The Home News Magazine ETOBICOKE - JULY 2016

ISSUE 07 • 2016

Etobicoke

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

JoAnne Gludish Sales Representative

direct: 416.817.3747 office: 416.231.3000 JoAnneGludish.com

See Page 25 for details on this and other great properties

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THE STEVENSON TEAM’S

Central Etobicoke R E A L E S TAT E U P DAT E

Eringate Centennial West Deane

Princess Rosethorn

Edenbridge Humber Valley

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Average Sold Prices from January to June

Kingsway South Markland Wood

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Islington City Centre West Stonegate Queensway

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Kingsway South

$775,000 - $2,481,000

$1,558,240

$765,000 - $1,425,000

$1,012,000

$300,000 - $1,510,000

$788,299

Edenbridge Humber Valley

$830,000 - $5,000,000

$1,927,833

$1,403,000

$1,403,000

$212,000 - $778,000

$432,333

Princess Rosethorn

$781,965 - $2,850,000

$1,385,477

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Eringate Centennial West Deane

$590,000 - $1,404,000

$779,933

$395,000 - $607,000

$488,733

$197,000 - $525,000

$293,581

Etobicoke West Mall

$640,000 - $1,100,000

$822,109

$463,000

$463,000

$154,329 - $342,000

$270,980

Markland Wood

$755,000 - $1,700,000

$1,042,111

$425,000 - $551,500

$513,963

$276,000 - $640,000

$435,102

Islington City Centre West

$610,000 - $2,245,000

$1,090,431

$270,000 - $955,000

$655,522

$197,000 - $380,000

$303,754

Stonegate Queensway

$525,000 - $2,330,000

$1,113,923

$620,000 - $1,056,000

$760,590

$273,000 - $845,000

$466,535

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Market information contained herein is based on current statistical information obtained from the Toronto Real Estate Board from January 1 to June 30, 2016 and does not include properties that have been privately transacted. Average prices are based on sold properties only. Variables in the listing sold prices may not be consistent with year-to-date or historical averages for the areas. The neighbourhood map has been provided for illustration purposes only.

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I have now had the pleasure of working with Nutan when selling two properties. Nutan is unfailingly knowledgeable, good natured, patient and accommodating. When Nutan is your real estate agent she comes with a team of diligent and talented folks to help. Special thanks to Brent and Gord who helped to “fluff ” one property. They updated the fixtures making cost conscious suggestions that fit our budget and emphasized the charms of the residence. Angelo looks after the painting and did a marvelous job.

When it came time to sell my parent’s home of some 50 years, Nutan was ready to help and, once again, did an excellent job. Her team was lined up and onside within a few days. Kevin is a handy man like no other. He evaluated the repairs we needed and agreed on a schedule allowing us to meet our goal to put the house on the market within a short period of time. The job was completed on time and within budget. Kevin’s attention to detail and his good nature were very appreciated. Ali helped with the carpet necessary to freshen the look of the family room. His professionalism and willingness to accommodate my busy schedule was very impressive.

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INGREDIENTS • 1/2 CUP (125 mL) PC Premium

Medium Grain Sticky Rice • 1/2 CUP (125 mL) Granulated Sugar • PINCH of Salt • 2 1/2 CUPS (625 mL) 2% Milk • 1 CAN (400 mL) Coconut Milk • HALF PC Black Label Madagascar

Bourbon Vanilla Bean • 2 Large Egg Yolks • 1/4 CUP (50 mL) of Unsweetened

Desiccated Coconut • 1 PC Flavour Burst Kent Mango

• Heat rice, sugar, salt, 2 cups (500 mL) of milk and the coconut milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Cut vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape seeds out; add seeds and pod to saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes, stirring frequently, or until rice is tender and mixture has thickened.

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Place bowl in a larger bowl filled with ice and water; let cool 15 minutes.

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• Transfer rice pudding to refrigerator; chill for 90 minutes or until cold.

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JoAnne Gludish sAles RepResentAtive

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EDENBRIDGE HUMBER VALLEY $4,980,000

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41 Daneswood Road www.TransitionalModern.com LAWRENCE PARK LISTING PRICE: $4,950,000

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www.UberHomes.com YORKVILLE LISTING PRICE: $1,250,000

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QUEEN STREET WEST LISTING PRICE: $999,000

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ISLINGTON HEIGHTS LISTING PRICE: $1,949,000

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2855 Bloor Street West, Suite 601 www.UberToronto.com KINGSWAY / OLD MILL LISTING PRICE: $585,500

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UNOBSTRUCTED WEST VIEWS

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ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT LISTING PRICE: $4,000,000

Email: David@DavidOey.com

*Represented Buyer **Represented Buyer and Seller.

