Hamilton Renters Guide - 19 Jan., 2013

Brantford-Hamilton-Niagara Edition

Jan. 19 - Feb. 02, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 02

Discover two great reasons to live at 181 John St. N.

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MAIN INTERSECTION

285 Dundurn Street

DUNDURN COURT

75 Mericourt

WHITNEY COURT

Close to McMaster University, local shopping and all major bus routes.

126 Charlton Avenue West

CANADIANA

Close to Jackson Sq. Local bus service and shopping

20 Erie Ave

ERIE

Near Main & Wentworth

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Indian Road, Kitchener

GRAND APTS.

The Grand is located near Lackner Centre, Ottawa River Centre, Stanley Park Mall, Stanley Park Conservation Area and many parks. Easy access to major highways and transit.

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85 Barlake Ave

WEDGEWOOD

Just minutes away from Eastgate Square, Lake Avenue Park and Centre Mall. Easy quick access to QEW, Lincoln M Alexander Parkway and Chedoke Expressway

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2641 King Street East

CENTENNIAL COURT

Quick highway access.

Close to amenities

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420 Greenhill Avenue

GLEN VALLEY

Located just minutes away from the Lime ridge Mall and Eastgate Square. Backs onto a group of beautiful parks including King's Forest Park, Mohawk's Sports Park and Upper King's Forest Park

7 Catherine Street North

NORWICH

Minutes from McMaster University and the McMaster University Medical Center.

Quick and easy access to the 403 and QEW for commuters or travellers

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123 Charlton Avenue East

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Close to the Hamilton Go Station, local shops and Jackson Sq.

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70 Jerome Crescent

BEL GAL

Great location, close to shopping, Hwy access and Bus routes.

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WEST MOUNT

Close to McMaster University, local bus service and shopping.

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BEVERLY HILLS

Beautiful building with Easy Hwy access, Close to Westdale village and local shopping.

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1,2 & 3 bedrooms available

MOUNTAIN PARK 1 & 2 bedroom available 8 East 36th Street

760 Mohawk Road West

Close to schools, transit, parks, hospital.

Close to walking trails, shopping and local bus service.

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1 & 2 bedrooms available 631-633 Upper James Street

Close to Local shopping, Malls and all public transport.

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2 & 3 bedrooms available 1928 Main Street West

Close to 403, bus routes and local shopping

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KENSINGTON

Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedrooms 115 Main Street East

FONTAINEBLEAU 1, 2 & 3 bedroom available 121 Hunter Street

Down town core location, walking distance to the Go Station, Jackson Sq. and all local bus services.

Walking distance to Jackson Sq. and city hall

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1 & 2 bedroom available 1760 Main Street West

Close to McMaster University, major shopping and local bus routes.

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apartments townhouses Spacious & Sparkling Clean Units, Near Bus Routes & Amenities and the Red Hill Parkway

Kings Forest Manor

288 Mount Albion Rd. | 905-578-5488 - Building Super Offers many features for your active lifestyle. Includes swimming pool, and is only steps away from the Niagara Escarpment. Well maintained with up to date amenities.

One and Two Bedroom Apartments

Kently Towers

Hamilton's

543 Queenston Rd. | 905-561-1239 - Building Super Worry-Free living is what you can enjoy in this extremely secure building. Ideal for seniors, close to many conveniences including Eastgate Mall, and bus routes.

One and Two Bedroom Apartments

Kingswood Place

6 Kingswood Place | 905-387-0848 - Building Super Your family will enjoy the spacious layout, complete with clean new appliances. Close to grocery store, bus routes, schools and Glendale Golf Course.

Two and Three Bedroom Townhomes

www.desantis.com email: info@desantis.com

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McMaster University Hospital

McMaster Innovation Park + Research Centre

Main St. W. 403 Entry from Main

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The Villa Marie Community - 43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St., 151 Hughson St. – 905 528 5253

