The Home News North York - February 2017

ISSUE 02 • 2017

North York, Willowdale, Bayview Village, Bayview Woods, Newtonbrook & Armour Heights

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Bijan Barati

Broker

#2 RE/MAX Agent in Canada in 2016 (by August 31)

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Sharon Soltanian

416.892.0188

BROKER OF RECORD

55 YORKMINSTER ROAD • $5,388,000

206 MAPLEHURST AVENUE • $3,298,000

38 HOLMES AVENUE • $2,999,000

Extravagant new custom built 4 plus 1 mansion nestled on one of the luxurious streets in York Mills. High ceilings throughout. All bedrooms with heated floor ensuites. 7 bathhs!

Proffinished walkout basement with heated floors, theatre room, gym & sauna. Truly a must see!

Magnificent custom built 4 plus 1 SMART home nestled on a professionally landscaped lot on one of Willowdale’s most sought after streets! Home automation system. Heated floors throughout! 5 baths! Finished walkout basement with heated floors, wet bar & gas fireplace.

Magnificent custom built luxury 5 plus 1 with 155’ deep lot in excellent location.

First house off Yonge Street. 18.5’ high ceiling in foyer with marble floor. 9’ high ceiling throughout. Hardwood floors throughtout maind & second floors.

119 STEELES AVENUE EAST • $2,680,000

230 PRINCESS AVENUE • $2,600,000

152 DUNDAS STREET EAST • $5,980,000

Magnificent new custom built 4 plus 2 luxury SMART home in prestigious Willowdale area! Hardwood floors, pot lights & built-in speakers throughout. Very high ceilings. All bedrooms have ensuite bath. 6 baths! Basement has 2 separate in-law apartments & separate entrance. Excellent location for luxury living or home office.

Stunning cutom built home on one of Willowdale’s best streets!

Hardwood floors, built-in speakers, crown moulding, wainscotting & potlights throughout. Every 2nd floor bedroom with ensuite. Finished walkout basement with heated marble floor.

A chance to purchase a Toronto landmark. An excellent opportunity of a user/owner, or investor to acquire a well located corner property in the core of downtown Toronto High exposure on Dundas Street.

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25 WOODTHRUSH COURT Gorgeous 4 plus 1 family home sitting on a quiet cul-de-sac with 45 x 121.28 ft lot.

Widens to approximately 75 ft. Hardwood floors throughout. Prof finished basement with extra bedroom & workshop. Serene backyard oasis with inground pool & Pergola.

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29A PUCCINI DRIVE Architectural masterpiece - new 4 plus 2 bedroom home in one of the best streets in prestigious area. Approx 4,200 sq ft & approx 2,000 sq ft finished walkout 2 bedroom basement. Luxury at it’s best. High quality construction with Rariou Warranty!

5 WIDEFORD PLACE Magnificent 5 plus 1 bedroom custom built luxury home sitting on a quiet cul-de-sac. Perfect home with very wide garden like serene backyard for relaxing or entertaining.

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Truly spectacular totally renovated bungalow on a 50 x 132 ft lot in sought after high demand Newtonbrook West. Nestled amongst new million dollar homes. Extensive driveway, walkway & oversized interlock backyard patio.

Magnificent custom built 4 plus 1 bedroom SMART home nestled on one of Willowdale’s best streets. All natural limestone exterior facade, contemporary finishes, quality design & build.

Rare opportunity to own totally renovated gorgeous home on 50 foot lot in one of the finest streets in prestigious Willowdale, amongst million dallar homes.

Office: 416.901.8881

Direct: 416.892.0188

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Rare opportunity to own luxurious totally renovated house on 80 ft ravine lot in one of the finest street in prestigious Bayview Village, amongst million dollar homes.

Unbelievable, magnificent cutom built luxury 4 + 1 bedroom SMART home located on one of Willowdale’s most desirable streets. All natural limestone exterior facade, home automation system with iPad & heated driveway!

Rare opportunity to own renovated open concept bungalow on 72 foot ravine lot in remarkable Bayview Village location. Relax with a tranquil ravine setting in the backyard.

