feature precast brick-faced concrete panels framing an aluminum window wall system
the floors above will partially cantilever over the existing residential building
Four units on floors two through eight will have balconies overlooking the park and Beltline Trail
All units from floors nine through 12 will also have balconies
A total of 24 rental units would be temporarily displaced to accommodate construction
Of the nine one-bedroom units to be removed from the existing building
and seven are reconfigured as three-bedroom units
Two new levels of underground parking are provided
holding a total of 49 vehicular spaces and 42 bicycle spaces
Access to the new parking garage would be provided from the existing driveway along Chaplin Crescent
An additional 10 bicycle parking spots would be provided at grade
Indoor amenity spaces are proposed on the ground floor
where the largest of the three common areas is planned at 111 m²
The existing 1,230 m² of outdoor amenity space
serving as the courtyard between the two existing buildings
An additional 216 m² of outdoor space will be located on the 13th floor
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who transformed their Forest Hill North home into the minimalist
“We purchased the house with the intention of making some updates,” Weston told Toronto Storeys
we knew we wanted more of an open-concept layout on the main floor.”
The 32-year-old couple enlisted the help of Urban Blueprint
a Toronto company that offers customized renovation services
The biggest challenge was knocking down the walls in the kitchen
These spaces were “very distinguished and cluttered,” Urban Blueprint co-founder Natasha Penzo McIntosh said
“We polled our clients with questions about how exactly they’d use the space
we came up with clever configurations along the way,” she told Toronto Storeys
“The space was very outdated but had amazing bones
and once the walls were down after demolition we were able to recognize the true potential of the space.”
The couple was really focused on maximizing the space they had
as they didn’t want to add any extra square footage to their already 2,500-square-foot home
Making every room in their house functional was also a huge priority
“We both grew up in family homes where the front living room was used very infrequently,” Weston said
we wanted our living room to serve its ‘living’ purpose which
meant having a functional TV and sitting area arrangement.”
Weston admitted that she and her partner struggled with the idea of getting rid of the wood-burning fireplace
they eventually decided it was necessary in order to create the comfortable living room arrangement they wanted
the couple wanted to make it a social space
A stovetop was also installed on the island so they could cook while entertaining guests
The only downside to knocking down the kitchen wall was losing storage space
Weston and Solnick decided to transform the small breakfast nook at the back of the house into a pantry
The couple also decided to brick over the small window in the cooking area to allow more cabinet space along the main kitchen wall
the family was able to find any easy solution to the lack of natural light
the dining room window was extended into a floor-to-ceiling glass door that slides open to the backyard
This was one of the best design features of the new home
“[It] spans the entire wall to let in as much light as possible as there are very small windows on either side of the home.”
the couple said they were “inspired by bright
“We chose light oak hardwood flooring from Moncer Inc.
which visually expands the space,” Weston explained
designed by Trevisana Custom Kitchens and Interiors
is a modern take on a laminate kitchen using a material called Fenix.”
This is Weston and Solnick’s first home and first renovation
The entire process took eight months to complete
and the results couldn’t have turned out any better
“Looking at the before-and-after photos always amazes us
“A few months after we moved into the completed home
Although the major renovations were completed in April 2018
Weston said they are still adding a few finishing touches
The value of this Forest Hill North home has “definitely” gone up thanks to the renovations
but we guarantee the return on investment for this client is strong,” she said
“I suspect that if this house ever goes on the market
Toronto police responded to a call for a sudden death at an apartment near Bathurst Street and Roselawn Avenue on May 2 around 1:20 p.m
Toronto police say a 17-year-old is facing second-degree murder charges after a man was discovered with obvious signs of trauma to his body in an apartment in Forest Hill on May 2
Toronto police have arrested a 17-year-old boy from Brighton
after a man was found dead in a Forest Hill apartment earlier this month
Police responded to a call for a sudden death at an apartment near Bathurst Street and Roselawn Avenue on May 2 around 1:20 p.m
officers found a man who was later identified as Eugene Maxwell Erlichman
there were obvious signs of trauma to Erlichman’s body
police arrested a 17-year-old suspect and charged him with second degree murder
He was scheduled to appear in court at Toronto Regional Bail Court on May 4
Anyone with information has been asked to contact police at 416-808-7400
or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477
and North Drive partners Jordan Morassutti and Taylor Morassutti
Rooms at One Forest Hill will be defined with walls to accommodate artwork and furniture placement
An artist’s rendering shows the modern tones planned for the light-filled lobby
with wood panelling and bronze window frames
Experience and youthful energy work together on new condo One Forest Hill with the developers of North Drive
Brian Gluckstein and architect Richard Wengle
Richard Wengle lend their renown and expertise to a new midrise to be built in their own neighbourhood
in a circle-of-life kind of way: three young entrepreneurs and two experienced
The millennials — Jordan Morasutti, 34, Taylor Morasutti, 32, and Robert Fidani, 30, of North Drive —— have developed five award-winning luxury condo projects in the GTA in the past four years and are academic heavyweights
with degrees from London School of Economics
The elder statesmen — architect Richard Wengle and interior designer Brian Gluckstein — together have designed hundreds of high-end residential projects
with most of their clients within walking distance
The 43-suite, One Forest Hill building will be a limestone-clad midrise with marble and bronze detailing, and a clean profile akin to the 1920s designs on New York City’s Park Ave.
home to some of America’s highest-priced real estate as well as Fortune 500 companies
the suites will be spacious and range from 1,581 to 3,000 square feet
and are also available to be combined — vertically or horizontally
Features will include seven-inch baseboards
at least two heat pump HVAC systems per suite for year-round zone temperature control
and marble in both the master and second ensuite
A pair of indoor parking spots will come with each suite
Buyers are anticipated to be empty-nesters
Gluckstein says his interior design practice is seeing “a growing market among single professionals
and who want to create wonderful homes but don’t want to deal with the maintenance of a large house.”
it’s common to find families living in large apartments within a desirable residential neighbourhood — where kids can ride their bikes
“The parents are professionals who don’t have the time or inclination to commute
It’s a nice lifestyle — living in the city for the week
then heading to the country on Fridays after work
We’re seeing that replicated in Toronto now,” Gluckstein says
empty-nester buyers want to stay in their neighbourhood — and stay active — after scaling back from the big family home
But there are limited options for this group
“You’re in your early 60s and moving from a large home — you don’t want to be in a 1950s apartment building
and you don’t always want to be in Yorkville
We found our niche (creating these homes) in thoughtful
Local amenities play a large role in drawing people to an area
as do smallish boutique condo projects geared to end-users
explains Jordan Morasutti: “There’s tremendous pent-up demand for desirable neighbourhoods.”
The building’s limestone exterior will echo the detailing on many of Forest Hill’s large homes and mansions
The suites will also have more traditional layouts with distinct and separated rooms — rather than open floor plans — to allow for better furniture arrangement and wall space to accommodate the art collections of the buyers
the suites will likely be more modern than many of the area’s homes
But he’s also discovered a sense of excitement for the challenge of incorporating traditional decor into a more current space — that buyers are “willing to take the contemporary feel up a notch
that classic Park Avenue sensibility of layering modern and old.”
loggias and rooftop terraces for some of the penthouses
loggias and terraces will be fitted with gas barbecue connections
stone walls and original artwork for a boutique hotel feel
a fitness area and lounges that can also accommodate private gatherings
Each condo unit will also have a private locker
but Toronto homeowners have begun too embrace condominiums as luxury residences
including soaring land prices that have forced higher-density city construction
and the arrival of residents from other countries and cultures who understand high- and midrise living
and the space was not well apportioned,” Gluckstein says
and became exposed to an urban condo lifestyle
But they weren’t content with the design options of before.”
One Forest Hill is also directed at buyers who purchase to live in the suites
It’s what Morasutti calls “the dinner party crowd
Website: oneforesthill.com
A spectacular tower concept inspired by the forest could soon liven up the skyline of Central Lonsdale
The concept for ‘Forest Hill’ was created by Alterativ Design Lab, an international design firm based in Vancouver and co-led by Mehdi Einifar, a designer who previously worked at Perkins+Will and Henriquez Partners Architects
Einifar worked on high-profile projects such as Oakridge by Westbank and Bosa Properties’ recently-completed Cardero tower
The concept by Alterativ Design Lab is being floated for several lots at Lonsdale and 14th
across from the North Vancouver City public library
The intention is to go through a land assembly and the rezoning process with the City of North Vancouver
The terraced form of the building is designed to ensure sunlight on the library plaza
as well as providing useable outdoor space for residents
The orientation of the units maximizes views of the downtown Vancouver skyline and evening sunsets to the west
The top six floors have penthouse/sub-penthouse-quality units.