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HOSTING the perfect dinner UNDER THE STARS

uring the summer, everyone always prefers to be outside, and evenings are no exception. Whether you're seeing all the stars in the night sky at the cottage or experiencing the lights and sounds of the city, there's something particularly magical and romantic about being outdoors after the sun sets. The warm, open air is also the perfect setting for al fresco dining. Skip the pricey patios and invite loved ones over for some inspired summer entertaining. “Outdoor dining gives you the perfect opportunity to explore extraordinary food with your dinner guests,� says Tom Filippou, Executive Chef for President's Choice Cooking School.

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� Don't be afraid to give your guests some different flavours by introducing them to a collection of innovative food,� says TOM FILIPPOU.

Try Filippou's four great tips to make sure the food you serve and the atmosphere you create are as memorable as the company you share them with.

SERVE COOL UNDILUTED DRINKS Don't make the mistake of serving too much ice - nobody likes a watered-down drink. Use environmentally-friendly reusable ice cubes that can easily be found in the seasonal housewares section of most retail stores.

SET THE MOOD Put on some tunes that your guests or date are sure to enjoy.

Make sure you ask around to get a feel for the different tastes in music so you can prepare the perfect playlist. Nice tunes, some great company and summer night dining will create the perfect setting for a truly memorable evening. >>>

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SPEND MORE TIME WITH GUESTS The last thing you want to do when entertaining is hide out in the kitchen while your guests enjoy the party outside. So cut down on food prep by serving delicious but simple appetizers like tortilla chips with fresh PC Pico de Gallo Mild Salsa made with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, fresh serranos, salt and key lime juice.

DON'T FORGET THE CITRONELLA The only thing you want your guests to leave your party with are full bellies, not bug bites. So make sure you keep out unwanted visitors like pesky mosquitos with citronella lamps or candles. The added lights also help create a great ambience that just might make your guests believe they're on a tropical island on a late summer night.

Find inspiration on some great dishes to go along with these tips online at pc.ca THN www.newscanada.com

$

1,969,000

3 3 A B I L E N E D R I V E , E TO B I CO K E

Exquisite fully renovated bungalow rarely available in the Manor with 4200 sq/ft of living space with the highest standard of finishings. Wide plank engineered flooring thru-out main floor, heated flooring in washrooms, foyer and laundry rm, 12ft ceilings in main living space, coffered ceilings in master bedroom with luxurious 5pc ensuite, chef’s kitchen with eat-in island open to dining and living room, high end built in appliances, spacious mudroom & powder room with direct access to the garage, custom cabinetry in kitchen & bathrooms.

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R e p r e s e n ta t i ve direct

647-232-7317 ana@asantos.ca

2271 Bloor Street West. Toronto. Ontario M6S 1P1 Office: 416-441-2888 ext. 796 • harveykalles.com

See Ana Santos’ ad on PAGE 5 for details on this and other great properties.

NEWLY BUILT ARCHITECTURAL “SMART- HOME”

65 Brule Gardens Stunning masterpiece by the premier local builder!

Floating staircases! Cathedral ceilings! Towering windows! Custom built-ins! Car lift for 2 cars!

Nanny suite! Outdoor California room! Tiered landscaped reverse ravine! Quiet private pocket! $3,450,000

Presented by LINA KULIAVAS - Sales Representative Office: 416-762-8255 Email: lina@kuliavas.com

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$

1,299,900

1 W I N T E R T O N AV E N U E , T O R O N T O

Splendid 4 Level Side-Split!

Exceptionally spacious with an abundance of natural light! This 3+1 bedroom 3 bath family home in high-demand Princess Rosethorn neighbourhood offers 3,640 square feet of living space (includes lower)! Beautifully landscaped 44.25 X 127.54 lot features a serene, award-winning zen garden perfect for both relaxing & entertaining! State-ofthe-art, recently rebuilt lower level! Stunning curb appeal and a welcoming front veranda! Loved by the same owner for 35 years! Ideally located close to excellent neighbourhood schools, parks, shopping, transit, highways & more!

JOANNE GLUDISH SAL ES

direct:

R EPR ES EN TAT I VE

416.817.3747

office:

416.231.3000

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home & lifestyle

REMOTE

Home MONITORING Latest trends in full interactive security and home automation systems.

S

ummer is finally upon us and it's time to take advantage of the heat and sunshine to get away on a family vacation. Whether it's waterskiing on your favourite lake, or roasting some marshmallows around a campfire, you'll want to make sure that you are still connected to your home while you're away to ensure all is safe and secure. >>>

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According to PATRICE DE LUCA, V.P. of Marketing and Customer Care for Reliance Protectron Security Services,

the latest advancements in home security systems are leaving homeowners with a greater sense of peace of mind that their home is being protected while they're away.

