ISSUE 10 • 2017
the Bloor West Village, High Park, Swansea, Baby Point, Lambton, Old Mill, Roncesvalles, Sunnyside, Runnymede & The Junction
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311 Roncesvalles Avenue Toronto, ON M6R 2M6 416.588.8248
toronto west, high park, roncesvalles village, parkdale, bloor west village, junction
$3,349,000 219 Riverside Drive Majestic Riverside Reno/Restoration, Circa 1929 Center Hall Tudor Set on an Expansive 80’ x 215’ Ravine Lot, Principal Rooms with Grand Proportions, 5 Bedroom, 5 Baths, Stunning Custom Kitchen, Tastefully Renovated Bathrooms, Main Floor Family Room, Hardwood Floors, Exquisite Original Gumwood Staircase, Wainscot, Doors & Trim, Over 4500 sq.ft finished. Post Card Quality Facade & Grounds, A+ Tableland, Tremendous Turn-Key Estate Home.
SWANSEA
$1,199,000
SOLD*
20 Wallace Avenue
12 Old Mill Trail
COMING SOON! Renovated 2.5 Storey Duplex @ Bloor & Dufferin. Stately Century Architecture, 2 Renovated Suites with an Abundance of Period Charm, Main Floor 1 Bedroom + Den, Eat-in Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Upper Bi-Level 3 Bdrm Suite w/Open Concept Kitchen & Living Room, Roof Top Deck, A+ Suites, 19’ x 124’ Landscaped Lot w/2 Car Parking, New P o rc h & R e a r D e c k , Mechanically Updated. Live-in or Invest!
Bloordale
Kensington II at the Old Mill, Tastefully Renovated 2+1 Bdrm Suite, Approx 2000sq.ft + Balcony, Open Concept Living Area, Hardwood Floors, Crown Moulding, Fireplace, Contemporary Eat-in Kitchen w/Heated Floors, Convertible Office/Bedroom w/ Murphy Bed, 2 Car Parking, Locker, Well Managed Boutique Building Steps to Bloor Street Shopping & Entertainment.
The Kingsway
(416) 588-8248 realestatesolutions@rogers.com www.kerbler.com
*Represented Purchaser
Nutan Brown’s
WALL OF FAME ...helping you is what I do
We had a very positive experience working with Nutan Brown as our realtor. From the moment we met her, we were struck with her warm and friendly manner as well as her professionalism. She was careful to pay attention to our wants and needs and, as a growing family, was understanding our desire to find a home that we would be able to stay in for a long time. All of this was at the height of a very competitive market whose conditions were daunting to first time home buyers. Despite this, Nutan was patient - never pressuring us to pursue something that didn’t feel right - but also encouraging us to envision the possibilities that different homes offered. She was timely in her communications and consistently made herself available to send us listings and accompany us to showings. With respect to the latter, Nutan always took the presence of our two very young children in stride, never missing a beat with her willingness to hold or amuse one of them to give us a few more minutes to look around. She even brought treats and toys on occasion! Nutan’s skills was acutely apparent when she successfully closed the deal that led to us buying our “forever home.” She saw an opportunity for us that we just didn’t see initially -- we felt the home would go way beyond our means. Nutan’s intuition, experience and persistence in keeping in touch with the listing agent (and us) were invaluable. House hunting in Toronto, particularly for first time home buyers, can be quite stressful but working with Nutan definitely helped to mitigate those feelings. Given our experience, we would recommend Nutan without hesitation.
Sincerely, Lana and Caleb McCready Buying or Selling a home is a very personal decision. It involves weeks, even months, working with your real estate representative, building a relationship based on trust, confidence and exceptional service.
Thank you for the Opportunity!
Nutan Brown
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ISSUE 10 • 2017
PRESIDENT James BAKER james@thnmedia.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason STACEY jason@thnmedia.com
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ADVERTISING SALES Marianne KENNEDY marianne@thnmedia.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Tim FRANKIW tim@thnmedia.com
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Dereck ADDIE dereck@thnmedia.com Casey ELOGIO casey@thnmedia.com Shirley RADEBACH shirley@thnmedia.com WEB DESIGN Vaughn JOSEPH vaughn@thnmedia.com ADMINISTRATION Diana LYNAS diana@thnmedia.com PRINTING BCIS Canada The Home News Magazine is published monthly and delivered to homes in Bloor West Village, High Park, Swansea, Baby Point, Lambton, Roncesvalles, Sunnyside, Old Mill, Runnymede & The Junction by Canada Post, agreement #41362062. THN Media 2187 Dunwin Drive Mississauga, ON L5L 1X2 Office 905-278-1111 Toll Free 1-855-355-8502 Fax 905-608-9042 thehomenews.ca @thehomenews facebook.com/thehomenewscanada DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to publish this magazine as accurately as possible; however errors and omissions can occur. THN Media, their employees, agents, representatives and vendors are not liable for any damages relating to errors or omissions in the editorials or advertising which may appear herein except where a specific charge has been made. In such cases THN Media shall have limited liability only to the charge for such advertising or editorials.