Einifar says the building aims to set a new standard for environmentally-friendly
contextual buildings in Metro Vancouver that are sensitive to their surroundings
The design concept calls for a mass-timber structure and modular construction
based off of a 3.5 metre by 7.5 metre cross-laminated timber module
The facade is finished with an acetylated wood cladding
and the limited openings are meant to help the homes achieve energy efficiency and fulfill Passive House requirements
The concept is seeking additional height and an increased FSR to offset the cost of providing public benefit in avoiding shading the public plaza and creating an environmentally-friendly building
Einifar says he hopes to grab the attention of local developers and architects who can help bring the ‘Forest Hill’ concept to life
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North Shore CityAsking price $1,109,000431VENDOR INSTRUCTS – PRESENT ALL OFFERS!This home will give buyers confidence with its solid construction of brick with a concrete block base
the home consists of a spacious open plan lounge
a second living area plus a large single garage with internal entry
The home has undergone considerable internal refurbishment including a new kitchen
Excellent school zoning including Forrest Hill primary
Wairau Intermediate and sought after Westlake Boys’ & Girls’ High Schools
Conveniently located for access to Milford and Glenfield shops
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to secure your future in Forrest Hill
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North Shore CityPrice by Negotiation432723m²Family Haven - Yours to Cherish!Step into a home that instantly feels like home
Nestled on a fully fenced 723sqm freehold section
this charming weatherboard family retreat is a place to grow
The expansive lush garden is perfect for skateboarding
or simply watching the kids and pets run free
and two bathrooms are thoughtfully positioned upstairs
ensuring comfort and privacy for the whole family
and seamless access to the sun-drenched deck
where natural light pours in and warmth fills every corner
Whether hosting lively get-togethers or enjoying quiet family nights
this inviting space flows effortlessly onto a large entertainer's deck
a huge rumpus room offers endless possibilities - a teenager's retreat
The internal-access garage and additional carport provide practicality
with room for a boat and ample off-street parking
With subdivision potential and underground services already in place
this home is not just a dream to live in - it's an investment in your future
Your family will love being within walking distance of Forrest Hill School
and in-zone for Takapuna Normal Intermediate
Weekends can be spent exploring Seine Reserve
Wairau Road's amenities and easy transport links are just minutes away
and now it's your turn to write the next beautiful chapter in this home
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A shooting at a car wash in Forest Hill left two people dead
Tarrant County ambulance service MedStar confirmed
Forest Hill police responded to the car wash on Forest Hill Drive just north of I-20 on Monday morning
Police have not yet released any details about what led up to the shooting
One witness told a CBS News Texas photojournalist that they heard 20 to 30 gunshots
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Beyond the historic red brick facade of this Forest Hill mansion lies not only a stunning interior
but a resort-inspired backyard that will keep you in a state of bliss all summer
Located just a few blocks from Yonge and St
the stately abode offers convenient access to grocery stores
and boutiques while still remaining quietly tucked away on a residential street
It's also a five minute walk from some of the city's best private schools
including Upper Canada College and The Bishop Strachan School
like crown mouldings and large principal rooms
are balanced by a contemporary addition at the back of the home
which features a soaring atrium window and a floating staircase
the formal living room features a striking marble fireplace and an idyllic window seat
A more modern family room can be found at the back of the house
as well as an adjoined breakfast area and a formal dining room with a fireplace
READ: Design-Forward Estate in North Toronto is a Chic Family Home
An atrium runs along the back of the house
leading to a glass enclosed office and offering access to the aforementioned resort-style backyard
Sliding steel and glass doors allow the indoors and outdoors to seamlessly blend
Throughout the perfectly-manicured backyard
breathtaking amenities include an in-ground pool with an integrated hot tub
The home boasts 5+1 bedrooms and the same number of baths
The primary suite is nothing short of extraordinary
The third floor offers a "teen lounge" and a rooftop deck
while the finished lower level features a rec room with theatre-style screening and an enviable exercise room
While 93 Dunvegan Road offers a stunning and spacious interior
Afternoon barbecues will easily turn to evenings spent around the fire pit
and there's no better way to cool off after shooting hoops than with a dip in the pool
You'll want to stay outside even when fall's chill returns
93 Dunvegan Road is "nothing short of extraordinary." With space for everyone
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containing 634 condominium units. Currently home to a mix of low-rise two and three-storey single and semi-detached homes
the land assembly is made up primarily of owner-occupied houses and includes fewer than six rental units
exempting the project from the rental replacement policies in Toronto's Official Plan.
The 23-storey west tower and 21-storey east tower are connected by a five-to-eight-storey base
with the complex having a total gross floor area of 39,003 m²
The 634 condominium units within are proposed in a mix of 61 studio units
The mix offers 30% family-sized units as per City goals for new developments
with 20% two-bedrooms and 10% three-bedrooms
The development proposes a three-level underground garage spanning the site footprint which would contain 190 resident spaces and 15 visitor spaces
The garage levels are also proposed to house 635 bicycle parking spaces
Clair streetcar route would offset resident and visitor private vehicle needs for the complex
a pair of publicly accessible north-south walkways would be built along the west and east lot lines of the site
The walkways keep opportunities for potential future connections in mind through nearby properties
possibly connecting to Lower Village Gate and St
There's something magical about stumbling across a house in Toronto that in no way looks like it belongs in Toronto
And an 88-year-old mansion that recently hit the market in Toronto's Forest Hill South neighbourhood is exactly that
The 7,000-sq.-ft Tudor-style home is a far cry from the city's typical houses. Located at 63 Old Forest Hill Road
and overall rustic charm make it look like something out of a storybook
The over-half-an-acre plot of land with a 110-ft frontage doesn't hurt either
really helping to sell the feeling that this property isn't in the middle of Canada's most populous city
Forest Hill South is known for its luxurious homes with high price tags to match
It hit the market on Tuesday with an asking price of $17,198,000
the sellers are offering up a house dripping with classic charm and an impressive number of modern luxuries
The Toronto mansion has a total of eight bedrooms -- five above grade and three below -- and eight bathrooms
They all appear to be modernized but still maintain the historic Tudor feel thanks to design choices like ornate chandeliers and grid-style casement windows
The top floor of the house has some of the most interesting design juxtapositions with modern skylights positioned above rustic exposed brick walls
The rest of the mansion is equally as stunning with open
and a beautiful arched front door -- all things most Toronto homebuyers would only dream of
looks fit for the most formal of dinner parties
But the two most impressive rooms by far are the office with its detailed wood panelling
which looks exactly like you'd expect a modern Tudor-inspired kitchen to look
The design magic continues on outside with English-style gardens and an in-ground pool and spa
Of course every buyer will have their preferences
but being able to relax in a hot tub while looking up at an architecturally stunning home like this is what many real estate dreams are made of
there's a three-car garage with even more outdoor space to park your car if needed thanks to the property's extended driveway
Homes at this price point typically take a bit longer to sell
but whoever does end up with this Toronto mansion will be one lucky buyer
and the information within may be out of date
Police reported 25 new residential break and enters in Toronto City Centre between May 3 and May 9
That’s five more than were reported during the previous week (you can find the latest reports for the city’s other neighbourhoods here)
Toronto’s overall weekly incidents rose by 20 to 63
bringing the city’s preliminary total for 2022 to 869 — down five per cent compared to the same period last year
One new residential break and enter was reported for Bay Street Corridor
It took place at an apartment near Elizabeth Street and Foster Place on Sunday
There have been 11 residential break and enters reported in Bay Street Corridor in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Blake-Jones
It took place at an apartment in the Harcourt Avenue and Pape Avenue area on Friday
There have been three residential break and enters reported in Blake-Jones in 2022
Two new residential break and enters were reported for Cabbagetown-South St
The first took place at an apartment in the Jarvis Street and Sirman Lane area on Thursday
The second occurred at an apartment in the Rose Avenue and Wellesley Street East area on Monday
There have been three residential break and enters reported in Cabbagetown-South St
One new residential break and enter was reported for Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction
It took place at an apartment near Perth Avenue and Wallace Avenue on Monday
There have been 12 residential break and enters reported in Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for East End-Danforth
It took place at a house near Lyall Avenue and Main Street on Thursday
There have been eight residential break and enters reported in East End-Danforth in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Forest Hill North
It took place at a house near Burmont Road and Ridelle Avenue on Friday
This was the first residential break and enter reported in Forest Hill North in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for High Park-Swansea
It occurred at a house in the Armadale Avenue and Larkin Avenue area on Wednesday
There have been eight residential break and enters reported in High Park-Swansea in 2022
Two new residential break and enters were reported for Kensington-Chinatown
The first took place at an apartment in the Bathurst Street and Wolseley Street area on Tuesday
The second took place at a house near Beverley Street and Cecil Street on Monday
There have been 18 residential break and enters reported in Kensington-Chinatown in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Lawrence Park South
It occurred at a house near Avenue Road and Cortleigh Boulevard on Sunday
There have been six residential break and enters reported in Lawrence Park South in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Moss Park
It took place at an apartment in the George Street and Richmond Street East area on Wednesday