This is due to the latest interactive services from providers like Reliance Protectron that is giving clients protection that goes far beyond the role of a traditional home security system. Here are some of the interactive tools now available:

VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE You can set up video surveillance around your property and in your home that seamlessly sleeves into your existing system. You can subscribe to interactive video surveillance to record activity at preset times or begin recording when motion is detected. “Only you can monitor what's happening in your house through your webcams, as our monitoring centres cannot access your cameras,� explained De Luca. Thus, you can for example make sure you kids arrived home safely, even if you're not home. >>>

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INTERACTIVE

DOOR LOCKS If you have guests that will be housesitting or getting your mail for you while you are away, there is no need to give them a key. You can give them a passcode to unlock your door which you can change or delete immediately upon your return from vacation. >>>

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INTERACTIVE

THERMOSTAT You no longer have to worry if you left the air conditioning on or not before you leave the house. You can simply check the status of your thermostat through your computer or your smartphone and turn it off if you forgot. As an added bonus, you can turn it on just before you get back if you are returning home on a particularly hot day.

R E M OT E CONTROL

LIGHTING AND APPLIANCES You can also control appliances and your lighting remotely using the same interactive technology, so you can make sure appliances are shut off and make it look like someone is home by switching lights on and off in the evening. All this control is accessible by logging in to your myprotectron.com account from your personal computer, BlackBerry, Android, iPhone app or any web-enabled device. More information on protecting your home on the go is available online at www.protectron.com. THN www.newscanada.com

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Selling Toronto’s West End For Over 30 Years WE’RE SELLING, ARE YOU? There is a strong demand for homes in our neighbourhood and very little inventory... An opportune time to sell!

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56 King George’s Road

•

$3,375,000

14 Strath Avenue

Spectacular 4+ bedroom, 6 bath luxury custom build by Gallery Homes in a best locale in the heart of The Kingsway. It’s everything you want and only 1 short block to Royal York/ Grenview subway for quick downtown access, cafes, dining, Vintages LCBO, shops!

Turn-key, urban lifestyle, the perfect family home. Approximately 3,600 square feet and double garage!

11 Goswell Road

•

1,699,000

16 Totteridge Road

You will absolutely fall In love with this stunning home with 3 storey addition! Top quality renovation & 182’ south-facing lot! Family room walk out to garden, magnificent master suite, every room sparkles with sunshine, spectacular view of majestic old trees from every window! Description does not do this property justice, must be seen in person! Charming street in Islington Village near subway, dining, shops, all major highways.

SOLD

THE KINGSWAY

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$2,350,000

A fabulous Richard Wengle renovation in one of the prettiest settings in the Kingsway!

Stunning kitchen/family room where everyone gathers, luxurious master ensuite, lower level teen/in-law suite, double garage. Walk to Lambton Kingsway School, Bloor subway, dining, cafes & shops. Short drive to Toronto’s financial & entertainment districts, airports.

Family loved for many years!

•

1,595,000

Spectacular & spacious more than 4 bedroom, 5 bath family home with room for in-laws plus nanny in one of the most desired school districts in the city - Richview Secondary, St. George’s Junior & JGA Middle School! Ground floor luxury master suite, magnificent resort like back garden with pool, cabana, built-in bbq, covered verandah!

SOLD

THE KINGSWAY

SOLD

ISLINGTON VILLAGE

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S A L E S R E P R E S E N TAT I V E , A B R

Office: 416-236-1871 sensthomes@rogers.com |

DIRECTOR’S PLATINUM AWARD

2015

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3031 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario M8X 1C5

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61 Guthrie Avenue

33 Lombard, Unit 1402

Spectacular Executive Custom Detached Home With Stunning Designer Finishes In Prestigious Stonegate. This Beautifully Designed Home Boasts 9’ Ceilings With Exquisite Detailing, Warm Hardwood, Quartz & Marble, High End Appliances, Butler’s Pantry, Finished Lower Level With Walk-Out To Backyard Oasis With Hot Tub & Outdoor Music. Entertainer’s Dream House. Every Detail Done To Perfection.

*Spire*1 Bdrm South-West Corner Suite W/Wrap-Around Floor To Ceiling Windows! All Glass Suite-18’ On South Window,12’ On West! 9’ Smooth Finished Ceilings! Rare Upgrades Incl: Gas Line On Private Balcony (14’10’X 6’) For BBQ, Phantom Patio Screen, Gas Stove, Gas Dryer, Fridge W/Icemaker, Marble In Bathroom W/Shower Light! Excellent Views Of St.James Cathedral, Lake & Financial District!

$1,439,000

D! L SO

$458,000

D! L SO

49 GLENELLEN DRIVE EAST

115 STRATH AVENUE

CONTACT Suzanne today for more information!