Main & Bay

Blink Bonnie Apartments - 136 Bay St. South – 905 528 4675

Main & Bay

Bay 200-200 Bay St. South – 905 529 9553

Main & Bay

Haldimand Apartments - 140 Robinson St. – 905 529 9553

Main & Bay

Robinson Place - 33 Robinson St. – 905 525 8373

Bay & Charlton

The Concord - 187 Park Ave. – 905 525 3371

Main & Queen

Savaria & Pannonia Towers - 145 & 165 Queen St. South – 905 570 8691

Bay & King

The Marketeer & Villager - 150 & 160 Market St. – 905 529 9401

Main & John

Landmark Place - 100 Main St. East – 905 528 1414

John & Burlington

Harbour & Marina Towers - 35 Brock St. & 600 John St. North – 905 526 1994

Main & Nash

The Eldorado - 494 Queenston Rd. – 905 573 6361

BRANTFORD

West & Fairview

Westgate Towers - 661 West St. – 519 751 3867

Fairview & North Park

Dornia Manor - 321 Fairview Dr. – 519 752 3596

Fairview & North Park

North Park Towers - 325 North Park Rd. – 519 752 3596

Plains & King

Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456

Lakeshore & Brant

The Caledon - 1363 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 637 8431

Lakeshore & Brant

The Sandpiper - 1431 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 632 1427

Queen Mary & Rebecca

Park Terrace I, II, III - 199, 187, 189 Queen Mary Dr. – 905 842 5300

Navy & Randall

Centennial Towers - 155 Navy St. – 905 842 3859

Speers & Kerr

The Premier Court - 41 Speers Rd. – 905 338 3342

Lakeshore & Dixie

Lakewood Apartments - 1257 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 271 5370

Dixie & Bloor

Pacific Way I – 3480 Havenwood Dr. – 905 629 7941

Dixie & Bloor

Pacific Way II – 1485 Williamsport Dr. – 905 629 7941

Lakeshore & Parklawn

Landmark Apt. -2493 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 255 4559

Lakeshore & Parklawn

Promenade -2301 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 253 2246

ETOBICOKE

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2 Great Reasons to move here!

• 1st month FREE * • Downtown’s Best Rental Value 1 BDRM from $720 • 2 BDRMS from $820 • 3 BDRMS from $995 Includes heat, hydro & water

• Start the Week off Right with free Breakfast in the lobby every Monday • Across from McLaren Park with playground, splashpad and basketball court • Bus stop at the corner • Walk to Jackson Square Mall, Farmer’s Market, Public Library • Renovated lobby GYM COMING • Overnight security patrol SOON! • On-site Laundry Room *For qualified prospects. Must move in by December 31, 2012.

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2, 3 & 4 BEdROOM $ townhomes from 970

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Eastgate square 70 Glenburn Court spacious 1, 2 & $ from 699 3 bedrooms • Close to all amenities • Wheelchair accessible Call

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INCREDIBLE VALUE! The Newly Renovated

Renaissance Towers

100 Ferguson Ave. S., Hamilton (Ferguson at Hunter)

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Walk to GO Station, Hospitals, Shopping, Restaurants. On the Bus Route!

IDEAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION Open 7 Days a Week & Evenings 2

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Jan. 19 - Feb. 02, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 02

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Feature

C E L E B R AT I N G 2 0 Y E A R S Discover two great reasons to live at 181 John St. N.

Vice-President, Wall2Wall Media

Jacqueline Hill editor in chief, real estate

Susan Legge

www.greenwin.ca

accoUnt Manager

Amy O’Reilly editor

Elisa Krovblit

Check out this property on page 8G. We also have a property nearby at 192 Hughson Street North!

inside this issue

A NEw ApArtmENt, A NEw lIFE!

BE AwArE oF rENtAl FrAud

Greenwin. 181 John Street N. find out more with their ad on page 8G

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RENTERS' hElP 14 A new aparment a new life

by Jane herman

EDITORS’ NOTES

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oes 2013 mean looking for a new place to rent?

Here we are, already moving into mid-January. Perhaps some of your New Year’s resolutions may have already been forgotten, but if finding a new place is one of them, we hope you’ll find Renters Guide to be your best source of information.

Each month we have a dedicated theme. January’s special focus is on Finding the Perfect Apartment. Look for great tips and advice from the experts to help guide you through this process.

One tip I can offer is to be sure to get a feel for each company and the staff who you’ll be dealing with if you’re renting a space that’s run by a property management company. You should be comfortable and courteous asking questions and in turn you should expect to be treated with consideration and respect. Think twice about any property management company that doesn’t willingly provide any information you respectfully request. Putting the customer first and offering the best quality rental space for your money is a property management company’s ultimate goal.

