By Allison Harness

Bayview Village

Location: 8 Rean Dr. #1901, Bayview Ave. and Sheppard Ave. E.
Asking price: $449,900
Selling price: $447,000
Previous selling price: $426,100 (2010)
Size: over 900 sq. ft.
Parking: two underground spaces, one locker
Maintenance fees: $662.37 per month
Taxes: $2,537 (2012)
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Days on the market: 80

Selling for 99 per cent of the asking price, this Bayview Village two-bedroom condo suite features panoramic views of the city.

“This is a luxury corner unit that has been upgraded and boasts an open-concept layout,” says listing agent Daniel Bloch. “It has nine-foot ceilings and lots of natural light. The kitchen features granite counters and there is a 295-square-foot terrace. The master bedroom is large and has a walk-in closet with upgraded organizers.”

Amenities in the building include a concierge, an exercise room, indoor pool, party/meeting room and a sauna.

The building is close to a library, a park, public transit and schools. It is steps to Bayview Village shops and has easy access to Highway 401.

Unit has: living room with hardwood and walkout; dining room with hardwood; eat-in kitchen with granite counter; master bedroom with broadloom, walk-in closet and four-piece ensuite; second bedroom with broadloom and walkout; three-piece bathroom.

Listing agents: Daniel Bloch and Liora Tal, Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

By Allison Harness

Queen West

Location: 141 Massey St. and Queen St. W.
Asking price: $869,900
Selling price: $861,000
Previous selling price: $488,000 (2002)
Size: about 2,100 sq. ft.
Lot: 13 by 65-ft., single car attached garage, mutual drive
Taxes: $4,850 (2012)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Days on the market: 29

With three levels, three bedrooms and four bathrooms, this freehold townhouse sold for 99 per cent of the asking price.

“This home sold for its large size and because of its excellent condition,” says listing agent Daniel Bloch. “It is also close to Trinity Bellwoods Park and many popular restaurants and shops. It is in prime location in the middle of one of the most urban areas of the city.”

The home features a stone and stucco exterior, three private terraces and a finished basement with a walkout.

Main floor has: living room with hardwood, gas fireplace and crown moulding; kitchen with ceramic floor, granite counters and walkout; powder room.

On the second floor are two bedrooms with broadloom, one with a double closet and four-piece bathroom.

On the third floor is the master bedroom with broadloom, walkout to a balcony and five-piece ensuite.

The lower level has a family room with a laminate floor, walkout and two-piece bathroom.

Listing agent: Daniel Bloch, Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

By Connie Adair

Cabbagetown

390 Berkeley Street (Parliament & Carlton streets)

Asking price: $1,050,000
Taxes: $5,351 (2011)
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Garage: 1

This three-storey brick home on Berkeley Street was built in the 1800s, says listing agent Daniel Bloch. “Berkeley has an excellent collection of Victorian properties with nice deep front yards and excellent depths.”

Three-ninety Berkeley is on an 18×125-foot lot and has a 1½-car detached garage with lane access. The home is close to the TTC and neighbourhood amenities.Recently renovated and with an addition, the house offers just under 3,000 square feet of living space. South American hardwood floors, renovated bathrooms and a 200-amp panel are part of the four-bedroom, three-bathroom home.

“The home has 33 windows [and has] plenty of light all day long,” Mr. Bloch says.

The combination living and dining room has a fireplace, high ceilings and a bay window. The kitchen has slate flooring and a gas cooktop. The main-floor family room has a walkout to the backyard.

Second-level features include a master suite that has an ensuite bathroom. The third floor loft has a fourth bedroom and a walk-in closet.

Listing Broker: Century 21 Heritage Group (Daniel Bloch)

By Allison Harness

Cabbagetown

453 Ontario Street (Parliament & Carlton streets)

Asking price: $1,299,000
Selling price: $1,400,000
Previous selling price: $1 million (2010)
Taxes: $5,409 (2010)
Bedrooms: 3 plus 2
Bathrooms: 3
Square footage: about 3,500
Lot: 23 by 122 ft
Garage: 2 car detached Garage, lane drive
Days on the market: 5

This renovated, restored, grand Victorian home was on this year’s Cabbgetown Tour of Homes, says listing agent Daniel Bloch. Featuring a third-floor private bedroom with an ensuite, this semi-detached home sold in less than a week for 108 per cent of the listing price.

