Entries by Roy Bhandari

Picture Blog: Recent Images of Absolute Condos

Absolute Condos truly are among the best looking condominium buildings not just in the GTA, but on the planet.  I truly believe that.  We have a lot of international and “out of towners” visiting TalkCondo that don’t have the pleasure of seeing Absolute Condos in person so we wanted to share some images of how…

B.Streets Coming Soon to the Annex

The Annex has been starved for some good Pre-Construction Condominiums recently. The Annex has been force to sit back and watch while districts such as St. Lawrence, Entertainment District and Yorkville have been getting the “new condo” treatment. The Annex is very trendy and affluent neighbourhood (according the 2001 census, 25% of Annex households earn…

A Closer Look at Lago Condominiums at the Waterfront

Lago Condos is going to be one of the biggest condominium launches this summer, and TalkCondo are at the front of the line to ensure our clients not only get the best prices, but also the best suites with glorious lake views. Humber Bay Park has been one of the fasted growing sub-districts in Toronto,…

The Mercer offering Huge Savings on Huge Suites!

Oh Mercer Mercer Me.  The popular condo development located just south of the TIFF Lightbox at the corner of John and Mercer Street have enjoyed a successful sales since launching in the fall of 2010 with the development currently sitting at around 70% sold. Exterior rendering of The Mercer sitting just south of the TIFF…

BuzzBuzzHome Named in Globe’s “Top 10 Companies to Watch”

It’s no secret that TalkCondo are HUGE fans of BuzzBuzzHome (they even appear in Roy’s “profile” at the bottom of every blog post he writes).  For those unfamiliar with BuzzBuzzHome, the website is an invaluable tool for anyone involved in pre-construction condominiums ranging from Real Estate Agents to Developers to End Users and Investors.  The…

42 Charles Street East (CASA2) Minor Update

We get asked about CASA2 more than any other project.  The funny thing is that there is really no real information yet.  We wrote that there was recently an application put into the city, and now we have a couple of additional minor updates from people close to the project. -Application board has gone up…

Perspective Condos: Toronto’s Best Kept Secret?

One of the sleeper hits on TalkCondo has been Perspective Condos by Pianosi Developments.  The development page has received a lot of action and a number of inquiries have come in but not an awful lot is known about the development. Located just South of Eglinton & Scarlett is sandwiched between the Scarlett Woods Golf…

What Absolute COULD Have Been: A Look at the Finalists

Absolute Condos (affectionately dubbed the “Marilyn Monroe Towers”) are almost complete and are arguably the most visually stunning towers in not just the GTA, but possibly all of Canada.  Back in 2006, an international design competition was held, where over 92 designs from 70 countries were received and a panel of architects, civic leaders and…

Four Seasons Penthouse Sells for Record Breaking $28 million

Lifetime Developments today announced that they have sold their penthouse unit at the Four Seasons Private Residences for a record breaking $28 million.  The sale makes it the most expensive Condominium ever sold in Canada. Virtual Walkthrough of the Most Expensive Condominium in Canada The suite, described as “a personal haven of luxury, tranquility and…

Cinema Tower Launches to Platinum Agents

Cinema Tower has finally launched to a select few platinum agents (including yours truly) and we finally have our hands on all the juicy details.  The development marks the 2nd phase of the super successful “FESTIVAL TOWER”, made famous for it’s connection to the Bell Lightbox and the Toronto International Film Festival and all the…

CASA2 Details Emerge from City Application

CASA 2 (Also known as 42 Charles East, YMCASA) “will it launch, won’t it launch” has been one of the biggest stories in the pre-construction developments in Toronto this spring. Initially, the development was set to launch in March, but has since been delayed due to red tape with the City. The initial “word on…

O2 Maisonettes Launches Unique Development

This past week, we had the pleasure to attend the VIP opening of O2 Maisonettes, a new condo development located at George & Shuter, just north of Moss Park. The development offers very unique living space when compared to the other developments in Toronto – two storey “Maisonettes” that are geared towards the (*gasp!*) end…

Cinema Tower Gets Platinum Launch Date (May 26th)

Cinema Tower is one of the most talked about and sought after pre-construction developments in Toronto.  Listed in our “Hot New Condo Projects for 2011” post back in January, the development has been on the radar ever since the super successful launch of Festival Tower.  The development will launch on MAY 26th to Platinum Brokers.…

Hume Completes Best & Worst Buildings in Toronto Series

Christopher Hume, trusted voice of Toronto Real Estate for The Toronto Star recently completed his segment on Toronto’s “Best” and “Worst” 5 Buildings constructed in the 21st Century in Toronto.  Both lists are interesting – and we don’t ENTIRELY agree. CHRISTOPHER HUME’S WORST BUILDINGS: 5. Four Seasons Center for Performing Arts (Video Link) Hume calls…