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Gorgeous totally renovated detached sidesplit 4 level home in high demand, prestigious Bayview Village. Open concept living areas with hardwood floors throughout.

Plenty of windows, very bright, provides an abundance of natural lighting.

Unique & elegant luxury in high demand Willowdale West. Beautiful layout with sophisticated European design. Open concept living & dining area with imported Italian marble throughout main floor, maple hardwood floors throughout 2nd floor.

New custom built 4+1 luxury smart home with ipad, in prestigious Bayview Village! Definition of luxury! Lots of large windows, 4 skylights, provides tons of natural light! 12’ high ceilings. Hardwood floors & pot lights throughout.

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Location! Location! Attention builders, contractors, investors and users! Premium North lot 50 x 131.66 ft in desirable Newtonbrook West. Very liviable home with hidden gem at back.

Hot property in one of Willowdale’s best streets. Great location!

Renovate or build your dream home on this terrific 50’ x 132.38’, 6,619 sq ft lot.

137A HOLMES AVENUE Luxury custom built 2 storey home in prime Willowdale neighbourhood.

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The finest quality of materials & craftsmanship. Magnificent custom built 4 + 2 smart home is nestled on a lush professionally landscaped 45 x 135.6ft lot on one of Willowdale’s most sought after streets.

Gorgeous renovated bungalow in high demand Bayview Village location. Bright & spacious with many windows & 2 skylights to provide an abundance of natural light. Interlock stone driveway with no sidewalk provides more parking.

Stunning new custom built home in one of Willowdale’s best streets!

Hardwood floors, built-in speakers, crown moulding, wainscotting, potlights throughout.

sharonsoltanian@gmail.com

*Based on written dollar volume and units of transactions sold each year as recorded in the TREB MLS 2009-2015 Sold by Sharon Soltanian.

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104 NORTON AVENUE

Spectacular custom built home on a prime lot: 50 ft x 131 ft lot and desirable location. Best school: McKee Primary School, Earl Haig Secondary School. Steps to subway, school, Yonge Street and all other amenities.

Magnificent custom home on 40 ft x 128 ft lot in very convenient location. 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 5 washrooms, finished basement.

Magnificent custom home: over 4,000 sq ft plus finished basement; each bedroom has its own ensuite!

Best school: Cummer Valley, McKee & Earl Haig. 4 plus 2 bedrooms, 7 washrooms, lot size: 45’ x 138.5’.

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202 PEMBERTON AVENUE

Executive custom built home, 2 years old home on 45’ x 122’ lot. 4 plus 1 bedroom, 5 washroom with highest quality in design, finished walkout basement & nestled on best location/school: Cummer Valley, McKee & Earl Haig.

Great location! Walk to TTC and subway. Fantastic builder’s lot: 51.33’ x 146’. Large livable solid brick backsplit home with 3 plus 1 bedrooms, 2 full washrooms and side entrance.

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179 MAXOME AVENUE

394 PATRICIA AVENUE

Sophisticated custom home on 60’ lot. An icon of elegance in a very convenient location. 3 car garage!

5 plus 2 bedrooms, 6 washrooms. Finished walkout basement.

Masterfully designed & built spectacular 5 + 2 bedroom & 6 washrooms. 69.91’ x 167.91’ lot size. Custom home approx 4,300 sq ft (GFA) plus professionally finished walkout heated floor basement.

Renovated home! 4 plus 2 bedrooms and 4 washrooms.

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Tarion Warranty. Fantastic home: 46 ft frontage, 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms. Professionally finished walkout basement: heated floor in powder room, foyer, master enauite and basement washroom.

Tarion warranty! Magnificent custom built 4 plus 1 bedroom on a southern lot located in one of the Willowdale’s most sought after street. Beautifully designed in and out, prof finished basement!

Perfect for young family. 1 double car garages!

Uniquely designed! Masterfully and beautifully built this custom residence! Convenient location! Extensive use of contemporary millwork & built-ins, hardwood & marble floor, cofferd/vaulted ceiling, high potlights. 4+1 bedroom, 6 washrooms. Finished basement. 57’ x 132’ !