Once you find the perfect space, don’t hesitate in going for it and making it your own. I hope this resolution will be one of the easier ones you achieve this year.

Let us know how your search for a new home goes. We’d love to hear from you.

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hat’s your motivation? Do you need more space - or less of it?

A new lifestyle? A new job? A change in your family or relationship status necessitating a change? Then embrace the opportunity, go out and find that perfect new apartment.

Sometimes, even though life has changed and a new apartment is necessary, moving can feel too overwhelming or inconvenient to take on the challenge and make the effort. While there isn’t an honest person alive that will tell you moving is easy or effortless, you can minimize the impact, stress and headaches by planning it out carefully.

The first step is deciding what you want. Get a few points down on paper, such as: location, size, necessary amenities and budget. Be realistic and know the difference between your ideal and the market reality.

Start looking. Look in advance so you get a feel for what the market has to offer. If you like something put your name on the wait list. Get your finances in order and your references in check. Start streamlining your possessions. If you’re moving with children you’ll have to get their stuff in order too.

If you start getting your move in order well before you actually give your notice and sign your lease there will be much less to do once the 60-day countdown is on. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find the perfect place.

Our magazine and website, homeTRADER.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments as well as informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!

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Kingswood Place-6 Kingswood Drive

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Kings Forest Manor-288 Mount Albion Rd.

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Kently Towers-543 Queenston Rd.

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Camelot Towers

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Victoria & Hwy 6 - 704 Canboro

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Mountain locations

1884 & 1900 Main St. W

• Great locations - close to schools and shopping

• Very quiet setting • Well maintained in a sought-after location • On a major bus route and just minutes from Dundas • Affordable apartments

• Fridge and stove • Buses at your door Spectacular Townhomes 2 bedrooms $890

- $930

3 bedrooms $992

To view call Lauri Ward at

289-921-7368 (RENT)

- $1,017

Beautiful west end location overlooking the ravine 1 bedrooms $681, 2 bedrooms $830, 3 bedrooms $1,001 + utilities

Many great locations to choose from

To view call Jamie Bagni at Ext.7837

905-546-2424

Hamilton

Vittoria Apartments

600 $ 2 Bedroom 700 $ 3 Bedroom 900 1 Bedroom

$

+ hydro + hydro + hydro

Tenants that honour a 1 year lease agreement will get a

13th month

frEE rent!

*Some conditions apply, please ask for details

Features: • Clean apartment in modern building • Large balconies with view • Shopping nearby & on bus route • Security monitored premises • New private underground parking available • Quick access to QEW & Niagara

Call

02467

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221 Melvin Ave., Hamilton (Parkdale/Barton)

905.545.0244 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

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Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

Hamilton

AFFORDABLY PRiceD quality family living in hamilton

Bachelors 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

580 $ from 680 $ from 780 from

$

• WE OFFER A CLEAN, WELL-MAINTAINED, SECURE HOME FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY • LARGE FINISHED SUITES • ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF SCHOOLS AND SHOPPING

• BESIDE PARK

King St. E.

Charlton Ave. E.

Wellington St. S.

cALL TODAY!

Forest Ave.

ss

• VIDEO CAMERAS AT DOORS & DOOR FOBS FOR ADDITIONAL SECURITY

John St. South

• LAUNDRY ON SITE

Main St. E.

Claremo nt A c ce

James St. South

• FAMILY SURROUNDINGS

Wellington St.

• BASE OF THE MOUNTAIN

Victoria Ave. W.

• ON-SITE MANAGEMENT

St. Joseph's Hospital

195 wellington st. s.

email: 195wellingtonsite@medallioncorp.com

www.medallioncorp.com

04179

522.7599 Hamilton

CONDOMINIUM LIVING! 2-bEDroom unit:

765

$

per month plus hydro

3-bEDroom unit:

15 Albright

& 15

nicklAus

865

$

per month plus hydro Lifestyle choice is important to many of us and these buildings offer many amenities. Spend the summer in the gazebo, watch the kids in the playground or cool off in the pool; stroll around the landscaped lawns or under a shade tree. Major building renovations undertaken over the past three years. Top quality found in this family-oriented condominium complex offering various suites -some in a unique two storey design.

