Hamilton Renters Guide - 30 Mar., 2013

Mar. 30 - Apr. 13, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 07

Brantford-Hamilton-Niagara Edition

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PROPERTY NAME

MAIN INTERSECTION

285 Dundurn Street

DUNDURN COURT

Close to convenience store, local bus routes and Hwy access. Free outdoor parking

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75 Mericourt

WHITNEY COURT

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

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126 Charlton Avenue West

CANADIANA

Close to Jackson Sq. Local bus service and shopping

20 Erie Ave

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Near Main & Wentworth 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.

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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Indian Road, Kitchener

GRAND APTS.

85 Barlake Ave

WEDGEWOOD

2641 King Street East

CENTENNIAL COURT

Quick highway access.

Close to amenities

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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872 Upper Gage Ave

GAGE MANOR

Excellent location, close to transit, local stores, banks and easy access to Linc.

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123 Charlton Avenue East

OAKLAND 1

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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1928 Main Street W.

WEST MOUNT

Close to McMaster University, local bus service and shopping.

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644 Main Street West

BEVERLY HILLS

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

420 Greenhill Avenue

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CHEDOKE

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.

1.877.469.4891

UPPER JAMES

1 & 2 bedrooms available 631-633 Upper James Street

Close to Local shopping, Malls and all public transport.

1.877.469.5244 Visit us online at

1.877.469.5237

WESTMOUNT

2 & 3 bedrooms available 1928 Main Street West

Close to 403, bus routes and local shopping

1.877.469.4882

www.effortrentals.ca

1.888.648.4751 ext. 4111

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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

1.877.469.5231

877.469.5005

WESTPARK

OAKLAND 1

1 & 2 bedroom available 1760 Main Street West

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

1.866.454.1849

Visit us online at

1 bedroom apts. available 123 Charlton Av. E.

Nr. John St. Bus Routes and walking distance to Jackson Sq.

877.469.4964

www.effortrentals.ca

1.888.648.4751 ext. 4111

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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 including underground parking for some units.

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 appliances. Steps away from grocery store, bus routes, schools and Glendale Golf Course. Very convenient!

Two and Three Bedroom Townhomes

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

Head Office: 905-777-0252

Providing Hamilton and area with quality dwellings for over 30 years. Call us today, we’ll make you feel at home!

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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

MISSISSAUGA

OKVILLE

HAMILTON

John & Charlton

BURLINGTON

BUILDING DIRECTORY

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

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H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

HOMESTEAD.CA Bay 200 Apartments 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms • Modern & spacious suites • Penthouses with sunken living room • Indoor pool, sauna, squash court, gym • Outdoor deck with BBQ

Bay St.

Queen St.

HAMILTON

Hunter St.

Robinson St.

• Close to GO station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access

200 Bay Street South Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 The Villager 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Market St Bay St

Queen St

HAMILTON

Main St E

• Newly renovated • Walking distance to public transit, Copps Coliseum, Hess Village and more • Laundry facilities

• Controlled access • Exercise room • On-site staff

160 Market Street Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

HOMESTEAD.CA The Villa Marie Community

Young

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms

John St

HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

• Spacious suites • Location by HSR and GO Station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access

Forest

• Offers clean, quiet living in fully renovated, suites at an excellent price • Visit our friendly, on-site staff at the office located at 57 Forest Ave.

43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St. & 151 Hughson St S Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017

Savaria & Pannonia Towers Bachelor 1 Bedrooms

Queen St.

HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms

• Spacious suites • Controlled entry • Laundry facilities

Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

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Robinson St.

• Includes heat & hot water

145 & 165 Queen Street South

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Bay St.

Hunter St.

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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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Picture Yourself Here!