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16 Edenbridge Drive • $8,500,000 16edenbridge.com
33 Hartfield Court • $3,358,000 33hartfield.com
40 Princess Anne Crescent • $3,489,000 40princessanne.com
2 Rainbows End, Kleinburg, ON $3,369,000 • 2rainbowsend.com
33 Shaver Avenue North • $1,988,000 33shavernorth.com
77 26th Street • $1,759,000 77twentysixth.com
COMING SOON TO MLS 15 Kitchener Avenue Call for Details • asantos.ca
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190 Ellis Ave. This wonderful 4+1 bedroom detached brick Swansea home backs on to the ravine and is like living in Muskoka with all its trees. A large living room with w/b fireplace is perfect for those family get-togethers. A formal dining room for memorable meals. Eat in kitchen with granite counters and w/o to a huge deck. Private drive for 4 with new interlock and a detached garage. Brand new exterior stucco, eaves, fascia, and troughs. Lot 40 x 140 ft. Basement has walk out and ideal as in-law suite. Great location. $1,850,000 NG MI N! CO OO S
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517 Indian Grove 2.5 Storey brick. End of ROW. 5 Bedroom with 9ft ceilings, large master in the Junction. Parking at rear off lane. Great chance to renovate to suit. Very well cared for home with high basement. Estate Sale! $849,000
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JUST LISTED 28 WOODLAND HEIGHTS $2,685,000 Exquisite one of a kind 4,260 square foot residence on a cul-de-sac that is just steps to High Park, Lake Ontario and nature trails. Stunning Architectural Digest décor throughout the 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 2 family rooms. 6 walk-outs with 180 degree tree top views, plus a wraparound deck with a view of Grenadier Pond. The magnificent pie-shaped lot is surrounded by lush gardens and includes a double-car garage.
GRAND HARBOUR $2,300,000 Stunning Martha's Vineyard-inspired condo townhouse at the water's edge. 3,200 square feet of opulent interiors. 4 double door walk-outs to a wraparound terrace overlooking the lake and marinas. Smart home technology, 3-car parking, plus 5 star hotel-like amenities. Never again opportunity!
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416-725-7170
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Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
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THE GLUTEN FREE
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hese are cookies that you can bake and not feel guilty about eating afterwards! Make them and enjoy them; delicious cookies just don’t get any healthier!
INGREDIENTS • 2 cups (8oz/225g) gluten-free rolled oats, (I like the large flake or old fashioned for these) • 1 cup (4.5 oz/130 g) of brown rice flour (or any flour of your choice) • 3/4 cup (2 oz/55g) shredded unsweetened coconut • 1 tbsp cinnamon • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 3/4 cup maple syrup
DIRECTIONS STEP ONE
Preheat oven to 350˚F or 325˚F convection. Line two cookie sheets with parchment. STEP TWO
In a large bowl, combine, oats, flour, coconut, cinnamon and salt. STEP THREE
In a smaller bowl or measuring cup, stir together the maple syrup, oil and vanilla. STEP FOUR
Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until evenly combined.
• 1/2 cup canola oil or liquid coconut oil
STEP FIVE
• 1 tsp vanilla
Fold in walnuts, raisins or chocolate chips.
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional • 1/2 cup small raisins or chocolate chips
MAKES
STEP SIX
Using a soup spoon or mini-scooper, scoop batter into mounds onto the prepared cookie sheet. You may need to form them into mounds with your fingers. They may appear as if they are not coming together, but they bake up great! Don’t worry about crowding the pan a little, they do not spread.
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STEP SEVEN
Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. DELICIOUSDISH
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35 Golf Valley Lane Markland Woods! $1
68 Jackson Avenue Luxury Build in the Kingsway!
Beautiful renovated 4-bedroom backsplit on one of most desirable streets in Markland. Spacious layout. Eat-in Kitchen with breakfast bar and breakfast area. State-of-the-art bathrooms. Ensuite. Hardwood. Large family room with gas fireplace and walk-out to lovely professionally landscaped gardens. Quiet child-friendly street. Steps to TTC, Markland Woods Golf, great schools.