There have been 12 residential break and enters reported in Moss Park in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Mount Pleasant West
It took place at an apartment in the Dunfield Avenue and Soudan Avenue area on Wednesday
There have been 19 residential break and enters reported in Mount Pleasant West in 2022
Three new residential break and enters were reported for Niagara
The first occurred at a house in the Crawford Street and Queen Street West area on Monday
The second took place at an apartment near Fleet Street and Grand Magazine Street on Wednesday
The third occurred at an apartment near Angelique Street and Fort York Boulevard on Monday
There have been 18 residential break and enters reported in Niagara in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Regent Park
It took place at a house near Sackville Street and Shuter Street on Saturday
There have been two residential break and enters reported in Regent Park in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Roncesvalles
It occurred at an apartment near Cunningham Avenue and O’hara Avenue on Friday
There have been nine residential break and enters reported in Roncesvalles in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for South Parkdale
It took place at an apartment near King Street West and Spencer Avenue on Sunday
There have been 15 residential break and enters reported in South Parkdale in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for The Annex
It took place at an apartment in the Bedford Road and Prince Arthur Avenue area on Friday
There have been 17 residential break and enters reported in The Annex in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for University
It took place at a house in the Lippincott Street and Vankoughnet Street area on Thursday
There have been 13 residential break and enters reported in University in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Waterfront Communities
It took place at an apartment in the Mariner Terrace and Navy Wharf Court area on Thursday
There have been 29 residential break and enters reported in Waterfront Communities in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Weston-Pellam Park
It took place at a house in the Osler Street and Pelham Avenue area on Friday
There have been four residential break and enters reported in Weston-Pellam Park in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Woodbine Corridor
It took place at an apartment near Ashland Avenue and Coxwell Avenue on Wednesday
There have been seven residential break and enters reported in Woodbine Corridor in 2022
One new residential break and enter was reported for Wychwood
It occurred at an apartment near Rushton Road and St
There have been three residential break and enters reported in Wychwood in 2022
Find the latest reports of residential break and enters for Toronto’s other neighbourhoods
This story was automatically generated using open data collected and maintained by Toronto Police Service. The incidents were reported by police in the past week and reportedly occurred in the past two weeks, but recent crime data is preliminary and subject to change upon further police investigation
crown moulding and a wall of floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving with a niche for a TV
The four-level condo townhome has a brick and stucco fa�ade
a covered entrance with a wrought-iron faux-Juliette balcony above
Highlights of the second-level main bedroom suite include a hardwood floor
and a walk-in closet with built-in organizers
The second-level primary bedroom suite includes a five-piece ensuite
the well placed home includes a rooftop terrace and a whole floor dedicated to the main bedroom suite
“When we were looking for the perfect city pied-a-terre
we instantly fell in love with this townhouse
not only because of the high quality craftsmanship throughout
but (because) it had room enough for our family and had walkability to the subway for quick access downtown for my husband,” says homeowner Mary Davies
so we love living across the road from the 21-acre Sir Winston Churchill Park
which also has a leash-free area for dogs.”
the Georgian-style condo townhome is located in the southern edge of Toronto’s affluent Forest Hill
it is part of a 12-suite townhouse community that centres around a landscaped courtyard
Highlights of the updated home include a whole floor dedicated to the main bedroom suite
“The primary bedroom fits our king-sized bed
and its ensuite bathroom would rival in size many freehold homes in Forest Hill,” Davies says
is practical as we have direct access from the lower level to our two spaces.”
The home is very close to many surrounding restaurants
The townhome has a brick and stucco façade; decorated pillars flanking the covered entrance
with a wrought-iron faux-Juliet balcony above; two dormer windows; an interlocking walkway; and a garden bed
crown moulding and a wall of floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving
The dining room is equipped with a hardwood floor
Kitchen highlights include a hardwood floor
The main bedroom suite takes up the second level with a hardwood floor
It also has a large walk-in closet and a five-piece ensuite
The third floor is appointed with two bedrooms
both with hardwood floors and double closets
and a garden door walkout to the rooftop terrace
a door opens from the underground parking lot to a small foyer
To have a look at this property please contact the listing agents Paul Maranger and Christian Vermast, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Brokerage, 416-960-9995; www.paulandchristianassociates.com
there's no denying that there are some pockets in the city that are more affordable than others
due to the extraordinary growth in home prices over the past few years
Canada's largest city has now been recognized as one of the most expensive cities in the world
some pockets in the city that are more expensive than others
the cost of homes varies immensely from neighbourhood to neighbourhood
If you're curious which of Toronto's 144 neighbourhoods are the most expensive, Toronto realtor and chartered accountant Scott Ingram has done some digging and found out where exactly these pricey pockets are by looking at average detached home prices by neighbourhood for all of 2020
Ingram said there are 15 neighbourhoods with the highest average sold price in 2020
New to this year's list are Kingsway South
and Edenbridge-Humber Valley have been bumped from the top 15
In the case of Trinity-Bellwoods and Playter Estates-Danforth
Ingram says those are low detached transaction places
so it's likely a few expensive transactions brought them up last year
"Of the 136 neighbourhoods with at least one detached sale in 2020
107 of them now have an average price of over $1 million," said Ingram
there are only 29 neighbourhoods left under $1 million."
Toronto's prestigious Bridle Path retained its 'Most Expensive Neighbourhood' crown
Ingram says for each year he's made this list (since 2016)
this neighbourhood has always ranked at the top
Ingram says the average price in Bridle Path-Sunnybrook-York Mills(BPSYM) reached the $5 million mark again
It had four of the 12 sales in the city last year that were above $10 million and also recorded the most expensive sale at $23 million
you can see how those sales would bring up the average
The median detached sold price was "only" $4,345,000 (up from a median of $4.3M in 2019)
As for the average price of a detached home in BPSYM in 2020
Ingram said a 2+2 bedroom and 4-bathroom house on an 80' x 130' lot sold for within $20,000 of the area's $5,104,000 average price
The listing touts it as an "Architecturally Stunning Custom Home" with "Top Quality & Utmost Attention To Detail." It was built in 2010
If you're curious what the least expensive neighbourhoods are
"It's interesting to look back and see as recently as 2015 the number of neighbourhoods with detached houses averaging $750K or less (54) was about the same as the number of million-dollar neighbourhoods (52)
Now with Mount Dennis jumping from $653K to $780K in the last year
there are no neighbourhoods under $750K," said Ingram
there are now more neighbourhoods over $2 million (32) than there are left under $1 million (29)
Given that home prices in the Toronto area are expected to increase 11% to $1,035,000 in the fourth quarter of 2021
it'll be interesting to see how this brings up the average price in Toronto's different neighbourhoods
we will see a new area make it on to Ingram's list in 2021
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Large retailers often lack the vision to create something that reflects the Village’s history.Fernando Morales/The Globe and Mail
In her classic novel To Kill A Mockingbird
tired village: "There's nowhere to go and nothing to buy … and no money"
Lee's characterization could've been about a short two-block stretch of retail and restaurants that intersects the Forest Hill neighbourhood – except for the "no money" part
Surrounded by a half-dozen shuttered shops
misplaced franchises and a host of once grand-looking low-rise apartment buildings
there remains a few lone witnesses to a time when Forest Hill Village resembled a Norman Rockwell painting
the Village was a charming pastiche that served the prospering neighbourhood with folksy proprietary stores that were rich in service and quality
A snapshot of street life in the 1940s looked like a still from a Frank Capra movie
two gas stations with mechanics you could trust
a movie theatre and a candy-filled Stop and Shop variety store
and the same village is suffering from a slow rot evident in revolving-door retail and the lack of quaint architectural character that once defined the Village so many years earlier
The Forest Hill Barber Shop opened its doors in 1931 and its owner
has been cutting hair for more than 50 years
the question I posed about the stagnant state of Forest Hill Village immediately turned off the heated debate over Habs versus Leafs
Vitantonio is fast to offer his opinion on why this prime stretch of real estate
surrounded by the glitz and glamour of its residents
has never morphed into the kind of distinctive streetscape that defines Toronto in neighbourhoods such as Rosedale
"You can't call it a village anymore when all you have is franchises
the post office or a quality grocery?" he says
but the Village is now famous for gouging rent and thousands of parking tickets
and later annexed by the City of Toronto in 1967
In spite of a derailed attempt to construct a highway that would run from the 401 to downtown Toronto via Spadina Road – which would have destroyed the Village – Forest Hill quickly became one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in Toronto
It boasts two of Toronto's most prestigious schools and houses that sell for $4– to $5-million
While many consider Rosedale to be the setting of Toronto's elite
Forest Hill has been home at one time to many of the city's great moguls
who has been selling big-ticket real estate in the neighbourhood for nearly 30 years
says the Village lost its identity years ago
"The landlords charge sky-high rents while they wait for zoning for redevelopment or another franchisor with deep pockets," he says
He also points to a sad stretch of the Village featuring four dilapidated storefronts that have been boarded up for nearly a decade
and fast-food outlets and retailers who come to the neighbourhood without understanding the demographics and quickly fail
"Did the Village need a Baskin Robbins when we had a great local ice-cream shop
"Did we need a Blockbuster across from a local video store
All of this contributes to a lack of individuality and drives people to shop elsewhere."