Camelot

TOWERS

WEST HAMILTON Live in Hamilton and work in the GTA • Walk to school and the Hospital • Bus stop at your door • Mature treed setting • Large bedrooms, suitable for roommates • Outdoor pool • GO bus stop at our front door • Easy access to Highway 403

Main St. W. Exit

Longwood

Camelot Towers

McMaster University Hospital

McMaster Innovation Park + Research Centre

Main St. W. 403 Entry from Main

Hwy 403 403 West Ramp

Aberdeen

403 East Ramp

* applicable to all new approved application

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JR 1, 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOMS

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905-522-5246 or 905-528-6922 avcanmanagement.com Proudly Managing for Over 40 Years

Hamilton 01537

townhomes 515 Queen Victoria Drive

• Easy access to the Linc.

Call

905-387-7221

pROpERty ManaGEMEnt sIncE 1981

downtown

www. gumieroholdings.com

GUMIERO hOldInGs

2, 3 & 4 BEdROOM $ townhomes from 970

140 Wellington Street South

info@gumieroholdings.com

905.561.8000 March 30 - April 13, 2013

Jr. 1, 1 & 2 BEdROOM

from

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• Clean & secure building • Wheelchair accessible Call

905-529-2616

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

905-561-6352 caledonia 130 Argyle Street North

1 & 2 BEdROOM

from

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• Easy access to the Linc.

• Wheelchair accessible Call

905-765-0895 grimsby 1 & 3 Slessor Blvd.

bachelor 1, 2 & $ from 603 3 BEdROOM • Clean & secure • Wheelchair accessible Call Please say you saw it in Renters Guide!

905-309-8738 1

Hamilton

03880

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March 30 - April 13, 2013

Hamilton

Incredible Value

The Newly Renovated

IDEAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION

Walk to GO Station, Hospitals, Shopping, Restaurants.

Renaissance TOWERS

On the Bus Route!

1 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from 2 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from Main floor space for lease $300/Mth ideal for accountant

01505

• Individually Controlled Heat • Freshly Painted • Secured Entry • Newly Carpeted • Large Balconies • New Appliances *Ceramic tile in kitchen, entry, dining room & washroom

660 $ 770 $

All utilities included

100 Ferguson Ave. S., Hamilton Ferguson @ Hunter Call

905.527.2626 Open 7 Days a Week & Evenings.

suenicholson@live.ca

For rental Inquiries please email: Hamilton

• prime downtown location

• free parking

• suitable for professionals

• laundry facilities on-site

• walking distance to GO station, buses or shopping • clean building • quiet tree-lined neighbourhood

• controlled access

• included heat, hot water, hydro extra • blinds included • storage lockers

One Bedroom From

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Rental office located at

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James St.

March 30 - April 13, 2013

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Hunter St. Bold St.

McNab St.

01524

905-527-8893

Main St. W. Bay St.

Call

Caroline St.

Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 10 am - 3 pm Wed 10 am - 7 pm • Thurs 10 am - 5pm

King St. W.

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47 Bold Street, Unit 1

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enting an apartment over owning a home makes lots of financial sense for people in many different life situations.

Maybe you just can’t afford to buy a home or don’t want to spend your hard-earned money on one. Maybe you have a plan to buy a home in a few years and want to start saving for a down payment. Or maybe you’re simply not interested in the cost and commitment that come with being a homeowner. No matter why you’re renting an apartment, you need to know your rights as a tenant. As part of the process, your landlord must give you a copy of the agreement after you sign and return it. Since this document outlines all the terms you’ve agreed to, it’s an important document to have on hand.

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ello balcony! It’s been a long winter but it’s nice to have you back.

Balconies are one of those amazing things about apartments. I don’t want to hear about decks (too much space) Juliet windows (not enough space) or backyards (oh the maintenance!). Balconies are a special piece of property – low maintenance and little in the way of investment for such a huge return. They’re your own little piece of paradise, and come spring they finally come back into your life.

