Condo of the Week: $2.25 million for a townhouse with its own private bell tower
Address: 12 Macpherson Avenue, Townhouse 1
Neighbourhood: Yorkville
Agents: Christian Vermast, Paul Maranger and Fran Bennett, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Brokerage
Price: $2,250,000
The Place: A three-level townhouse in the Macpherson Church conversion, an ultra-exclusive building that we first featured in December. This two-bedroom unit includes the entire south-facing façade and the original main entrance to the church.
Bragging Rights: Re-enact scenes from The Hunchback of Notre Dame (or just take in the 360-degree view of Yorkville, Summerhill and Rosedale) from your own honest-to-goodness bell tower.
Big Selling Point: The cathedral ceilings, arched windows and ornate wooden staircase are straight out of a historical novel, but the rest of the finishes, including the heated stone floors and several skylights, show an appreciation for modern luxuries.
Possible Deal Breaker: With a wine cellar that can house more than 1,000 bottles, guests will take offence if you serve them $15 plonk.
By the Numbers: • $2,250,000 • $2,065 in monthly maintenance fees • 4,115 square feet • 1,107-bottle wine cellar • 5 bathrooms • 3 storeys, plus the bell tower • 2 bedrooms • 2 fireplaces • 2 parking spaces • 2 patios • 1 private bell tower