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28 Appledale Road Glen Agar Opportunity! SO L
Rebuilt two storey, 4-bedroom loft-style home in sought after Central Etobicoke. Eat-in kitchen, family room with fireplace and walkout to large landscaped west facing gardens and outdoor living space. Cathedral ceilings, skylights. Professionally finished lower level with large above-grade windows. Excellent space for entertaining. Good schools.
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Stately, custom built 2.5 storey home, constructed with the highest quality of materials and finishes. Premium, prestigious location. 4+1 bedrooms plus office, 5 bathrooms, high ceilings. Spectacular signature family room with cathedral ceilings. Fabulous millwork. Fully landscaped, private west facing back gardens. Full double car garage. Steps to subway and all amenities.
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Excellent opportunity to renovate to taste in quiet, childfriendly neighbourhood. This spacious 4 bedrooms, 4 bath, 2 storey home has 2 kitchens with a separate entrance to basement. Master ensuite, with walk-in closet. Double drive, and double car garage with direct entrance to home. Walking distance to georgian college, public schools, shopping, parks and highway.
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Exquisite executive home in the heart of Princess Anne Manor. This manor attraction offers over 4000 sq ft above grade with opulent finishes throughout including wide plank hardwood, gourmet chef’s kitchen, open to large family room with walk-out to covered porch, butler’s pantry and main floor office. Second floor offers master with large walk-in closet and lavish ensuite, 3 additional bedrooms and laundry. Basement offers guest suite, media room, exercise room, large recreation room and wine cellar. 40princessanne.com
See Ana Santos’ ad on PAGE 5 for details on this and other great properties.
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45 Brule Crescent Custom With Exquisite Craftsmanship ~ ‘Brule Enclave’ 5300 SQFT OF REFINED LIVING 4+1 Bdrm ~ 4 1/2 Bath ~ Luxurious Finishes Dream Kitchen ~ Attention To Details Inside & Out Loft Level Retreat ~ LL Entertaining With Nanny Suite
9 Baby Point Terrace ~ Elegance & Charm ~ Home Smith Built In ‘Baby Point’ ~ Huge 50’ x 150’ Lot Renovated Kitchen ~ Gracious Principal Rooms ~ Deceptively Spacious ~ Family Friendly Cul-De-Sac
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4 Bdrm ~ 2 Bath Unique Split Design Layout Make This A Modern Classic
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Reno’d 2 Bdrm Open Concept Once In A Lifetime Location Great Highway & Transit Access Totally Renovated ~ 3+1 Bdrm Perfect Couple/Single Executive 4 Level Side Split ~ Huge Lot
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Truly Once in a Lifetime Opportunity on the Banks of The Humber River! First time on the market after 30 years! The current owners have absolutely loved every moment, and taken exceptional care of this signature west end property but it is time to pass the baton to a very fortunate new owner! Largest lot in Old Millside 60’ x 175’! Spectacular ravine setting, magnificent mature private perennial gardens, flagstone patios, sounds of the waterfalls from the Humber, countless beautiful birds… a breathtaking idyllic paradise! Grand formal rooms, main floor family room overlooking picture-perfect backyard, 2 + bedrooms/3 baths, lower level rec room/bar. Incredible home in a wonderful family-oriented, welcoming community!
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125 The Kingsway • $2,865,000
2 Anglesey Boulevard • $1,399,000
Rare 5 bedroom, you will love this home! Fantastic renovation, entertainment-size serious chef’s kitchen walks out to stunning secluded garden, beautiful formal rooms, main floor family room overlooks garden. Luxury master suite, double garage, a must-see for certain with all the fantastic benefits of Kingsway living… walk to subway, shops, dining, best schools, etc!
Prestigious sun-filled Edenbridge town 5 years new, chef’s kitchen with best appliances, spacious and secluded terrace, double garage. Spectacular master suite with balcony, California shutters. Walk to Humbertown shops, bus at doorstep, 5 minutes to subway and Kingsway dining and shops. 15 minutes to airport.
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1074 Royal York Road • $1,395,000
3254 Osbourne Road • $869,900
Urban setting in The Kingsway. Steps to subway, shops, dining, pubs, Starbucks and Vintages LCBO! Stylish renovation, open concept living space, 2+2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces. Lambton Kingsway and Our Lady of Sorrows school districts. Turn-key, the perfect condo alternative!
Erin Mills gem. Meticulous 4 bedroom on quiet family street. Great schools, close to major highways. Finished basement and double garage. Value++! 3254Osbourne.com
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Richmond Gardens • $1,598,000 Spectacular 4 bedroom with inground pool! Stylish eat-in chef’s kitchen with gas range, renovated baths, luxurious queen sized master with ensuite and lots of closets! Richview C.I. and Father Serra catchment area! It’s a beauty!
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