Office: 416.222.8600

Direct: 416.825.7373

bijan_barati@yahoo.com

Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

183 Willowdale Avenue, Toronto, ON

Bijan Barati Civil Eng., Broker

#1 Realtor in C14 & Willowdale Area in 2016

direct

416.825.7373

Based on Volume and Number of Listed and Sold Units

#2 RE/MAX Agent in CANADA

www.bijanbarati.com

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291 HOUNSLOW AVENUE

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Sophisticated home on a huge pie shaped lot (75’ x 156’ widens in back to 137’) in coveted St. Andrew enclave. $$$ upgrades & recent renovation in 1st & 2nd floor! New limestone facade. 5+1 bedroom, 8 washroom! Prof finished basement!

Fantastic custom built home. Expertly crafted and beautifully designed plus conveniently located. 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 5 washrooms, (all heated floors).

Finished basement.

Fabulous custom built home in a convenient location.

Masterfully crafted and beautifully designed. Lot size: 25’ x 131.5’. 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 4 washrooms.

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Prestigious Bayvie Glen! Solid brick 2 storey home with 5 bedrooms. Rare find over 29,000 sq ft (as per Mpac). Private landscaped lot on a luxurious child safe cul-de-sac.

Tarion warranty! Fantastic home: 46’ frontage, 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms. Professional finished walkout basement; heated floor in powder room, foyer, master ensuite & basement bathroom.

Spectacular custom home on a prime lot: 47.5’ x 130’ & desirable location. Elegantly designed, superbly crafted.

Heated floor basement, master ensuite, foyer & powder room. Limestone facade, brick on sides & back.

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Upgraded bungalow on a huge ravine lot: 80’ x 232’ south facing. Nestled on most prestigious cul-de-sac in Bayview Village. 4 plus 4 bedrooms, 5 washrooms.

Fabulous renovated custom home, built in 1995 on a prime lot (60’ x 131.5’). Steps to subway, school, Yonge Street & all other amenites. 3 car garage.

Magnificent custom home on extra deep lot: 40’ x 150’.

4 plus 1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms, resort style! Elegantly designed & expertly crafted. Finished walkout basement with separate entrance.

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Masterfully built & beautifully designed custom home in a convenient & coveted location. Steps to Bayview Village subway/mall, park, ravine, tennis court & Hollywood Primary School. 4+1 bedroom, 6 washrooms.

Magnificent custom home in unique location and unique land size: 78’ x 122’! Spent over $300,000 for renovation! Beside of Parkview Park! 5 plus 1 bedroom, 7 washroom, 3 car garage.

Stunning custom home on prime lot: 50’ x 132’. Expertly crafted and beautifully designed. 4 plus 1 bedroom, 7 washroom. Call for more details!

Direct: 416.825.7373

bijan_barati@yahoo.com

Office: 416.222.8600

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27 BLACKBERRY PLACE

Over 4800 square foot executive home in Carlisle situated at the end of quiet cul-de-sac. Approx 2.12 private, landscaped & irrigated acres. Traditional floor plan with grand entrance/staircase. Fabulous library with gorgeous gas fireplace & bright office with built-ins. Thoughtfully designed chef’s kitchen with marble counters, large island & high end appliances. Main floor family room with gas fireplace is open to large sunroom overlooking the backyard. Upper level features large bedrooms, loft area with built-in shelving, master with renovated ensuite & separate dressing room. Walk up basement suitable for inlaw or nanny, completely finished with wet bar, exercise room, 3 piece bathroom & rec room with gas fireplace. Impressively landscaped backyard with inground gunite pool & mature perennials. This home has been beautifully maintained & renovated.

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U TTE R LY SP E C TAC U L AR Over 2.2 acre treed lot, wooded estate with 9,000+ square feet, Hendriks built (1999) home with spa, gym, indoor pool and barbecue, 12’ projector screen, unique wine cellar and more. 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, PLUS attached Carriage House (in-law). Gourmet kitchen with Sub Zero appliances, lake views and more extras.

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