Condo of the Week: $770,000 for a light-flooded two bedroom in Leslieville’s converted gum factory
Address: 245 Carlaw Avenue , Unit 210A
Neighbourhood: South Riverdale
Agent: Benjamin Ferguson and Matthew Casselman , Re/Max Hallmark Realty Ltd., Brokerage
Price: $769,900
The Place: A two-bedroom unit on the second floor of the historic Wrigley Lofts, a former gum factory turned live-work space in Leslieville.
Bragging Rights: The hard loft offers a couple of rarities for a Leslieville condo: two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Plus, it comes with approved drawings for an additional mezzanine in the northeast corner that could act as a third bedroom.
Big Selling Point: Massive windows, sky-high ceilings, concrete mushroom columns and enough open floor space to hold your own Madonna-inspired dance class.
Possible Deal Breaker: Unless you’re the early-to-rise type, installing blackout curtains will be a top priority.
By the Numbers:
• $769,900
• 1,800 square feet
• $827.08 in monthly maintenance fees
• 2 bathrooms
• 2 bedrooms
• 1 parking space
• 1 set of approved drawings for a mezzanine
260058 The exterior of 245 Carlaw Avenue. The building used to be a Wrigley's gum factory before it was turned into condos. 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/245Carlaw210AExterior3-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/245Carlaw210AExterior3.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/245Carlaw210AExterior3.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/245carlaw210aexterior3/ 245carlaw210aexterior3 0 0
260059 An aerial view of the condo's main space, taken from atop the stairs 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/aerialview-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/aerialview.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/aerialview.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/aerialview/ aerialview 0 0
260060 The lofted bedroom, which is open on three sides 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroom3-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroom3.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroom3.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/bedroom3/ bedroom3 0 0
260061 The ensuite washroom to the master bedroom 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroomensuite-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroomensuite.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bedroomensuite.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/bedroomensuite/ bedroomensuite 0 0
260062 One of the bedrooms with plenty of storage, perfect for a child 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/den-3/ den-3 0 0
260063 One of the bedrooms with plenty of storage, perfect for a child 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/den2.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/den2/ den2 0 0
260064 The kitchen and dining areas, flooded with light from the large windows 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningkitchen2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningkitchen2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningkitchen2.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/diningkitchen2/ diningkitchen2 0 0
260065 The living room and dining areas, viewed from the kitchen 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningliving-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningliving.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/diningliving.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/diningliving/ diningliving 0 0
260066 Hardwood flooring is present throughout the main floor 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/entrance-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/entrance.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/entrance.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/entrance-7/ entrance-7 0 0
260069 The kitchen features a centre island with three stools and stainless steel appliances 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Kitchen-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Kitchen.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Kitchen.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/kitchen-22/ kitchen-22 0 0
260070 The whole condo, as viewed from the kitchen 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kitchendiningliving-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kitchendiningliving.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kitchendiningliving.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/kitchendiningliving/ kitchendiningliving 0 0
260071 The whole condo, as viewed from the living area 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/livingdiningkitchen-2/ livingdiningkitchen-2 0 0
260072 The space gets sunlight for most of the day 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen2.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/livingdiningkitchen2-2/ livingdiningkitchen2-2 0 0
260073 The open-concept space allows for plenty of breathing room and storage 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen3-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen3.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingdiningkitchen3.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/livingdiningkitchen3/ livingdiningkitchen3 0 0
260074 A display case dominates the wall near the study area 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/livingroom-3/ livingroom-3 0 0
260075 The light-drenched living area, complete with TV and storage units 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/livingroom2.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/livingroom2-2/ livingroom2-2 0 0
260076 The main floor washroom features a deep soaker tub and floating vanities 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/washroom-6/ washroom-6 0 0
260077 The main washroom also has a custom shower stall made of glass 245 Carlaw Ave., Unit 210A https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/washroom2.jpg 1000 667 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/condo-of-the-week-245-carlaw-ave/slide/washroom2/ washroom2 0 0
Love it! Very TriBeCa — bright, clean but edgy. Unique property (not many real lofts in a city of wannabes). Awesome value in an up and coming area close to downtown.
Ouch that is pricey!! Even with a 20% down payment (which is a total outlay of $167,000 dollars after land transfer tax, and closing costs), the total monthly mortgage + maintenance fees (BEFORE PROPERTY TAXES) will be $3500/month . If rates go up by 1% – you are looking at $3,770/month. A very steep price indeed -especially with no rental opportunity (like the basement in a house).
Feels underpriced given the square footage.Average cost for all condos last year in Toronto was north of $420/sf
um welcome to Toronto?