COMMUNITY FEATURES: Highway Access, Grocery / Supermarket, Pharmacy, Movie / Theatre, Elementary School, Middle School, Daycare Center PLUS: Tenants pay personal use hydro only, Seasonal Pool, Exercise room, Dishwasher, Controlled Access

Contact us at the following email addresses: nicklaus@mountaincable.net or albright@mountaincable.net

For viewing call (905) 573-2378 Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

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02442

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LARGE 2 BEDROOMS

$745

✔ OnLy $250 DEpOSit!

01693

Hamilton

all utilities included!

– heat, hydro, parking & water

✔ Super convenient location ✔ Breathtaking views of Lake or Escarpment ✔ Convenient location – only 850 steps to Eastgate Mall, Lake Ave. Elementary School & Riverdale Rec. Centre

40 gRAndviLLE

Call

905-561-1106

Email:

violettowers@hotmail.com

Hamilton

129 Bold Street Hamilton 01606

Clean & Spacious

Centrally located near St. Joe’s Hospital.

Juniors $670 + Hydro 1 Bedrooms $770 + Hydro 2 Bedrooms $870 + Hydro Parking $30 For rental InquIrIes please call 905-920-8810 12

Your complete rental source.

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Burlington/Waterdown

From the very first day... you’re at home

BURlInGtOn tOWERS • Utilities and window coverings included • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Indoor heated pool, sauna & fitness centre • Outdoor sundeck & tennis courts • Recreational activities • Close to the GO station, QEW, 407, 403 Highways, Joseph Brant Hospital, Spencer Smith Park.

• Parking available • Playground

01543

1, 2, 3 BdRm. SUItES

Short Term Furnished Suites Also Available 1285 Ontario St. at Maple

905-639-8583

Furnished

Unfurnished

vickie@corporatesuites.ca www.burlingtontowers.com

Hamilton

affordable &

Convenient

Large 2 Bedroom

675

01680

from $

includes heat, hydro & parking

• small walk to Elizabeth Bagshaw elementary and Bishop Ryan Secondary schools!

• On-Site Childrens Activity Centre!

• Seasonal Pool for your family to enjoy!

• Parking for Multi-car families!

55 Tindale courT

Call today Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

905-578-6365

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renters’help

a new apartment

A new life

By Jane Herman

Life is a journey...from chiLdhood to aduLthood to oLd age...But the path is not always a straight and even one, twisting and turning through varying stages of our evolution, as we develop our independence, find a partner and build a family, live in an empty nest and ultimately on our own again. Sometimes, a long term relationship ends in a divorce or the death of one’s spouse. (Apparently 50% of all marriages do end in divorce). Another major life change occurs when grown children move on, leaving empty-nesters to readjust once again.

Knowing that our lives do change, sometimes abruptly, it can be reassuring to know that apartment living offers many social and financial advantages that can help us to successfully transition through a variety of challenging situations.

That First Apartment Helps Build Independence After attending school in Montreal and living with roommates, my son announced that he no longer needed to live in the same household as us, that he was perfectly capable of cooking, cleaning, doing his own laundry and managing on his own.

He’s never looked back, nor have we.

Living alone for the first time affords a hands-on opportunity to share the expenses and responsibilities of managing a household with roommates—and can help develop the skills needed for later in life.

Apartment Living Facilitates the Transition to Life in Canada New immigrants, depending on their circumstances and where they have come from, often arrive in Canada and may be surprised to discover that in our society collective, intergenerational living is not the norm. Some immigrants may initially choose to live with relatives and/or friends while learning their way around, finding a job, and adjusting to a new culture.

Renting is a great option during this period of transition, and gives you the flexibility to move again once you have found a job, or chosen a different neighbourhood or city where you ultimately want to settle.

Apartment Living Helps you Get Back on Your Feet After a messy divorce several years ago, a friend of mine moved with her two adolescent daughters to a comfortable three-bedroom rental

apartment, to minimize her expenses and get her finances in order.“Renting was a great option for me at that time,” she recalled.“Not only was it the most economical option available – no property taxes or maintenance fees, as in a condo – there were no landscaping or maintenance issues to worry about - even the hydro was included! Even better, the management company organized a lot of social activities for the residents, so I had the opportunity to meet a lot of my neighbours, which I found helpful and welcoming while going through the transition to being a single mom.”

