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John & Charlton
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 & 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
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
Glencrest & Guelph Line
Creswell Court Apartments - 3050 Glencrest Rd. – 905 637 6776
Plains & King
Warwick Court Apartments - 950 Warwick Court - 905 639 0456
Plains & King
Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456
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The Brock - 472 Brock Ave. – 289 795 8276
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The Caledon - 1363 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 637 8431
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The Sandpiper - 1431 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 632 1427
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Park Terrace I, II, III, IV, V - 199, 205, 187, 189, 191 Queen Mary Dr. – 905 842 5300
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Centennial Towers - 155 Navy St. – 905 842 3859
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The Premier Court - 41 Speers Rd. – 905 338 3342
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Lakewood Apartments - 1257 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 271 5370
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Lakeview Place - 2770 Aquitaine Avenue – 905 858 8466
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PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME
Jacqueline Hill EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT
Susan Legge DIRECTOR OF SALES
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Anne-Marie Breen SENIOR EDITOR
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DOWNTOWN
Premiere Apartment Rentals te dia cy me an ite Im ccup t Su O lec Se
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Renaissance
Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center. All Utilities Included.
71 King Street
Picton Place
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22 Picton Street
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room. Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.
300 North Centre Rd.
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.
SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST
The Riverview
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
284 Wonderland Rd. S.
Westmount Place
5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, conveniently located across from Westmount Mall, parking included, exercise room, sauna Pay Personal Heat/Hydro
800 Wonderland Rd. S. ly
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Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
325 Southdale Rd. W.
Westmount Estates II
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
335 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.
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LARGE SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES Some with Carport or Garage
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White Oak Gate - 1669, 1670 & 1671 Jalna Blvd. – 519-680-0932
Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Manor House Apartments - 746 Fanshawe Park Road East – 519-439-4848
Richmond & University
Parkdale Place Apartments - 1201 Richmond Street North – 519-439-0941
Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Fanshawe Village - 640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park Road – 519-434-4420
Adelaide & Huron
Royal Oak Terrace - 1126-1154 Adelaide Street North – 519-433-5705
Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Adelaide Towers I, II, III - 1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North – 519-438-1188
Ernest & Bradley
Bradley Court - 1585 & 1595 Ernest Avenue – 519-690-2968
Commissioners & Adelaide
Roseland Place - 854 Commissioners Road East – 519-668-0616
Ridout & Grand
Ridout Towers - 100 Ridout Street South – 519-432-3857
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The Gartshore - 80 & 82 Ridout Street South – 519-434-2828
King & Ridout
Peter McGregor Tower - 21 King Street – 519-432-1995
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The Brownstone & Gordonstown Apartments - 500 & 527 Gordon Avenue – 519-686-5850
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Springbank Manor - 492 Springbank Drive – 519-472-2032
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Trillium Towers I & II - 680 & 690 Wonderland Road North – 519-471-6759
Commissioners & Wharncliffe
Highland Park I & II - 450 & 460 Highland Avenue – 519-672-8730
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Queen Margaret Place I & II - 100 Queen Street North & 11 Margaret Avenue – 519-578-7790
Queen & Weber
The Regency - 57 Queen Street North – 519-579-7710
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Cambridge Park Apartments - 95 Cambridge Street – 519-621-7772
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Nottingham Towers - 56 & 64 Finch Drive – 519-344-3050
Sandy Lane & Cathcart
Pier 100 - 1255 Sandy Lane – 519-336-8561
Exmouth & Murphy
Pontiac Court Apartments - 1202-1273 Pontiac Court – 519-383-7550
London & Murphy
Woodstone Apartments - 1148 & 1150 Afton Drive – 519-337-2098
Wellington & Hanlon Parkway
Phoenix Mill Apartments - 364 Waterloo Avenue – 519-829-4080
Wellington & Hanlon Parkway
Bryden Apartments - 380 & 400 Waterloo Avenue – 519-829-4080
Wyndham & Woolwich
Trafalgar Square - 27 & 33 Cardigan Street – 519-826-6768
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Silvercreek Terrace - 120 Edinburgh Road – 519-821-5800
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FANSHAWE
724 & 744 Fanshawe Park Rd. East
1 bedrooms from $698 2 bedrooms from $814
• Ample closet space • Large renovated balconies Fanshawe Park Rd. E. • Playground • Close to 24 hour grocery store • Minutes to Masonville shopping district • Beautiful ravine setting backing onto Stoney Creek • Walking distance to primary & secondary schools • Bus to University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College
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Aldersbrook Rd.