He has watched over the Village for the past decade and is trying to improve things
McClelland agrees that the state of retail could be much better
"The Village is a double-edged sword with name brands that don't work and excessive rent that can't support bespoke retailers
The residents don't want a Nike or Roots store
Another concern is that large retailers that can afford the rent often lack the vision to create something that reflects the history of the Forest Hill Village
Gofman points to the newest addition to the strip
It's a box-like structure with the architectural sparkle of a munitions plant in Kabul
McClelland agree that this was a stunning mistake
"Both the builder and the LBCO had an opportunity to produce something special," Mr
"It would've been wonderful to create an homage to The Village Movie Theatre that was located on that same spot 40 years ago."
the theatre was closed and the location eventually became a dry cleaner before being torn down to make room for the LCBO outlet
in a neighbourhood that has many great private cellars
this LCBO features a miniscule Vintages section with fewer than a dozen bottles
"Why they didn't build something similar to the iconic Summerhill location
is staggering," said one of the managers on duty on the day I visited
"The district manager is reviewing the situation," he says
Lionel Schipper was just a young boy when he first lived in Forest Hill in the '40s
He paints a vivid canvas that had the movie theatre where he watched weekly sneak previews
a friendly local gas station to fill bike tires each summer
and the Min-A-Mart bakery where his mother bought chocolates and a pint of ice cream
"It was a bustle of activity and a destination," Mr
but it's sad that it's not what it should be."
McClelland is aiming to execute a master plan to bring back some of the Village's lost character
but I can focus on improving the streetscape," he says
tree planting and the recent addition of a $500,000 park that he says will act as a gateway to the Village
The BIA is also trying to mediate a debate on how best to solve the parking issue
Residents are divided on a plan to turn the lone
small parking lot into a multilevel structure with retail
Gofman thinks the parking issue is irrelevant
"Local residents have long abandoned the Village for retailers like Pusateri's north of the Village
or the shops on Eglinton Avenue where there is plenty of parking
These are people that shop in New York and Palm Beach
Damir Sulejmani and his brother Izzy have been retailers in the Village for 18 years
Damir has tried elevate the village retail experience by using his modest-sized gallery and framing shop to feature iconic photographers such as Albert Watson
But he says the Village is its own obstacle
"Residents have to speak up and demand a standard for the Village
Big-box retailers and franchises should not be allowed [here]
"The BIA thinks that dropping in a few metal benches makes a village a village
The $500,000 spent on a park no one is using could've spent on street banners
Caris agrees: "Mom and Pop have been replaced with corporations
We are a high-end neighbourhood with a lot of low-end stuff."
the Village is alive with animated chatter outside coffee shops and there is a steady stream of traffic
You can easily identify the savvy retailers who have figured out what works
The handsomely expanded Track Fitness and Aroma Espresso Bar are jam-packed
Hands-on veteran restaurateurs such as Banfi
offering personal attention and a consistent menu tailored to the neighbourhood
a few old-time players such as the Village Chill ice cream shop also give the strip some much-needed character
and a few new additions like the Type book store and Apotheca drug store aspire to transform the street
"We can't survive with a village that offers exercise and coffee."
Barry Avrich is a filmmaker/marketing executive and a Forest Hill resident
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We’re looking to provide personalized information [for drivers]
taking a different mode or taking a different route
I could envision us doing something where [if you drive] maybe northbound DVP from 4 to 6 p.m.
if there’s something out of the norm we would give you a text alert
I’d love to see if we can build on the GO alerts system
What we’d do is roll it out for the Don Valley and the Gardiner as our test
I think it’s important that whatever we do
we do it on a regional basis and not have Markham doing one thing and the MTO another and Toronto another
Starting it will likely be in the millions of dollars
and maintaining it would probably be in the millions per year
so I think this would a worthwhile investment
Collective Concerts and the Horseshoe Tavern
Cohen was recently named to the newly formed Toronto Music Industry Advisory Council
Some of us on the council are advocates for deregulation [of the city’s live music industry]
We’re hoping some of the bylaws that are sitting on the books of city hall are going to go through a transformation
We’re talking about municipal licensing and poster bylaws
Certain areas of town can’t have free concerts
there’s a movement to have city councillors say more ‘yes’ than ‘no’ in the future
There’s a push for the government to back the music industry in the way they do the film industry
if you wanted to get a shoot on a Toronto street
have an infrastructure as good as anywhere
we need the soft infrastructure to support people and families who are living in the downtown core
That means clinics and libraries and parks
the trees – all of those things that improve the quality of life
what’s been proposed is an airport that is the sixth largest in Canada
is a Trojan horse: everyone will want to compete
once Porter has a runway that can accommodate jets
you can understand the quality of the city by how they treat their waterfront
We have taken many years to change the waterfront from an industrial zone into a mixed use area
We have invested $1.6-billion in public money
and this would be working against that effort
The city shouldn’t be charging park groups to volunteer to improve their parks
We’ve now got more than 100 park groups around the city
People are volunteering to take care of trees and clean up their park and do all these things that build a better park and a better community
But the city still has this policy of charging them
If you’re going to take care of the trees in your park or do a garbage pick-up in the park
you have to pay for a permit and insurance
The city shouldn’t put up barriers to the kind of work that park groups do
We’ve helped us go from 40 parks friends groups to over 100 in the last two years
and there’s a worry that eventually it is going to lead to volunteer burnout
I’m totally biased because I was one of the 13 panel members for the Premier’s transit panel
but I think the single greatest problem in our city today is transportation and transit
And I think there’s a solution on the table
which has been articulated by us in this panel
and I do think it is the single biggest opportunity for relieving congestion
for creating some infrastructure investment
for unlocking some of the gridlock metaphorically and otherwise
And it’s a clean simple financing methodology that we’ve stress-tested and would work
It requires drivers to pay a little more in gas tax – although I have to say often from one day to the next there’s a three-cent spread and there hasn’t been an increase in gas tax for a long time
So it does require a little bit of pain for all of us who drive
No solution would be sensible if it didn’t ask companies to do something
because they’re the greatest beneficiaries of increased productivity when the system’s in place
And so a small incremental increase in the corporate income tax at the provincial level is also a piece of the puzzle
and absolutely the right thing to do for the region
welcoming and supportive to young innovators
I know from the Digital Media Zone [an ideas and technology incubator] at Ryerson what happens when you trust young people to learn
and give them an environment where they can take a calculated risk on their ideas
It’s a risk because there is no innovation without pushing the boundaries so far you might fail
It’s calculated because the right support systems can make the leap worth taking
I only had an inkling of what was possible with the DMZ
young entrepreneurs are coming to Toronto because this is where digital media is the model
and nothing can stop us from having the greatest city in the world
I’d like to have the private sector champion bike lanes by sponsoring specific stretches
We know the private sector is very concerned about congestion
This is an opportunity for them to probably have the most profound impact on congestion of any initiative in the next five years
They can contribute to the health of their employees and increase quality of life in the city
which is really important to being able to attract workers
in particular that 18- to 34-year-old cohort
The size of our planning team that works on cycling is tiny
We need money to do the planning and money to implement the infrastructure
It’s about expediting and rolling out on a massive scale the implementation of our new bike-policy framework
I think it would be pretty difficult for council to turn down cycling infrastructure paid for by the private sector
York University professor and co-founder of the Greater Toronto Suburban Working Group
My proposal for 2014 is to make a leap forward and try to create councils and roundtables and begin to come together across these municipal borders
[I want] the good people in Toronto – the builders and the urbanists and the community organizers and all the people who have been building this region from the ground up – to receive more attention for what they are doing
I think it’s important that we look across Steeles Avenue to the north and the people north of Steeles Avenue look south and the Humber River is not so much of a boundary
and on the other side the Rouge River is not a boundary
People should be starting to think of these boundaries as thresholds of conversation rather than boundaries of exclusion
If I had the energy and power and resources to do so
stage four to six conversations as trial balloons to say
What we need is co-ordination and co-operation in the GTA to solve the gridlock problem on behalf of the people of the GTA
[We need] Metrolinx to set the priority and get on with the priority jobs
and the province and federal government to fund the project
We’re moving forward very quickly with our light rail transit on Hurontario Street from the lake up to Brampton
and we’ll be ready when the province has the funding
I would love if the city came to the drawing board and said ‘This is our grand plan for the next 20 years: We’re going to build a King Street subway
and a Don Mills subway to take the pressure off Yonge Street.’