They’re just so perfect. All you really need is a chair or a blanket to cozy up on – with your morning coffee or an evening tea. It’s an ideal way to take in your view, which extends to much more than what you get through the window. The balcony is the perfect place for a romantic evening of stargazing, and a great lifestyle addition for enjoying out-of-doors for those that are less mobile. It’s always a breath of fresh air.

The only thing a balcony is definitely not, is a storage space. It’s a shame to waste that piece of real estate on stuff that could best be put elsewhere, from bikes to luggage and furniture. If you’ve been neglecting your balcony, get out there and give it a little TLC, perhaps a chaise and a few planters and find out for yourself how amazing your personal outdoor haven can be!

With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect place, balcony and all.

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hamilton Effort Trust - Various Central and West Hamilton Locations

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Kingswood Place-6 Kingswood Drive

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Kings Forest Manor-288 Mount Albion Rd.

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Homestead Land Holdings Limited - 200 Bay St., 160 Market St.

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Greenwin - 181 John St.

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Camelot Towers

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Medallion Corporation - 235 Rebecca St.

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quicktips

Conquer Clutter this spring

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Tips for a tidy home

pring is traditionally a time to freshen your house from top to bottom. This year, the cleaning and organizing specialists at Molly Maid have some easy and inexpensive ideas to get your home clutter free and organized. Before cleaning, try these tips: TheRentersGuide.ca

Hanging shoe organizers make great storage for cleaning supplies, kids’ toys, toiletries and yes, even shoes! In the kitchen, these handy organizers can hold spice jars, even small utensils.

No more mismatched sheets. Keep sheet sets together by tucking top and fitted sheets into their matching pillow case.

Cleanse your closet. Spring is a great time to give your closet the once over.

Decide if you want to keep, toss or donate items that are seldom or never worn.

Storing belts, scarves and ties is easy when you attach round shower curtain hooks to hangers. Belts won’t fall down and fabrics will be crease free.

Decorate and organize at the same time. Attach stuffed toys to a strip of velcro in the play room to create a fun way to display kids’ favourite plush toys.

Corral metal clippers, nail files, and hair elastics in one handy place - secure a magnetic strip inside the medicine cabinet. Voila!

Store rolls of wrapping paper in a garment bag and vow to never juggle loose rolls again.

Packing a suitcase? Stuff shoes with socks or other small items. Then put each pair of shoes inside a shower cap to prevent clothes from getting dirty.

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Hamilton 03840

Senior Housing 1100 Limeridge Road East

25 Lynden Road, Dundas

• Fabulous Senior Apartment

• Very sought after Senior’s Apartment • On a major bus route • Not far from University Plaza • Very quiet location right off the rail trail • Garden like setting

• On a major bus route • Close to shopping • Secure building • Central Air A Must See!

1 Bedrooms $763 inclusive (Heat and Hydro)

1 Bedrooms $745 + Hydro

Many great locations to choose from

To view call Laurie Ward at 905-546-2424 Ext.7874 or 289-921-7368 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

221 Melvin Ave., Hamilton (Parkdale/Barton)

March 30 - April 13, 2013

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

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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. James St. South

cALL TODAY!

John St. South

Forest Ave.

Charlton Ave. E.

ss

• VIDEO CAMERAS AT DOORS & DOOR FOBS FOR ADDITIONAL SECURITY

Claremo nt A c ce

• LAUNDRY ON SITE

Main St. E.

Wellington St. S.

• 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:

795

$

per month plus hydro

3-bEDroom unit:

15 Albright

& 15

nicklAus

895

$

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@shaw.ca or albright1@shaw.ca

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March 30 - April 13, 2013

Hamilton

129 Bold Street Hamilton Clean & Spacious

LARGE 2 BEDROOMS

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

$745

✔ OnLy $250 DEpOSit!

01693

Hamilton

01606

Your complete rental source.