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• Located in London’s growing North West end - Hyde Park • Covered porch • Great shopping and restaurants close by • Walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom attached to master bedroom • Finished 3rd level or basement • Large, spacious bedrooms and living areas • Attached, single-car garage • On bus routes
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If you’re looking for “just the right place” we’ve got the right place to start. Visit our Residential Rental Information Centre in Forest Hill and find everything you need to choose your “right place”. Old Oak’s friendly advisors will help you find the location, floor plans and amenities that are just right for you. SUGARCREEK TRAIL 405-445 Sugarcreek Trail 1 & 2 Bedroom suites
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Oxford St. West
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www.oldoak.ca 575 Proudfoot Lane London, ON
50 Capulet Lane • 877-620-1734
60 Capulet Lane • 877-290-3205
Great Views of City
New Unit Style Available: 1 Bedroom + Den
70 Capulet Lane • 877-715-7852
80 Capulet Lane • 877-439-0677
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Neighbourhood Profile
Hespeler Village Just hanging out Fast facts Average household income
$114,610
Family structure
FAMILIES
COUPLES
SINGLES
52%
30%
18%
Own vs. rent
10%
RENTERS
90% OWNERS
On tap
24%
21%
21%
COORS LIGHT
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BEAUTIFULLY COSY AND HISTORICALLY significant, the
Hespeler Village area of Cambridge is bounded by Hespeler Road, Blackbridge Road, Townline Road and the Jamieson Parkway. Approximately equidistant to Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph and greater Cambridge (Galt), it is an oasis of quaintness in the Golden Triangle. Not the sleepy town it appears to be, Hespeler Village is characterized by a civic-minded population with a real mix of values, from the traditional (churches abound) to the esoteric (massage therapists, acupuncturists and holistic nutritionists aplenty).
Children of all ages play in the streets, and it’s definitely more of a family atmosphere than a singles scene. This is a neighbourhood on the move, outdoors oriented and eagerly embracing change. This a community loves the outdoors and shows pride in the homes and gardens. Active professionals jog or cycle along the Speed River, and congregate on weekends and evenings in the bistros of the rapidly gentrifying main drag, Queen Street. With origins as a mill town, Hespeler Village is a healthy mix of working class and younger
professionals, some with families. While housing is affordable, and big box stores and outlet malls are less than a kilometre away, the Queen Street strip readies itself for an influx of new residents in the next few years, with a more upscale feel and price scale. Restaurants are slightly pricier than those along Hespeler Road, but considering the quality and diversity of the dishes, they’re still a bargain compared to bigger city prices.
Anne Marshall has lived in New York City, Glasgow (Scotland), Greensboro (NC), Toronto, and somehow ended up back in the fabulous small city of Guelph, where she grew up. She loves nothing more than exploring new areas, peering into other people’s apartments, houses and yards.
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Albert St.
Kent St.
Richmond St.
Talbot St.
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• 6 appliances • Secured underground parking • Heat included • Exercise room • Close to Budweiser Gardens and Covenant Market • Close to Victoria Park, Grand Theatre, Richmond Row
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433 King St.
536 Ridout St. Albert
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877–826-8155
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Family Built, Owned & Managed
• Spacious suites • Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna & exercise room • 5 appliances with ensuite washer/dryer • Individual heating & air conditioning • Underground parking • On-site management • Minutes from entertainment, shops & restaurants, Budweiser Gardens and The Covent Garden Market
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RE-VISIT EVERYTHING YOU THOUGHT ABOUT RENTAL LIVING If you can think of it, it’s probably already at REVO. Why live in an older building, when you can rent someplace brand new! REVO offers many of the luxuries of condo living, but at rental prices. Not only that, everyday conveniences, green spaces, funky coffee houses, London Transit, the Budweiser Gardens and more, are practically outside your door.