as well as a restaurant in the Financial District.]
it would take all the Scarborough traffic and take it to Union station
When you look at the great cities of the world
they’re all built on a great subway network
If we’re going to grow and continue to prosper and be a really vital
but I do feel that it will have a big impact on the life and the relationships of our citizens in Toronto in every way
And it’s as simple as this: I challenge the citizens and businesses in Toronto to go on a community walk once a month
to really get to know the people in their community
the buildings in their community … If you really look at our city
[I’m] challenging our citizens and our business and our partners to go on walks through the community
get to learn stories … If every business and every partner in a community went on a walk
they’re serving kindergarten to Grade 8 students
It really promotes that mutual respect for each organization within a community
the challenges and possibly tackle any community issues we might have
the one that has the supposed profile of city hall on it
very ugly and a poor piece of graphic design
I have a particular dislike for this logo because what it does is take a building that is aggressively three dimensional and tries to reduce it to a profile
That building was an important symbol when it was built
A very cost-effective way to effect a change in the atmosphere of the public realm is to change the typeface and the quality of the signage
and a new logo would call the eye to those things like signage and street furniture that people get used to
and cause people to become more aware of the quality of their surroundings – and then maybe [they’ll] be better advocates for transforming their surroundings
How to fund the Toronto region’s transportation needs is the question of our time
The answer lies in Big Ideas and importantly boldness in carrying it out
Twenty-fourteen must be the year of action
The Toronto Region Board of Trade advanced recommendations in March
the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Metrolinx in May
Numerous other stakeholders also weighed in
Our economy and quality of life is being dragged down by gridlock
The Toronto region needs leadership committed to funding and building transportation in our region and in our time
Many other city regions around the world have risen to this challenge and we can
We can turn 2014 into the year of action and beat our gridlock challenge
President and CEO of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Toronto’s pretty good at “Neighborhood.” Now we need to embrace “Cityhood.”
Cityhood demands that we capitalize on our collective assets
bike lanes and transportation infrastructure
It means “Doors Open” every day – parks and buildings that are safe and accessible to their neighbourhood
It means mobilizing invisible ambassadors and hidden advocates: fifth generation citizens whose ancestors created the form and function of Toronto
new Canadians contributing to tone and texture in the city
indigenous people who understood the value of our location and gave us our name
Let’s bottle it and make Toronto a city that shocks your system to life and demands full participation
Cityhood is what I mean when I say “I’m from Toron’o .”
These interviews have been edited and condensed
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A massive white oak tree in Forest Hill shades Stephen Reingold’s entire property when it’s full of leaves
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Stephen Reingold of Forest Hill tells us about his stunning white oak tree
and this oak tree towers above it by between 50 and 100 feet (15 to 30 metres)
Its trunk is at least 5 feet (1.5 metres) in diameter
There is a similar oak tree across the street on my neighbour’s property
I suspect the trees are possibly 200 or 300 years old and are from the original forest in the area
growing here well before Toronto’s beginning
Although I have been in this house for 20 years
this is the first year the oak tree has produced acorns
We take care of this tree; professional arborists cut the dead limbs and we plan to feed it nutrients this year
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In one of Toronto's most esteemed neighbourhoods
a picture-perfect townhome is waiting to welcome a lucky new owner
Nestled in the heart of Upper Forest Hill Village, 2C Fairleigh Crescent feels like a semi-detached
but boasts all the conveniences of townhome living
and three baths -- read: more than enough space for a single
and multiple cafes are only a few steps away in any direction
the new Cedarvale crosstown station will make trips across the city even more breezy
READ: St. Lawrence Market Penthouse Serves Downtown Views for (Summer) Days
Those with a love for nature will appreciate how Cedarvale Park
thanks to quick access to Allen Road and its connecting highways
we wouldn't be surprised if you became a major homebody at 2C Fairleigh; the listing comes complete with everything you could desire for chic and laid-back Toronto living
you're met by an open-concept living area
The latter is finished with granite countertops
Large windows invite in plenty of light and
without even stepping any further into the home
it's clear this abode is built for entertaining
Conversation can easily flow from room to room
even as hosts finish hors d'oeuvres prep or mix another round of drinks in the kitchen
or -- for a family or those with frequent overnight guests -- the family room could easily be converted into an additional bedroom
Storey three is home to the primary bedroom; this suite sprawls out across the entire level
this floor is an ultimate retreat for a little R&R at the end of the work day (or after a weekend spent hosting)
You'll notice we called the primary suite "an" ultimate retreat
rather than "the" ultimate retreat
That's because this listing boasts another amazing place to unwind: the rooftop terrace with 360-degree city views
Spanning the townhome's entire rooftop
this top-level escape comes complete with barbecue hookups
and -- the crown jewel -- a private saltwater hot tub
On the home's lower level there's a third bedroom
that's currently laid out as a home gym
The townhome also comes complete with one-car parking in its attached garage
which boasts ample storage spots and direct access to the lower level
If spacious Upper Forest Hill living and saltwater hot tub views sounds like your ideal routine
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which will require a zoning bylaw amendment to be approved
and would replace houses on properties at 202 through 208 St Clair West and 2 and 6 Forest Hill Road
Units are proposed to range in size from 1,000 ft² to 4,000 ft² dependent on the number of bedrooms
55 two bedroom homes make up the majority of the tower with 20 one-bedroom and 10 three-bedroom units filling out the rest of the building
The majority of the units have expansive terraces
Of the 126 proposed underground parking spaces
25 are equipped with electric vehicle infrastructure
In terms of architecture, very little is information is available aside from the general massing and floor plan of the building, which features two stepbacks along the southern elevation and terracing fitting within a 45 degree angular plane on the northern elevation. Designed by Graziani and Corrazza Architects
it is not known what the plans are for the exterior the building at this point
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in their new Forest Hill home on Tuesday — moving day
The four men decided they’d rather live together in a house than in cramped apartments downtown
“You just get so much more space for the price that you’re willing to pay” said Helfand
Four 20-something professional roommates took the unusual step of moving into a five-bedroom
four-bathroom brick house in one of Canada’s wealthiest neighbourhoods on Tuesday
Casey Lewis and three friends are moving to one of Toronto’s wealthiest neighbourhoods
a two-car garage and more than one fireplace — it’s also much cheaper
The four 20-something roommates took the unusual step of moving into a 3,000-square-foot brick home in Forest Hill on Tuesday
paying far less than what it would cost to rent four one-bedroom apartments downtown
“Everyone I’ve spoken with is a little bit surprised about the area we’re living in,” said Lewis
at least — single families with BMWs and Audis in the driveways and multimillion dollar houses.”