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

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03917

Hamilton

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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

905-578-6365

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The SAVVY

APARTMENT Shopper Use all the resources at hand and make quality a key part of your decision criteria

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by Ted WhiTehead

hen looking for rental accommodations, particularly in an area that’s unfamiliar to you, it’s wise to use every resource available to find an apartment that is within your budget and fulfills your lifestyle needs.

Nowadays, a growing number of rentalhousing consumers are using the Internet, as their information search source for locating an apartment. If you're moving to a new city or town, most provinces and local municipalities have general information websites with links that provide a direct click to available rental information sites in the area, Once you arrive at the selected sites, you can generally click on the type of apartment and location you’re looking for, and do some preliminary ‘shopping’ online. The benefit to online listings is that they are generally kept current.

Well-respected media such as Renters Guide and homeTRADER.ca can also be a big help. These sources are widely used by apartment-shoppers. Word-of-mouth continues to be a great method to find a good apartment at a reasonable rate. Ask family members, colleagues and friends if they know of good rentals available in the area where you want to live. If you’ve located an apartment and wonder what it’s like to live there, ask tenants who enter or leave the building for their opinions. Other important considerations for any savvy apartment seeker are the quality of the home you plan to select and the quality of service you will receive once you have TheRentersGuide.ca selected your chosen area.

Now, there is an effective tool to help you find the perfect apartment and enjoy increased peace of mind in your decision – the Certified Rental Building Program TheRentersGuide.ca (CRBP). The first of its kind in North

see whether the buildings that you are considering have that on hand. You can also visit the website www.crbprogram. org, where you can search for an apartment in a certified building by geographic location, name or the management company. If you have located a building in one of the other ways mentioned above, you would be wise to check the CRB Program website to check and see whether the building has passed the certification process.

Either way, this new “quality assurance” standard can help you make your final decision with confidence. To be certified, apartment owners/applicants must agree to maintain a certain standard in areas such as Human Rights Code, tenant servicing, fire and building code compliance, staff training policies, proper safety procedures, information and privacy law compliance, financial management, insurance, and employee relations. The program is audited by the well-respected third-party auditors J.D. Power & Associates. There is also a mandatory training and education component that all property management staff must complete.

America, the program from the Federation of Rental-Housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) promotes best practices when it comes to operating apartment buildings in Ontario. A CRBP building is well run and well managed. It is in good repair and the management ensures that the required safety standards are met.

Property owners and managers in this program follow FRPO’s established Standards of Practice, which help to establish and maintain a high quality of life for renters.

You can use the CRBP in three different ways. Certified buildings all display the program’s seal of approval, so you can

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

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Hamilton

downtown location

650 Plus Hydro 2 Bedroom from $850 Plus Hydro 3 Bedroom from $1000 Plus Hydro from

$

• On Bus rOute • Friendly staFF • secure Building • laundry On smart cards

Wilson St. Ferguson Ave. N.

• undergrOund Parking

Rebecca St.

Wellington St. N.

Bachelors

Cathcart St.

Walking distance to jackson square

King William St.

905.541.7079 email:

www.medallioncorp.com

03916

235 Rebecca StReet

195WellingtonSite@medallioncorp.com

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moving

avoid common

packing mistakes

by Dan Hopkins

M

ore than 4 million people moved residences in Canada last year, many of whom did the packing themselves. For some, it works out fine; others have problems resulting from a lack of foresight, poorly packed boxes and inexperience in loading moving trucks.

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Here a re a few tips to help you avoid finding damaged items at your destination: 1. Consider purchasing boxes from your mover. The most common packing mistake we see is people getting free boxes at the grocery or liquor store and then putting too much weight in them. For example, using a large box to pack books and magazines may make it too heavy to lift, and the box might break during the move due to the weight.

Use this rule of thumb: the heavier the item, the smaller the box. Be choosy about your boxes; free boxes from a grocery store that have been used to ship produce could contain insect larvae that may transfer to your belongings.