Renting Helps to Transition After the Death of a Spouse Since the death of his wife only three months ago, a man I know has moved into an apartment downtown, within walking distance of his office. After several months of coming home to an empty house filled with reminders of their life together, their children now grown, surrounded by married friends, and suddenly on his own again, he found living in a new space, with furniture he had chosen by himself, helped him to move on. Renting –and in a lively downtown neighbourhood

where great shopping and entertainment opportunities abound -- was the option also chosen by his octogenarian mother, who also had the good fortune to meet a very nice gentleman in her building, after her husband died three years ago. Selling the marital home after the death of a spouse late in life affords you to take advantage of the considerable equity you have accumulated, and enjoy the convenience of walking to neighbourhood shopping and recreation as well as potential social opportunities.

When life takes an unexpected turn in a new direction, remember the financial freedom and social advantages renting can offer.

Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry.

Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.

Hamilton

Hamilton

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401 MAIN STREET -East 1 bdrm apts $735/mo & 2 Bdrm apts $850/mo Hydro extra. Underground prkg included. Security cameras. Keyless entry. Close to all amenities,shopping & Bus Routes Call Kevin at (905)317-9885 Owned & operated by Rainco Inc

A1 AMBIANCE VICTORIAN -HUGE:Entire 2nd flr apt,106 Blake street(1 blk East off of Main str East & Sherman ave(right hand turn).4 Huge Rms with levels:living rm,dng rm,bed rm kitch with pantry,full bath, sun porch, side porch, Prkg, close to amens,huge yard.$1100/monthly+ hydro. Avail now.MUST SEE!!! (905)548-0113, (905)543-0011

Hamilton

Hamilton

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MELVIN AVE NEAR -expressway. Spacious, bright, painted & upgraded 1 bed apt. $650 +Hydro.

Includes parking, fridge & stove. Convenient location. Bus stops at door. Laundry room, spectacular views!

(289)396-8500, www.smar.ca

APARTMENTS (EAST HAMILTON) -- Near Mount Albion. Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from $595 Clean, well kept building, close to schools & shopping. No pets. Call (905)573-7813

Hamilton COME HOME IN -COMFORT DOWNTOWN HAMILTON AREA - Affordable Large 2 bdrms $650/mo- $750/ mo & Large 1 bdrms $550/mo Self contained units. Newly renovated.Avail now. Please call Daniel 1(866)294-3546 11270210_1.JPG

STONEY CREEK - -Newly renovated Building 2 bdrms, $825 Heat, hydro & prkg incl.

Quiet, well-kept adult bldg.

Hrdwd/ceramics, laundry, Seniors welcome. Elevator. Walk to amens. No dogs.(905)319-1835, (905)662-8953

is your FREE apartment guide.

Pick one up today from over 4000 locations in Ontario.

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03895

Burlington

Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

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Burlington/Waterdown

Prime Downtown location Burlington AA walk walk to to shops shops •• lake lake •• park park •• public public transportation transportation

478 Pearl St.

477 Elizabeth St. ■ Upgraded Windows

■ Modern Elevators ■ Garden Terrace (Pearl)

■ Upgraded Hallway Broadlooms ■ Outdoor Heated Pool ■ Newer Laundry Machines

■ Indoor Parking Available

01555

■ Upgraded Suites/Utilities Incl.

■ In-house Maintenance Staff

■ On-site Management

■ Beautifully Maintained Buildings ■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

(subject to availability)

(subject to availability)

477 ELIZABETH ST.

478 PEARL ST.

(905) 632-1643

(905) 634-9374

After more than 30 years of apartment management ...

Stellen knows how to make you feel RIGHT AT HOME. Burlington/Waterdown

Northshore Towers 1249 Northshore Blvd. East. Burlington

WESTDALE PROPERTIES A Limited Partnership Residential - Industrial - Commercial

Great Lake Views & Gorgeous Sunsets!

1 & 2 Br. Suites Available

02476

Utilities Included (Parking Extra)

An immaculate, quiet residential property conveniently located in downtown Burlington across from Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital

and Spencer Smith Park. Right outside your front door is the new lake front trail made for walking, biking and blading!

Cozy Lobby

To View this Outstanding Property Please Contact Sylvie, 9 am - 7 pm at (905) 637-8304 sylview@westdaleproperties.com www.westdaleproperties.com

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Burlington 01553

Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

$1,200

Three-bedroom without garage

$1,300

Three-bedroom with garage

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Niagara

03905

M c L eo d

Street

Stanley Avenue

Dunn

Road

Road

$1,343 $1,475

Dorchester

2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom

QEW

6515 McLeod road, Niagara Falls

Drummond

McLeod/drUMMoNd

R d.