Their move may not be part of a wave of newcomers to the neighbourhood
but it’s an example of the creative lengths Torontonians are going to in the search for affordable housing
“That it is more affordable for young people to live in a large Forest Hill home than an apartment demonstrates that Toronto’s rental market is out of control,” Ward 22 Councillor Josh Matlow
chair of Toronto’s tenant issues committee
“You’ve got to hand it to them — they’ve come up with a creative way to find the type of housing that they want,” said Jennifer Keesmaat
“And I think that is a reflection of the fact that things are not staying the same
but our approach to housing is fundamentally changing.”
The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment downtown is $1,995 a month, according to the Toronto Real Estate Board
Lewis and his friends will be paying an average of $1,050 each to rent the three-storey home north of St
With all four roommates working north of Bloor St.
“it didn’t make sense to pay the premium if you’re not getting the benefit of walking to work,” roommate Jesse Helfand said
Helfand is a data analyst on Canada Goose’s e-commerce team
and Lewis is the co-founder of an app startup called Feedback
Roommate Andrew Polychronopoulos is a music producer at Hotbox Digital Studios
and Sam Clarke works in wealth management at Scotiabank
The four are only a minute away from the subway and streetcar
“We can get all of those things that we’d be able to get living downtown
while also being able to be live in an actual
physical house that is a lot more comfortable and luxurious,” he said
That young professionals would look to live together in a neighbourhood full of single-family homes “points to how critical it is to be building affordable rentals in a variety of configurations in our city,” Keesmaat said
“The idea that a certain design of a house is only designed for a mom and dad and two kids is
problematic because it’s not what most of our families look like
and it’s not the way most of us necessarily live.”
Residential home rentals in Forest Hill are “few and far between,” said Ward 21 Councillor Joe Mihevc
whose ward — St Paul’s — contains the roommates’ new home
“I don’t know too many of those homes that are being rented out,” Mihevc said
they’re being rented out to single families while someone else is on sabbatical
four-bathroom house down the street from the Forest Hill house was recently listed as a rental unit
According to the Canadian Rental Housing Index
there are over 524,000 rental households in Toronto
paying an average of $1,242 a month for rent and utilities (compared to the Ontario average of $1,109)
deputy executive director of the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association
Carlson said Torontonians tend to look at more suburban areas of the city “as if it’s always going to be families
when in fact it’s not always going to be families because of how unaffordable the rental housing is here in the city
“I don’t fault these young guys for being creative and solving their housing problem
Before that he lived with two roommates in a condo at Bay and College
where he “paid a little bit more and certainly got nowhere near as much space” as he has at the Forest Hill house
and views of the skyline and being walking distance to cool stuff downtown
Moving to Forest Hill was also a chance to live together
“The four of us were all friends from high school and before … it was an opportunity to get to live with our friends while we still can,” Helfand said
But Lewis wants to assure his new neighbours that there will be no wild parties
“We’re all working professionals,” he said
“I don’t want it to come off like we’re just gonna be trashing the place and running amok in the neighbourhood.”
“We realized there really wasn’t anything like this in Toronto,” says builder Bryan Levy
CEO of DBS Developments with Gloria Salomon
you want to know what you’re getting,” says builder Levy who went to Denmark to select the upscale bricks for 2Fifteen Lonsdale’s exterior
The 17th-floor rooftop terrace with lounge seating and fire pits will have views of the city skyline to the south and west
“We really paid attention to the details of everything here,” says builder Bryan Levy
principal of Diamond Schmitt Architects and Gloria Salomon
large islands and high-end appliances are among the kitchen highlights in apartments that will range from 580 to 2,150 square feet
The new 20-storey luxury rental building nearing completion at Lonsdale and Avenue roads will feature a one-of-a-kind Danish brick fa�ade that the developer says is already attracting attention
20-storey boutique building brings 129 high-end apartments and amenities to Lonsdale and Avenue Rds
hand-picked there by the developer himself
the “very expensive” brickwork at upwards of $7 apiece sets the tone for a 20-storey luxury rental building in its final months of construction at Lonsdale and Avenue Rds.
“When people come around that corner and see the building with this beautiful brick
it really should make an impact,” predicts developer Bryan Levy
He has high hopes for the head-turning highrise named 2Fifteen after its number on Lonsdale
“We realized there really wasn’t anything like this in Toronto.”
and attentive on-site staff to attend to residents
the boutique building is expected to fill a void in the purpose-built rental market
People who want to live in luxury and security without the cost, commitment and responsibilities of owning a home can move into a professionally managed building for 12 months or “as long as you want,” says Levy, CEO of DBS Developments and CFO of Preston Group
the Toronto companies that are building and operating 2Fifteen
tree-lined neighbourhood” of Forest Hill South adds to the appeal
Rents will range from $3,200 and up per month for a one-bedroom apartment to $12,000 or more for a penthouse suite
and will cover everything from services to maintenance
Levy envisions tenants as high-earning young professionals new to the city or lacking the down payment to buy a place; boomers sharing space with age-in-place elderly parents; or downsizers with other uses for their home-sale profits
He expects demand to grow as people recognize the financial benefits of selling the house
cashing in and enjoying life’s next chapter as a tenant
“Up until now there hasn’t been a good rental option for them,” he points out
Count Roanne Kerzner among the opportunity-spotters
As a next-door neighbour in a condo she owns with her husband
she’s thinking about the “definite possibility” of renting at 2Fifteen in the future
“It’s a very attractive option because of what it can offer someone accustomed to a luxury lifestyle,” says Kerzner
Moving to a rental suite in the same desirable location would be a “lifestyle change,” freeing them from the responsibilities of ownership while still providing the amenities
would likely wait till they’re empty nesters before deciding to move
She said the well-designed building “looks beautiful” as the bricks go on
creating a façade that Levy credits for attracting interest in the pinwheel-shaped highrise
Symbolic of the level of luxury and refinement that will define 2Fifteen
the bricks were a weighty consideration that prompted Levy to visit the Petersen Tegl factory in a small Danish town where he personally chose the long
you want to know what you’re getting,” he explains
He also took 2Fifteen’s architect from Diamond Schmitt and interior designer from Wise Nadel to New York City to see the bricks in use on other buildings
Lonsdale’s design features grey bricks in varying shapes and shades stacked horizontally
The masonry will be complimented by bronze anodized aluminum frames around the oversized floor-to-ceiling windows
The developer notes they’re the first to use the Danish brick on a highrise in Canada
“We really paid attention to the details of everything here.”
That includes the entrance lobby and lounge that has a fireplace and 20-foot ceiling
a party room with chef’s kitchen and dining space
games room with theatre and walkout terrace with outdoor dining area
There’s also a fully equipped gym with Peloton bikes and spa facilities
residents will have unobstructed southwest views of the skyline
Apartment suites will have open-concept layouts
Preston Group is hiring a full-time management team comprising a 24-hour concierge
porter and resident manager specifically for this building
Tenants will also have a phone app for booking amenities
requesting maintenance and other communications
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Architect: Diamond Schmitt ; Interior designer: Wise Nadel Design
Size: 20 storeys with 129 rental suites in one-
Rental prices: from $3,200 a month for one-bedroom; $6,800 for two-bedroom; $7,200 for two-plus-den; $12,000 for penthouse
Amenities: lobby lounge with fireplace; games room with theatre; party room with chef’s kitchen
dining area and walkout terrace with barbecues
outdoor dining; gym and spa; 17th-floor rooftop terrace with lounge seating
Information: Register at 2Fifteen.ca; https://2fifteen.ca/home email: leasing@2fifteen.ca; leasing office opens fall 2021
The spacious main floor has open sight lines that draw in natural light and room for a wheelchair to move around
5Easy-to-navigate kitchen is centrally located between the dining and living rooms in the open-concept main floor
The bright and comfortable living room in the 1,084-square-foot main floor features a fireplace and a view of the lush yard
photographed on the roof deck where he plants
uses different tools to communicate without speech
including a custom book with words and symbols
The backyard is a “calming oasis” for the whole family
The semi-detached century home is equipped with a large parking space for the family’s accessible van from which Kerr Wattie travels in his wheelchair to the elevator entrance at the side of the house
The dining room benefits from big windows that offer views of the greenery outside
a feature that’s important to the family
Century home was renovated to include a six-stop elevator
Four wheels shouldn’t be a barrier to any part of your home whether it’s the basement office
That was the goal when Kerr Wattie’s parents gutted and rebuilt their Forest Hill century home to make every indoor and outdoor space easily accessible to his wheelchair
2-1/2-storey house with an elevator that stops in six places
The now 36-year-old man is still living safely and comfortably in the home where he and younger brother Skye grew up
“We wanted our home to be both beautiful and easy to navigate
as well as to have flexibility so the use of various spaces could evolve as Kerr’s
Skye’s and our needs changed,” explains mom Gail Fisher-Taylor
“The house has worked magnificently well for us.”