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HAMPSHIRE HEIGHTS 87 BURROWS AVENUE A unique and wonderful offering in the heart of sought-after Hampshire Heights, beautifully designed and renovated from top-to-bottom. A formal foyer, living and dining leads into a sunny and spacious open concept perola kitchen/main floor family room with full breakfast room overlooking a large fully landscaped backyard. Huge bedrooms feature cathedral ceilings and tons of storage with easy 4th bedroom potential from second floor den and a spectacular master suite, fully finished basement with large rec room, extra bedroom/bath and walk-in wine cellar. Attached garage, excellent mechanicals, tremendous curb appeal. Minutes to all amenities, fantastic schools and transit. $1,299,000

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SPRINGBROOK GARDENS 36 EAGLE ROAD Fabulous Springbrook Gardens, just steps to Bloor! Picture-perfect detached bungalow with attached garage, amazing sought-after west-facing backyard and a great family-oriented updated floorplan featuring basement in-law potential with endless possibility to live in, invest. Or rebuild on this generous 40’ x 120’ lot. Carefully maintained vintage-chic charm with modern updates throughout include: pot lights, marble main bathroom, 2 fireplaces, fully finished lower level. Dining room walk-out to a fabulous tiered deck with built-in planters and arbor. Walk to everything, including: subway, Kingsway shops/restaurants, parks and great schools. $898,000

SUNNYLEA 24 BEAUCOURT ROAD Cottage living in the heart of Sunnylea! Complete top-to-bottom renovation featuring a well-designed executive floorplan set on a generous Mimico creek/ ravine lot with spectacular tranquil vistas. Open concept main floor with an entertainer’s granite & stainless steel eat-in kitchen, large living room with walk-out to private patio. Split bedroom floorplan ideal for guest, older kids or work from home space. Master suite w/ spa-like bath. Full finished lower level with additional rec rm, bed & bath. Custom finishes & b/i cabinetry, tremendous storage. Minutes to Kingsway shops & restaurants, subway. $1,089,000

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SUNNYLEA 50 REID MANOR An unspoiled mid-century modern gem in the heart of Sunnylea featuring rare double garage and driveway and a main floor family room. Sunny southern-facing open concept living/dining room, formal foyer, and an eat-in kitchen overlooking a 4-season family/sunroom with backyard walk-out. Large bedrooms with ample closet space, master semi-ensuite with full ensuite potential. Main floor 4th bedroom with 2-piece bathroom, large fully finished rec room with 2-piece bathroom and exceptionally high ceilings. Walk to parks, Kingsway shops and restaurants, excellent schools and the subway.. $1,089,000

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KIPLING 978 KIPLING AVENUE Attention builders and renovators! Just steps to the subway and Six Points Plaza!

Tremendous potential to possibly subdivide or rebuild on this exceptional 50’ x 143’ property offered to the market for the first time in a generation. Existing detached home, detached garage and private driveway featuring a sought-after west-facing backyard. Large brick family home needs TLC but offers sturdy bones for renovation, possible top up or expansion. Terrific location just minutes to great schools, shopping, transit, the airport and major highways. Private backyard with mature gardens and good street presence adjacent to other rebuilds and renos. $799,000

DOWNTOWN CONDO #507-130 RUSHOLME ROAD IT Lofts - boutique 7-storey residence. Ground level retail space, charming lobby with warm reclaimed woods, TTC at your doorstep and just a stone’s throw from everything else... cafés, restaurants, shopping, parks, schools. 9’ ceilings European styled kitchen with quartz countertops. 771 square foot suite + 178 square foot balcony. $669,000

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#909-2000 ISLINGTON AVENUE Approximately1,910 square feet of luxurious condo living in prestigious gated community. Updated granite kitchen, updated 2nd bathroom, recently installed engineered hardwood floors, open concept living/dining room+den/family room. 3 walk-outs to large balcony with breathtaking city and sunset views.

Master bedroom retreat, custom built-in storage closets. Large storage room, ensuite laundry. Minutes to airport, highways and shopping. Resort living in the city all year long! $498,000

WESTSIDE LOFT #1102-700 KING STREET W Welcome to the highly sought-after ‘Westside Lofts’ in the heart of King West. Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full baths, north-facing suite has breathtaking unobstructed city views. Soaring 11’ ceilings with exposed ducts, upgraded light fixtures, hardwood floors, large barn styled sliding doors. Spectacular rooftop deck with BBQs, seating. Gym, party/games rooms, visitors parking, 24 hour concierge. Over-sized locker on same floor. TTC at your doorstep. Walk score 98. $419,000

THE KINGSWAY #308-3085 BLOOR STREET W Welcome to ‘The Montgomery’. Boutique condo in The Kingsway. Approximately 714 square feet of living space. 1-bedroom + den. Granite kitchen with breakfast bar, updated 5-piece bathroom, 9’ ceilings, hardwood flooring, and walk-out to balcony. Rooftop patio/gardens and private rear courtyard. 24 hour concierge/ security. Steps to Starbucks, the subway, schools, Kingsway ristorantes and boutiques. $1,950/month

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