Penthouse Units

2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom

$2,050 $2,203 Phone:

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905.354.4697

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Niagara

Receive a $200 gift card when you sign a one year lease.

1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

Phone:

Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

01444

$639 $699

905.892.6025 •

Call Tracking:

289.273.0201

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St. Catharines

03861

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St. Catharines

1 bedroom from $795 2 bedroom from $895

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16 Tremont Drive

utilities included

• Parking available • Laundry on-site • Storage on-site • Ceramic tile in bathroom • Parquet floors throughout • Outdoor pool - life guard on duty from 11:30am to 8pm (Open June 26th to Labour Day) • Patios with ground floor apartments • Upper floors with balconies

01686

tremont apartments

Community Information: • Public transit • Schools nearby • Easy access to Hwy 406 • Close to Pen Center, entertainment, restaurants, grocery store and all other amenities you could ever wish for.

Call to arrange a showing

1-888-636-3582

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WESTDALE PROPERTIES

01566

St. Catharines

A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Residential - Industrial - Commercial

Garden Terrace Apartments call: 905.682.5104 or 905.682.3214 anytime email: sylview@westdaleproperties.com address: 24 Ida Street, St. Catharines, Ontario (Between Queenston & Welland St.)

• Free Outdoor Parking • Easy Access to Shopping • Close to Schools • (no pets)

SERVICE RD. BERRYMAN

24

IDA STREET

SCHOOL

QUEENSTON

• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • 2 Appliances • Utilities Included

NIAGARA ST.

QEW to NIAGARA Cut off

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

www.westdaleproperties.com

Briarfield Townhomes call: 905.646.2469 email: sylview@westdaleproperties.com office: 116A-44 Berkley Dr. address: 33 & 44 Berkley Dr., St. Catharines, Ontario

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• Great Highway Access for Commuters • Close to Schools, Shopping & Buses • Situated Near Park • (no pets)

ST. TON CARL

VE. AND A

WELL

QEW

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★ BUNTING AVE.

• 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Carpeted • Full Basements • Some with Rec. Rooms • 2 Appliances

R.

LEY D

BERK

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

Jan. 19 - Feb. 2, 2013

plus hydro, includes heat and water

plus hydro, includes heat and water

888-275-5107

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1710 -1716 Main Street

905-521-0299

www.pinedaleprop.com

$50 Gift Certificate On All Approved Applications

The Evolution of Apartment Living™

Winter Special 1 & 2 Bedrooms Starting at $660 10G

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BRAND NEW NON-SMOKING TOWER

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2 Baths in 2 Bedroom Models Controlled Entry/Cameras Oversized Balconies Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping, GO Train, Bus Station & QEW access phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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Completely NON-Smoking Building including balconies Granite Kitchen Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances now available on top floor 7th

GO/VIA

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renters’help

Rental housing fraud on the rise:

Beware

by Ted WhiTehead

T

he Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) is warning all tenants and landlords to be aware of an increasing number of apartment-fraud schemes. Rental scams vary but here are three of the more common scenarios:

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ExamplE 1: A scammer poses as a landlord on websites such as Craigslist or Kijiji and says they are out of the country and require a deposit on the rental apartment.

Once the money is paid, usually through a money transfer, the new tenant discovers there isn’t actually a rental home available, and their money is lost.

ExamplE 2: A scammer has somehow obtained access to a property or place. They pose as a landlord / property manager and show the victim the property. They then request an immediate down payment to secure the property and inform the victim they can move in at a later date. On the move-in date, the victim arrives only to discover it wasn’t actually an available rental home and there have been other victims as well.

ExamplE 3: A scammer poses as a tenant and responds to internet advertisements for rental apartments. The suspect contacts the landlord by email only. The “tenant” advises they are currently out of the province, but they will send a pay-cheque or bank draft as a deposit to secure the rental. The cheque will be more than the agreedupon amount, and the “tenant” will direct the landlord to send the excess money to a third party. After depositing the cheque, the victim will be notified by their bank that the cheque they deposited was worthless and the landlord will be responsible to the bank for the money.