From long-time realtor Paul Maranger’s perspective, a vertical home this wheelchair-friendly in a mature Toronto neighbourhood is rare. For example, elevators are not uncommon, but this one has an outside entrance, accommodates an adult wheelchair and caregiver, and has no stairs to get to it, remarks the broker with Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
After Fisher-Taylor and her husband Burns Wattie bought the semi-detached house in 1993
the family lived there pre-reno for a few years while they figured out everyone’s needs
“we knew we would no longer be able to carry him up and down the stairs,” says Fisher-Taylor
eat and entertain under the open skies,” she says
Or they can hang out on the shady first-floor deck
enjoying the garden views and “the sounds of flowing water (that) create a calming oasis” for everyone to enjoy
Reflecting on Kerr’s early struggles without a voice
Fisher-Taylor recounts an experience talking to his caregiver
‘I think Kerr understands everything I say,’ and Kerr went ‘blink
blink,’ and I knew then,” his mother relates
Now, he uses various methods from a system called Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) such as blinking
a dedicated computer for auditory cues and a book with words and symbols
The need for AAC can result from ALS, Alzheimer’s, throat cancer, stroke, serious injury and other medical conditions. Kerr’s family helped raise awareness 10 years ago when Skye
cycled 8,382 kilometres across the country
joined by Kerr in a bike trailer for parts of the journey
Fisher-Taylor was actively involved in the design and finishes of their home
The accessibility features they incorporated include rotating spaces for a wheelchair and a discreet ceiling tracking system for lifts to take Kerr into bathrooms on the first and second floor
Maranger, whose team Paul and Christian Associates https://paulandchristianassociates.com/ is representing the property
marvels over the attention paid to “every square millimetre” to produce a top-to-bottom
barrier-free (also known as universal design) residence
He’s also impressed with the soundproof basement office with a separate entrance and powder room
and commends the architect for the home’s “timeless contemporary design.”
With Skye recently married and Burns Wattie retired
the family is now building a new house in Bruce Peninsula where they’ll have even more barrier-free room to roam
TorontoNewsToronto police charge woman who allegedly vandalized Forest Hill Starbucks with pro-Palestinian messagesBy Phil TsekourasOpens in new windowPublished: November 18, 2023 at 11:35AM EST
Parallax appealed the lack of a decision by the City to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal in December
and following that time met with the Planning Department
City Council adopted a recommendation from Planning staff to support the revised plan at the now renamed Ontario Land Tribunal hearing
where the new plan was ratified on April 12.
The settlement drops the height of the towers from 80 and 74 metres to 68.4 and 65.4 metres
and from 23 and 21 storeys to 19 and 18. There was also a reduction in podium height
with sculpting appearing on the north side of the podium to reduce its bulk
along with the removal of a western 5-storey podium element altogether. The settlement also decreases the unit count by nearly 200 units
A minimum of 10% of the total units will be three-bedroom suites and 20% will be two-bedroom suites
Along with the unit decrease the number of parking spaces has been cut down from 205 to 155
facing Bantry Avenue on the south side of the complex
residential units and terraces at the southeast corner have been replaced with indoor and outdoor residential amenity uses
in an effort to consolidate the amenity spaces while addressing livability concerns of units facing Bantry Avenue that had limited glazing
Roof plan for the complex with outdoor amenity spaces indicated
The amenities of the development are to be appointed by Figure3
and linear dog run.The newly proposed indoor amenity space is contiguous with the outdoor amenity space. On the roof of the central podium
This space has been programmed as a passive garden area for residents of the building
and will not be contiguous with any indoor amenity space as the intent by IBI is to promote quiet use of the space
The development will also now include a Land Art Design-appointed POPS along the westerly side of the building to provide a pedestrian connection between Montclair Avenue and the public portion of Lower Village Gate
as well as increased setbacks at the ground level to provide for an enhanced public realm for residents.
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three days after being found shot outside his Avenue Road home
It’s been almost two months since Ikechidiadi (Ike) Kaja died after being found shot near his Forest Hill home and Toronto police are still trying to track down his killer
“Unfortunately, there is no update I am able to provide at this time,” Det.-Sgt. Keri Fernandes, of Toronto police’s homicide squad, told toronto.com
They have provided witness statements and video
This is the type of investigation where our suspect has eluded us so far
but we are far from finished our search for them.”
He is Toronto’s 10th murder victim of the year
was remembered a loving father to his four-year-old son
Those who took to social media to express their shock and sadness about his death used the words humble
about 40 people gathered near the spot where he died for a vigil
several close friends and family members came together again for his funeral and burial
but had lived in Europe and the United States
He came to Canada in 2006 to pursue an MBA at University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management
He was passionate about the institution,” said classmate and good friend Narinder Dhami
whom she called a “a high-integrity individual.” She described him as a “positive and thoughtful” individual who “wouldn’t hurt a fly.”
who said her friend is the last person anyone would expect to be fatally shot
is leading the effort to ensure Kaja’s legacy lives on through the establishment of a scholarship at his alma mater
The Ike Justin Kaja Memorial Scholarship will provide $8,000 annually to an incoming student who, like Kaja, embodies kindness, leadership and commitment to making the community a better place. People can donate to this scholarship online or by emailing anu.mann@rotman.utoronto.ca
“This is a next step of healing,” said Dhami
adding the hardest part is waiting and hoping justice will be eventually served
Gautam Malkani was friends with Kaja for 14 years and is still trying to come to grips with the loss of his dear friend
I’m heartbroken … No one had a bad thing to say about Ike,” shared Malkani
who keeps in regular contact with Kaja’s family
“Ike was a great person and an even better father
but we hope some level of healing happens when there is justice.”
Malkani said his hope is that Kaja’s young son grows up to know what a great person his father was and how much he loved him
I have no idea what this person or these persons wanted from Ike,” he said
Dozens of Kaja’s former Rotman classmates have submitted photos and messages that were assembled into an online sympathy card for his family
Those who knew and loved Kaja are also talking about how to best support his young son
Anyone with information about Kaja’s murder is urged to contact Toronto police’s homicide squad at 416-808-7400, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at 222tips.com
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The family was reportedly home at the time of the incident
Four suspects reportedly smashed glass in a door with a rock to break into a home in the Forest Hill Road and Kilbarry Road area
Toronto police have arrested a teen after a home invasion in Forest Hill earlier this month
Officers were called to the area of Forest Hill Road and Kilbarry Road at around 4:14 a.m
10 where it is alleged that four suspects entered a residence
They reportedly broke in by throwing a rock through glass in a door
One of the suspects allegedly had a firearm and the group stole several sets of keys
There was an alleged attempt to steal a vehicle from the driveway but it was unsuccessful and the suspects fled
Halton police made multiple arrests on an unrelated incident and discovered that one of those arrested was also the 16-year-old suspect in the group of suspects wanted in the home invasion
Last week, on Feb. 22, the Provincial Carjacking Joint Task Force arrested the same teen and charged him with robbery while armed with a firearm and break and enter for the Forest Hill incident
Anyone with information has been asked to contact police at 416-808-7350
just a bit closer to the homes of young families
downsizers and working professionals today
9 stops to both York University and Ryerson University
The Forest Hill Condos is in a prime location
and an early adapter when it comes to transit connectivity to the Crosstown LRT
Forest Hill Station will conveniently sit in between two TTC Line 1 transfer stations
It should also be noted that Premier Doug Ford has revealed his new transit plan which has designated $4.7 billion to the construction of an Eglinton Crosstown West Extension
What makes this extension so integral is its direct access to Pearson International Airport which is the busiest in Canada and serves as a major employment centre for the province
Pearson employs approximately 49,000 workers and has the potential to grow to 70,000 jobs by 2035
Not only is the Line 5 extension expected to be completed by 2031 but this means that workers and everyday commuters will be able to arrive at Pearson International Airport easily and for cheaper than it costs today
When living in a big city such as Toronto, the primary factor that is tied to choosing the right property is its proximity to the public transit system. Many homebuyers, especially downtown condo buyers
are looking for a place that is located very close to the subway so that it is easier to get around
seasoned condo investors are looking for opportunities to own rental properties in these high demand areas as well
That is why owners with direct transit connection carry an 18% premium which means that the city’s most important amenity is also extremely important to an investor looking for a healthy return on investment