Remarkable amenities include: • 24 hour fitness centre • Games room & party room • Screening room • Security/Concierge • Study lounge/library • 24 hour ground floor laundry • Secured underground parking • Bike storage • Security cameras throughout • On-site Super & Management Office • Guest suite • Some units have dishwashers • Medallion’s S.O.S. (Superior On-Call Service)
1 bdrm • 1 bdrm + den • 2 bdrms • 2 bdrms + den & 3 bdrms from $750* *Hydro is metered separetly
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The lease
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You’re signing a contract By Elisa Krovblit
THE DURATION: Is it week-to-week, month-to-month or something other? Is there a minimum residency, like six months or one year as a minimum? The rules around tenancy are determined by this information, so clarify it. THE MAINTENANCE OBLIGATIONS: Who shovels the snow, who cuts the grass, who takes care of repairs? If you rent in an apartment building, this may be all under the property management, but if you’re renting a whole home, you may have to look after more of the property.
YOU WANT THE APARTMENTand you are going to sign the lease - but are you clear on what that means? It’s a legal contract and you’re legally obligated to fulfill the terms it contains. The lease is there to protect both the landlord and the tenant. This legal contract spells out what each party’s obligations are. Though leases are not legally necessary to rent an apartment, and the landlord and tenant can just agree upon terms, shake hands and go about their lives, this doesn’t give either party any recourse should issues arise. If there’s nothing in writing, it’s just a matter of one person’s word and memory of events against the other. You may be thinking that renting a place is straight forward, and that the lease just complicates things with legalities, but you’d be wrong. It’s best to have a contract that spells out all obligations and then nothing is left to memory or chance. This is, after all, protecting your right to your home, and without that confidence that your expectations will be met, you may find your rental experience subpar. The lease must contain some basics: THE LANDLORD, THE TENANT AND THE ADDRESS: These are the basics and they identify the parties involved. All people living in an apartment should be on the leas
INCLUSIONS: The lease should state how much the rent is, and what that includes. It varies from property to property – you may have utilities included, or you may have to pay your own, such as hydro, gas, water, etc. Is laundry included? EXCLUSIONS: Are there areas of the property other than your unit for your use? In a duplex, for example, the rights to garage access or backyard usage may lie with one tenant or both units. If they’re not included, you have no rights to use them. Don’t end up disappointed. EXPECTATIONS: The landlord may include clauses about what is and isn’t permitted. These expectations can include items like having tenant’s insurance, no smoking, no pets, no painting, etc. Read your lease carefully before signing it, and make sure you get a copy of what you’ve signed. That’s your right. If it’s not in the lease, it doesn’t count. Before you sign, discuss any concerns or requests with the landlord. Often, if there is an issue, there may be some resolution you can come to – leases can be changed, but only before they’re signed. It becomes trickier down the road if you change your mind. Remember, this really is a legal document and you’re obligated to follow the terms you agreed upon with the landlord. And that’s why you sign a lease.
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The Premium Choice in Rental Living Margaret Place
Kitchener's Finest Highrise
1 BEDROOMS FROM $1095 2 BEDROOMS FROM $1375 SUITES INCLUDE • Air Conditioning • 5 Appliances which includes in-suite washer & dryer • Large Eat-In Kitchen • Vertical blinds and carpeting • Security intercom • Stunning panoramic views • Spacious balcony
RENTAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm; Saturday: 12 pm - 4 pm; Sunday: Closed
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FACILITIES INCLUDE • Fully equipped exercise room • Indoor swimming pool • Sauna • On-site management office • Underground parking • Recreation Room • Library • Games Room • Guest Suite
CLOSE TO • Minutes to transit & GO Train • Breithaupt Community Centre • Easy access to highway #85 & #7 • Local shopping • Wilfred Laurier University • University of Waterloo • Schools & churches
305 & 315 Margaret Avenue
226.646.2296 margaretplace.ca
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161 Fallowfield Dr. 226-646-2108
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HAMILTON
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Upcoming Dinner Meeting: DATE: September 14th, 2016 LOCATION: The Waterfront Center, 555 Bay Street North, Hamilton, ON TIME: 5:45 - Check-in & cocktails 6:30 - Dinner followed by tea & coffee 7:30 - Presentation & Guest Speakers
COST: (Dinner & Presentation) MEMBERS - $35 for dinner, presentation is free NON-MEMBERS - $50 for dinner & presentation
GREAT DOWNTOWN LOCATIONS FANTASTIC One bedroom apartments available at 89 & 95 King Street East. Includes Fridge, Stove, Central Air, Dishwasher and more for $723$867 + Utilities. Newer buildings, great location, minutes’ walk to the GO Station, on a major bus route and close to all amenities.
