Tradition With A Twist
As the City's original Innovative Space Specialist celebrating my twentieth year in the sales, marketing and development of stylish urban housing, one would be correct in assuming I've seen most everything unique this city has to offer. So you can imagine my surprise when my designer Costantino D'Elia of cozdesign.com called me up letting me know of his intention to relocate. Knowing first hand his attention to detail from his work on my own projects, I must say my jaw dropped when I walked into what was once a forlorn dilapidated income property to find a breath-taking transformation. Who said you can't make a silk purse from a sow's ear? You can when you literally rebuild a house with the finest materials and a commitment to exacting standards.
Located north of St. Clair Avenue east of Oakwood, this former working class neighbourhood has been undergoing a transformation not unlike this very property. As real estate prices have climbed in our fair city, first time buyers seeking affordable entry level housing have flocked to this charming pocket of solid well-constructed vintage houses. Like other gentrifying neighbourhoods, the tide is turning and a new wave of residents are upgrading their domiciles, signifying the beginnings of what is quickly becoming a demand urban location.
Near equidistant and a ten minute walk to the shops of St. Clair, the Eglinton West subway station and Cedarvale Park, and literally around the corner to Oakwood for all your on-the-go needs, this centrally located property offers easy access to shopping, public transportation and green space.
For those who love the outdoors, Cedarvale Park is noteworthy. Bordered by very steep hills, the north end of the park contains the Phil White Arena and Arlington Middle School. It is commonly used for dog walkers, with the large open fields are heavily used by the community for everything from cricket games to flying kites. South of the fields, the park angles southeast, and becomes more of a deep, naturalized ravine with steep sides, with a heavily used footpath down the middle. The park benefits from its proximity to the Beltline Trail in the north and the Nordheimer Ravine to the south which link together to form the large trail system that runs through midtown Toronto. With the increase in ecological awareness, many renaturalization projects are underway as part of the City's commitment to sustainability. How fantastic is that? Yea to greener pastures!
270 Robina offers the flexibility to be a five bedroom three bath single-family residence with a sixth bedroom and recreation area in the lower level; a main and lower level three bedroom two bath suite with a separate one bedroom upper unit or alternatively; a one bedroom upper unit with self-contained laundry, a two bedroom main floor unit with shared laundry, and a lower-level one bedroom inlaw suite with shared laundry. Given the substantial upgrades making this a turnkey investment, it's an excellent opportunity for an investor seeking a generous income stream. Or, if you're a first time buyer this residence offers the opportunity to generate a sizable income supplement from two stylish units while occupying your own luxury accommodation. Over time you can expand into either of the other two suites, or all of the suites, as your needs or income allows. I love this 'accordion' aspect of the dwelling, where it can grow or contract as your needs require. And for those who are an extended family, this property is ideal for the multi-generational household. There's a suite for your aging parent, one for your moody teen, and one for yourself! And all of an excellent calibre! How amazing is that?
With an incredible list of upgrades and renovations since 2008, this house is spectacular top to bottom! The lower level renovation with separate entrance includes a new kitchen with new appliances, a smart 3 piece washroom, new drywall, recessed lighting, a porcelain/stone foyer, laminate flooring, an abundance of customized shelving, laundry and utility areas. The cozy bedroom with built-in shelving and pretty drapery wall is magical!
On the main level, the two bedroom suite with home office nook was substantially renovated including a the two-tone kitchen with marble and granite counters, a substantial chef's island with top quality appliances, a new 3 piece washroom with marble counter and marble pebble floor, new custom plaster moldings, elegant wainscot details and columns, stained oak floors, french doors with quality hardware, and an abundance of customized built-ins.
The second level renovation includes a compact yet breathtaking kitchen with 'tin' ceiling, decorative paneled exhaust hood, marble floor and backsplash plus double-height cabinets, a superb 4 piece washroom with basket weave marble floor, thassos marble bath skirt, milk glass subway pattern tub enclosure, thassos mosaic tile ceiling, marble shower enclosure with soaking tub and rainshower head, a heated towel bar and marble topped vanity. There are plaster moldings in the hall, beadboard in living room, customized cabinets and shelving in the bedroom, customized closets in the living room and amazing pull-out drawers in the dining room. There's even a retractable ironing board and stacking laundry unit in the hall! Plus a sun-drenched roof terrace accessible from the dining room. I'd like to point out that the built-ins could all easily be clothes closets should this level become sleeping quarters for a single family, with the kitchen potentially becoming a laundry room or second bath.
For those seeking virtually nothing to do, since 2008 this house has had substantial exterior upgrades including a new roof with eavestroughs, soffits and fascia, concrete parging, a cedar front porch, the second floor deck and landscaping front and back including interlocking front pad. The garage was renovated with a new roof, siding and electrical outlets. The rear concrete stairs were redone and enclosed in wrought iron. And the driveway is just being paved.
In addition, the interior has been upgraded including a new concrete floor in the basement, interior waterproofing, new wiring throughout, new copper and pex plumbing throughout, new sewage drains, a new boiler with ten new radiators (with 5 original remaining). The house has new windows and exterior doors (except basement), plus stained solid wood doors, stained oak floors, and an abundance of customized built-ins.
This designer's own home is offered fully loaded and ready for occupancy in thirty to sixty days. Truly spectacular, this heart-grabbing residence is a terrific opportunity for those seeking an income supplement, loads of space and two-car parking!
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