2. Be realistic about the number of boxes you need. Depending on how long you have lived in your current location, you will most likely underestimate your boxes requirement.Often, we hear of renters who think 40 or 50 boxes will be enough, and then realize they need upwards of 80, two days before moving day.

3. Start packing early and be completely packed when the movers arrive.

Sometimes we arrive at a customer’s home and they’re not packed. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to move a customer’s belongings while they are attempting to shove items into boxes and we get in each others’ way.

This also interferes with the optimal loading of the moving truck. We have a loading system where the first things we place in the truck are light items such as chairs, lampshades, cushions, etc; we place these items in the ‘attic’ (the area over the cab) of the truck. We can get lots of light items up there and they stay secure.

TheRentersGuide.ca Next, we create a ‘box wall’ stacked to the ceiling to hold the items in the attic in place. We then stand plastic TheRentersGuide.ca

wrapped mattresses against the box wall and secure everything with tie-off straps to keep belongings from getting jostled during the move. If you’re not completely packed and ready on moving day, we can’t create that box wall early on and, this decreases the capacity of the items that can be moved at one time. It also eats up precious time and, therefore, money!

4. Think ahead. Begin packing items you don’t use daily. As you pack your boxes move them to the front of your apartment and stack them along a wall near the front door. Having them by the door, organized and ready to go, instead of having movers go back and forth to each room can shave 10 to 20 seconds off the time for each box. Saving 20 seconds per box can save lots of time – and money.

5. Consider having your moving company pack for you. We are skilled, have more experience and have standard-size small, medium and large boxes that are designed to fit into our trucks to create a perfect box wall for optimum efficiency and safety.

So, when it comes to moving, forethought goes a long way. Because your belongings mean a lot to you, take extra care when packing so that they arrive at your destination safely.

Dan Hopkins is chief operating officer, Two Men and a Truck Canada.

For more information visit the website at twomenandatruck.ca

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DOOR-TO-DOOR

FOOD DRIVE Tuesday April 23rd - 6:30pm to 9:00pm

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

This is an opportunity for Tenants and Landlords to work together to help feed those in need by generously donating non-perishable food items.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO GET INVOLVED CONTACT: Lynzi Michal 416.385.1100 Ex22 or Imichal@frpo.org

Look for the Food Drive signs in your building to participate.

Volunteers will be canvassing for food donations, which will be donated to local food banks.

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

Unfurnished

Furnished

vickie@corporatesuites.ca www.burlingtontowers.com

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03895

Burlington

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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) ■ Indoor Parking Available ■ On-site Management

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

01555

■ Upgraded Suites/Utilities Incl.

■ In-house Maintenance Staff ■ Beautifully Maintained Buildings

■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

(subject to availability)

478 PEARL ST.

(905) 632-1643

(subject to availability)

477 ELIZABETH ST.

(905) 634-9374

After more than 30 years of apartment management ...

Stellen knows how to make you feel RIGHT AT HOME.

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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

northshore@westdaleproperties.com www.westdaleproperties.com

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Burlington 01553

March 30 - April 13, 2013

$1,200

Three-bedroom without garage

$1,300

Three-bedroom with garage

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RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES ACT SEMINARS Legal strategies and tips for rental housing providers

TORONTO April 4th & 16th I KINGSTON April 25th I WOODSTOCK May 2nd FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: LYNZI MICHAL

1-877-688-1960 or lmichal@frpo.org

www.frpo.org

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Niagara

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

1 Bedroom

Phone:

$699

905.892.6025 •

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01444

Call Tracking:

289.273.0201

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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

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

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

Hamilton

Hamilton

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

East Mountain:3 and -4 bedroom townhouses available,attached garage, first/ last req.Avail May 1st.$972-$1015/mo+ Utilities.beaniebaby@cogeco.ca.Call (905)544-0077

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X - Press -Moving $45/hour Student discount 15% off Senior Citizen discount 15% off Packing, Unpacking, assembling & disassembling of furniture are also available Local & Long Distance Home,Office & Industrial call !-866-482-8464 or 289-935-6683

Your complete rental source.