A recent study by Ratehub.ca found that the average condo rental is approximately 14% more expensive when located within walking distance to a subway station
the study was launched to help condo buyers compare key hubs along the popular TTC transit line
noting that TTC access is increasingly important in the day to day life of Torontonians-- so much so that an average of $1.69 million riders use the TTC each weekday
Aside from elite transportation infrastructure coming to this affluent neighbourhood, Forest Hill is known for its million-dollar homes
71 homes sold for an average price of $4.4 million
This means that anyone looking for a home in the neighbourhood would be facing a 20 per cent down payment of nearly one million dollars
with CentreCourt’s release of The Forest Hill Condos
you can own in Forest Hill with a downpayment of approximately $60,000
How many of today’s homebuyers can say that they bought a home in the Forest Hill neighbourhood with a down payment of $60,000
This is a unique opportunity that we predict will sell out in just one weekend
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“People are realizing you have to appreciate life
and that translates to a luxury environment,”says Zev Mandelbaum
developer of boutique condominium Forest Hill Private Residences
private terraces are among the features of suites at Forest Hill Private Residences
Condo suites at Forest Hill Private Residences will have luxury features plus high-end amenities and services
Private terraces are designed to provide safe
post-pandemic spaces at the boutique condominium in Forest Hill
A model of the Forest Hill Private Residences at the project’s sales office on Madison Avenue
A boutique midrise in one of Toronto’s top neighbourhoods combines top lifestyle features with a focus on staying safe
Creating a luxury lifestyle with a mind to keeping safe in a post-pandemic environment is the objective of a new condo project in one of Toronto’s most exclusive neighbourhoods
Forest Hill Private Residences
Planning for the development started pre-covid
and his team tracked the direction of affluent lifestyle trends in designing the project and further honed its focus with the aim of pioneering post-pandemic features
the 89-suite midrise will tap into residents’ desires for safe spaces
access to outdoors and the ability to work from home
accompanied by high-end perks such as a wine cellar
Common area features that will offer added safety include separate entrances
“The less contact the better in the post-pandemic world,” said Mandelbaum of the concept of isolating different activities within the condominium
Forest Hill Private Residences’ service lobby will be separate from the two-storey
hotel-style front lobby to keep the activity of deliveries
removed from the foot traffic of residents
“One of the things that comes to mind is that
people are realizing you have to appreciate life
and that translates to a luxury environment,” noted Mandelbaum
Many of the suites are designed as two-bedroom units with dens
that facilitate working from home and have terrace-style balconies large enough for outdoor dining and lounging
Units offer views of the tree canopy in the residential neighbourhood and south to the downtown skyline
Last year was a record-setting year for Canada’s luxury market
According to Sotheby’s International Real Estate Canada
residential sales of $4-million-plus were up 276 per cent year-over-year in the GTA by mid-2021
The hot demand for lavish residences is expected to continue in 2022
president and CEO of Toronto real estate firm Hirsch and Associates
says owners of luxury detached homes in Toronto have seen property values increase dramatically and decided the time is right to sell
but they are getting $10 million for their existing home.”
“A lot of people are recognizing Toronto as a luxury market
Shanghai and Saudi Arabia where the prices are substantially higher,” she says
Hirsch says buyers at Forest Hill Private Residences are local from the neighbourhood — as well as from Oakville and Thornhill
And they are not hesitating to spend to get what they want
“Buyers want to downsize but not down-price,” said Mandelbaum
“We had people who bought smaller units then wanted bigger units
“My own parents moved to a fairly luxurious condo and love the lifestyle and amenities
we built it using what we’d learned from the hotel industry,” he said
The amenities have been a big selling feature
Buyers like that they can host dinner parties in the dining room and access services such as the 24/7 concierge
it wasn’t enough to simply create a luxury building
“Toronto needs landmark buildings that add character
This building will have real limestone and granite to give the opulence that a neighbourhood like Forest Hill and Toronto deserves
Architect: Graziani + Corazza Architects Inc.; Interior designer: U31
Suites: 89 condo units including one-bedroom
Website: foresthillresidences.com
Developer Simon Hirsh at the new Forest Hill condo development
The 200 Russell Hill development raises the bar on price with condos starting at $3.2 million
leafy streets of Forest Hill are no longer immune to Toronto’s condo city transformation
The 200 Russell Hill project by Hirsh Development Group has quietly raised the bar on luxury living
Suites at the development in the Spadina Rd
area start at $3.2 million and top out at a jaw-dropping $12 million
Tentatively planned for occupancy in fall 2018
the 22 units in the five-storey development will range from about 2,000 to 5,000 sq
although buyers have the option of combining two suites into a single home
“To get multi-unit development like this in this neighbourhood is really unheard of
This was a 10-year fight to get this approved,” said developer Simon Hirsh
whose company is known for custom and high-end vacation homes
Residents initially opposed condos because they were afraid it would destroy old trees and the habitat for red-tailed hawks in the area
said retired city councillor Michael Walker
“It was a good debate,” said his former executive assistant Chris Sellers
who had objected to other development proposals in the area
had no appetite for another fight on that site
president of the South Hill District Homeowners Association
“I think people are really were pleased with what he’s putting in
It’s high end — $2,200 a square foot
There’s only about 22 condos in there,” said Pearson
While 200 Russell Hill’s high-end features and finishes are unique in the Toronto market
it’s the kind of project that is likely to show up more as the supply of developable land dwindles in Toronto
“There is a trend towards people wanting to stay in these high end neighbourhoods and have buildings that offer a little more efficiency as far as the number of units,” he said
not over-powering to the existing homes and it’s not changing the terrain or the skyline,” said Hirsh
“It’s true that the highrise areas were the first to be aggressively developed
Now the development is looking at more gentle densities in more established neighbourhoods,” said Cherise Burda
director of the Ryerson City building Institute
Maintaining the character of a neighbourhood is key with these projects
“whether it’s fitting into the very expensive high end character that (200 Russell Hill) is or it’s modern and fitting into a type of character like Roncesvalles or Parkdale where it’s more rustic looking.”
That can be mid-rise buildings on main streets and transit corridors and
stacked townhomes deeper in established neighbourhoods
The 200 Russell Hill sales centre on the west side of the street can’t be seen from the road where it slopes and winds dramatically south of St
The only hint that there’s building in the offing is a series of black metal panels along the driveway
But the drama escalates from the two enormous arrangements of fresh white roses that flanked the sales centre’s threshold on a chilly April Friday
Lori Morris
whose designs have graced luxury homes around the continent
has fashioned the sales centre into two of her signature interiors — one contemporary
although there is nothing remotely staid about the sumptuous furnishings
The official launch for the project doesn’t come until May 14 but units are already selling
His clients — Forest Hill downsizers and high-end downtown dwellers who sick of having their views blocked by galloping construction — want the simplicity of condo living in the comfort of a familiar
“We’re offering them the best of the best in the best neighbourhood
That is enough for them to say they’re willing to give up the big home and have maintenance-free living and still maintain a certain level of luxury and prestige,” he said
“The location is the best part of the whole project.”
It’s not just the neighbourhood but the leafy setting
“We back on to Sir Winston Churchill Park and onto the ravine to the south so you have your views completely protected
There will be no development to the south or the west to infringe on the views
The building’s exterior front of traditional limestone and a Mansard-style roof fits with the neighbourhood
There’s a more contemporary facade on the ravine and park side
“When people are in the park looking back up at this building I want it to start to disappear
I don’t want to affect the view from the path and the trails,” he said
Homeowners will enjoy a full range of hotel-style conveniences ranging from valet parking in the three underground decks
a complimentary espresso bar and a full-service wine lounge where they can store their personal collections
All that luxury will be overseen by an attaché offering a much higher level of service than the standard building concierge
five-storey condominum is designed by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects for Hirsh Development Group
Luxe interiors are designed by Lori Morris
2-bedroom-plus-den and three-bedroom units are 1,859 to 5,000 sq
and range from $3.2 million to $11.9 million
Although each suite includes an outdoor space
the three penthouse units feature private roof-top terraces
Building amenities include valet and 24-hour attaché service; fitness and yoga studios; spa
massage and change rooms; sports simulation room; theatre room; pet wash room; party room with catering kitchen
entertainment areas and walkout to patio; lobby visitor seating with full bar; climate controlled wine cellar and lounge; private library and piano lounge
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