“It is very rare to find a Victorian home in such amazing condition with so much care to details and restoration as this one,” says Bloch. “It also has an uncommon two-car garage. “The third floor loft would be perfect as an office. The house boasts high ceilings, news wood floors, renovated bathrooms and a new deck.”

It is walking distance to the TTC, shops, parks, restaurants, schools and Allan Gardens. Main floor has: living room with crown molding, French doors and hardwood; eat-in kitchen with granite counter, sunroom.

On the second floor are: master bedroom with hardwood, double closet and five-piece ensuite featuring copper claw foot tub; open concept den with halogen lighting and hardwood; second bedroom with broadloom; four-piece bathroom with soaker tub and separate shower stall, combined with laundry room.

On the third floor is the third bedroom with three-piece ensuite and a walkout to a deck. The basement is finished with a walkout, a recreation room and a bedroom.

Listing agent: Daniel Bloch (Century 21 Heritage Group)

By Connie Adair

Cabbagetown

453 Ontario Street (Parliament & Carlton Streets)

Asking price: $1.299 million
Sold for: $1.4 million
Taxes: $5,410 (2011)
Bedrooms: 3+2
Bathrooms: 3
Time on the market: 5 days

This renovated, restored, grand Victorian home was on this year’s Cabbagetown Tour of Homes, says listing agent Daniel Bloch.

The brick semi-detached home has original details, high ceilings, new wood floors, new bathrooms, a new deck and a family-sized kitchen.

The living room has a fireplace and the dining room has French doors and crown moulding. The combination eat-in kitchen and sunroom has granite counters and a six-burner cook top.

A double closet and a five-piece ensuite bathroom are features of the master suite.

The combination main bathroom and laundry room has a separate shower and a soaker tub. The second floor has an open-concept den.

Third-floor features include a three-piece ensuite bathroom and a walkout to a deck from the bedroom and a skylight in the office.

The 23×122-foot lot has an oversized parking area for two cars and lane access.

Listing Broker: Century 21 Heritage Group (Daniel Bloch)

By Connie Adair

Midtown

39 Roehampton Ave. #103 (Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue)

Asking price: $389,900
Sold for: $375,000
Taxes: $2,375 (2010)
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 2
Time on the market: 20 Days

By Connie Adair

Rosedale

300 Bloor Street East #2105 (Bloor Street East & Mount Pleasant Rd)

Asking price: $410,000
Sold Price: $405,000
Taxes: $2,566 (2010)
Monthly Fee: $472
Bedrooms: 1+1
Bathrooms: 1
Time on the Market: 14 Days

A prime location at Bloor and Mt. Pleasant makes this suite perfect for professionals, says listing agent Daniel Bloch. “The Bellagio on Bloor is a renovated and renowned building that offers hotel-like amenities.”

A concierge, guest suites, an indoor pool, a party/meeting room and visitors’ parking are highlights.

The one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite has a walkout to a balcony from the living room, a breakfast bar, marble floors and a pantry in the kitchen and a den/office. The wraparound balcony offers views of the Rosedale Valley from the 21st floor.

The approximately 775-square-foot suite has his-and- hers closets in the master suite and upgraded blinds and flooring.

Listing Broker: Century 21 Heritage Group (Daniel Bloch)

By Allison Harness

By Connie Adair

Cabbagetown

494 Ontario Street (Parliament & Carlton Streets)

Asking price: $899,999
Taxes: $4,441 (2009)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
MLS# C1764962

High-quality workmanship from top to bottom is a highlight of this completely renovated three-story home in Cabbagetown, says listing agent Daniel Bloch.

The combination living and dining room has a gas fireplace, crown mouldings and a walkout to a deck. The eat-in kitchen has California shutters and stainless steel appliances.

A double closet, crown mouldings and open stairs are features of the foyer. A master suite with ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet, a walkout to a deck from one of the other bedrooms and French doors to a balcony overlooking the backyard are other highlights.

The three-bedroom, three-bathroom home has two gas fireplaces, an oversized laundry room, a wine cellar and skylights.

The 16×94-foot lot has a two-car carport with lane access.

Listing Broker: Century 21 Heritage Group (Daniel Bloch)