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before you hire By Chuck Resnick
HIRING THE RIGHT MOVING COMPANY can save you lots of work, stress and headaches in the long run. Industry professionals are accustomed to handling all kinds of moves, from apartments to homes and offices small and large. We understand how to pack, mark and transport items of all shapes, sizes and levels of fragility. We appreciate the importance of what we do, because people’s “stuff” is so much more to them than a collection of items. It represents their lifestyle, memories, emotional connections and fun. Although many consumers move themselves and do a good job of it, enlisting professional movers is the choice of many others. However, you do want to be careful that the company you hire is above board and upholds strict standards. How can you tell? Do your research by asking questions: Is the company a member of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM)? This organization exists to help people find reputable movers they can trust. To explore a company’s reputation, you can also contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and your provincial government’s consumer protection agency. Visit Mover. net to learn more about what CAM has to say – the first three things listed are: – Ask three movers for estimates in writing – Get the terms and conditions of your move in writing. – Ensure you know how your goods will be protected for loss or damage. If a company representative does not know how to answer your questions or glosses over them, a red flag should go up.
we have a Consumer Bill of Rights, the only one in the Canadian moving industry. We also have a list of questions to consider when consumers are thinking about hiring a mover. Of particular importance are the financial considerations. For example, does the company have a minimum charge, and how are you charged after that minimum is met? Will you be charged for fuel or travel time to and from their office to your home or business? Will there be a fuel surcharge or a stairs or long-distance walk charge if they have to park the truck some distance from your door? Is there a deposit required, and what kinds of payment options are available? Do they offer free quotes? How do they arrive at a valuation that is covered by insurance? Does the mover have advice for how you can reduce your costs? It is also important to ask if they employ full-time workers or use temps and day labour, and whether their employees are covered by Worker’s Compensation. Are their movers trained in how to pack and move carefully and efficiently? Ask how to contact the firm’s office during moving day, in case there are issues. If all the representative offers is a cell phone number, be suspicious. In fact, it’s a good idea to visit the movers’ office to make sure it exists. Remember, anyone can make anything seem real on a website. It’s best for everyone involved to have a moving contract that outlines what is expected. Read it and ask questions about anything you don’t understand. Hiring a company you can trust makes for a more comfortable, less stressful and successful move.
Communication is the number-one factor in a successful move. At Two Men and a Truck – Canada,
Chuck Resnick is vice president Marketing and Operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit www.twomen.ca
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BURLINGTON
$1,300
Townhouse 3 bedroom without garage + utilities
$1,400
Townhouse 3 bedroom with garage + utilities
Features: Range and refrigerator In-suite washer and dryer Carpet and hardwood flooring Private backyard Full basement Children's play area On-site management
Rental Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm; Weekends and holidays by appointment
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in Burlington at 472 Brock Avenue
BURLINGTON
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1, 2 & 3 BDRM. SUITES • Utilities and windows coverings included • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Indoor heated pool, sauna & fitness Centre • Outdoor sundeck, tennis courts BBQ areas & playground • Recreational activities • Close to the GO station, QEW, 407, 403 Hwys, Joseph Brant Hospital, Spencer Smith Park • Parking available
905-639-8583 1285 ONTARIO STREET
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• Central air, heating and water included in rent! • Exercise room • Study room/lounge • 24-hour card operated laundry • Bicycle storage room • On-site management office
• Medallion S.O.S. (Superior On-Call Service) • Community room • Outdoor parking • Controlled entry with security surveillance • Window blinds • Playground