Fraud prevention tips for tenants Is thE prIcE too good to bE truE? Check rental rates in the same area. Often fraudsters will try to entice their victims with unbelievably low prices to elicit multiple victims. arE thEy just communIcatIng wIth you vIa EmaIl? Fraudsters will not want to meet their victims in person to avoid being recognized and investigated by police. According to the Ministry of Consumer Services, complaints have been filed against businesses using the email addresses homematchrentals@live.ca and ontimerentals@live.ca arE thEy askIng for cash only or a cash sEcurIty dEposIt? Never pay a rent deposit by cash. Cash is untraceable and can be used immediately. arE thEy askIng for monEy to bE wIrEd? Once money is wired, it is extremely difficult to cancel the transaction. Also, money transfers are difficult to trace. Never send payment electronically to an individual you have not met. havE you sEEn thE placE and walkEd around wIth thE propErty managEr or ownEr? Never rent an apartment home if you have not visited the property and met someone on-site, unless it is with a well known and respected owner/management company. arE thEy thE landlord or propErty managEr? Only the landlord and property manager have the authority to rent out a place (there are exceptions to this rule, however, it is rare). ask thE nEIghbours about thE landownEr and hIstory of thE propErty.

Neighbours are a great source of information regarding the owner and property. They can often confirm who the owner or property manager is. look for cErtIfIEd rEntal buIldIngs Look for buildings in the Certified Rental Buildings Program in Ontario. These buildings are monitored by FRPO to meet professional standards and are independently audited to meet rigorous standards. You will not be exposed to fraud in a CRB building. Find out more at www.crbprogram.org.

vErIfy paymEnts If you are considering renting to someone who sends advance payment, ensure that their payment is good with your bank.

ExcEss paymEnts Never wire or transfer excess funds to anyone. cautIon durIng studEnt rEntal sEason Fraud becomes more prevalent near the end of a term at university or college when students are attempting to sublet their apartments. Be extra cautious at this time. tEnant scrEEnIng Use proper applicant screening practices and follow up on all references. Make sure that the tenant application form has been completed in its entirety.

This information is compiled from advice provided by the Ontario Provincial Police, Waterloo Regional Police, Vancouver Police Department, Halifax Regional Police and the Ontario Ministry of Consumer Services. To report suspected fraud, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1.888.495.8501 or info@antifraudcentre.ca

Fraud prevention tips for landlords: do thEy only communIcatE vIa EmaIl? Police suggest being very cautious when dealing with someone you only have contact with via the Internet.

Ted Whitehead is Director of Certification, Certified Rental Building Program, Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO).

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*Prices, specifications and availability subject to change without notice... E&O.E

AVAILABLE AT:

• 196 Cushman • 7591 Scholfield • 246 Lakeshore • 473 Linwell • 30 Bradmon • 40 Front • 3401-3421 Weinbrenner Road

PRIVATE VIEWINGS • Fully renovated • Inground pool onsite • Excellent neighbourhood; close to all amenities • Private courtyards with garden walk-out or balcony • Five appliances

St. Catharines & Niagara Falls

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AND TOWNHOMES

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WESTDALE PROPERTIES A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Residential - Industrial - Commercial

Garden Terrace Apartments call: 905.682.5104 or 905.682.3214 anytime email: sylview@westdaleproperties.com address: 24 Ida Street, St. Catharines, Ontario (Between Queenston & Welland St.)

• Free Outdoor Parking • Easy Access to Shopping • Close to Schools • (no pets)

SERVICE RD. BERRYMAN

24

IDA STREET

SCHOOL

QUEENSTON

• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • 2 Appliances • Utilities Included

NIAGARA ST.

QEW to NIAGARA Cut off

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

www.westdaleproperties.com

Briarfield Townhomes call: 905.646.2469 email: sylview@westdaleproperties.com office: 116A-44 Berkley Dr. address: 33 & 44 Berkley Dr., St. Catharines, Ontario

• Great Highway Access for Commuters • Close to Schools, Shopping & Buses • Situated Near Park • (no pets)

ST. TON CARL VE. AND A

WELL

QEW

★ BUNTING AVE.

• 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Carpeted • Full Basements • Some with Rec. Rooms • 2 Appliances

R.

LEY D

BERK

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only 15G

$1,200

Townhouse 3 bedroom without garage

$1,300

Townhouse 3 bedroom with garage