X-PRESS MOVING & STORAGE INC. Contact us @

1(866) 482 8464

Moving Supplies Available Free storage 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 Student discount 15% off Senior Citizen discount 15% off Packing, unpacking, assembling & disassembling of furniture are also available

(289) 935 6683

LoCAL & Long DiStAnCe HoMe, oFFiCe, inDuStriAL SPeCiAL rAteS For MontreAL, ottAWA, eLLiot LAke & WinDSor

from $45/hoUr 14’,16’, 18’, 20’, 24’, 28’ trucks, 32’ trailer We accept Visa/Mastercard and Debit

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• Bonded, licensed & insured.

• 24/7, Short Notice OK. Please say you saw it in Renters Guide!

free boxes with bookings!

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

R.

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BERK

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

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THE CYPRESS

BURLINGTON'S BRAND NEW N O N - S M O K I N G TOW E R

AT THE ROYAL GARDENS

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Meadowbrook 75 Barlake Ave. 905-561-1397

Princess 695 Regency Court Burlington, Ontario 905-639-8009

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Queenston Plaza 385 Queenston Rd. 905-547-7092

The Argyle 265 Melvin Ave. 905-547-6617

Call Now To Find Out About Our Beautiful Suites

plus hydro, includes heat and water

plus hydro, includes heat and water

888-275-5107

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Greenwin Inc. 125 Wellington Street North

N

o one does makeovers quite like Greenwin does.

They really are one of the leaders when it comes to revitalizing rental communities and upgrading properties to hotel levels.

They did it in Toronto at 88 Erskine Avenue and 45 Dunfield, both now considered A-class. These buildings feature concierge service, exercise facilities, media rooms, 24-hour WiFi laundry rooms and lobbies that rival most hotels. Their staff-to-resident ratios are high. They offer on-site programs such as Yoga and Aquafit classes and host at least six events a year free of charge for residents. They have quarterly newsletters and an open dialogue on social media.

Greenwin purchased 125 Wellington Street North this winter and they’ll be offering some of the same great features and services to residents, including a new exercise room, a new 24/7 WiFi laundry room, new theatre/media room, a new bike storage room and a new yoga room. As well, residents can look forward to a new lobby!

Concierge service has already started. Residents can now submit their requests for maintenance online and have the convenience of booking an elevator online. They can even borrow a dolly or cart, a folding bed or a crib if company arrives unexpectedly.

“We saw a niche in the Hamilton rental market for an upscale resident experience,” says Greenwin principal Kevin Green.“The north side of Hamilton has Hess Village for nightlife and cafes, Jamesville for restaurants and the arts scene [Art Crawl and other events] and Jackson Square for the year-round Farmers Market, the library and the bus terminal.”

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125 Wellington North is a U-shaped complex with a wide range of suite sizes: bachelors, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as two-storey designs in one or two bedrooms.

Rents range from $775 to $1395 per month TheRentersGuide.ca

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including heat, hydro and water. Underground parking is available for an additional monthly fee.

Inside the suites, kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors are new, counters are new and flooring in the living areas are being replaced with quality vinyl plank flooring. Bathrooms also feature new fixtures, new mirrors and new lighting.

Hamilton General and the Rehab Hospital are just a few blocks away and it’s an easy walk to the bus terminal or GO Station. For commuters, the 403 ramp is only minutes away.

Wellington is a pet-friendly community, where the concierge actually offers dogs a little treat when they return from their walks.

For more information, call 905-523-7569 or visit their informative website www.125wellington.com. Greenwin owns and professionally manages residential and commercial propertiesTheRentersGuide.ca throughout central and eastern Canada. Operating for more than 60 years in the marketplace, it is one of Canada’s premier, full-service real estate firms creating successful communities by providing value to residents.

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