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January 26, 2011

Deal Estate

Is this Canada’s most expensive home?

Is this Canada’s most expensive home? If you love a good spa, but not the people, this home is the answer. Located in the Bridle Path neighbourhood, the description for the $26.8 million home sounds like a travel ad: natural light cascades, floor-to-ceiling windows and a two-storey arboretum with gardens, fish pond, vaulted glass ceiling and adjoining theatre and music room.

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January 19, 2011

Deal Estate

Palatial estate has hosted royalty and Pavarotti

Palatial estate has hosted royalty and Pavarotti This 21-room, $18.8 million stone mansion sits majestically behind a rustic stone wall, a hint at the historic ambience of the home that was once owned by the late Steve Stavro, from 1981 until his death in 2006 at the age of 78. The estate has been renovated and updated with incredible craftsmanship while preserving the original character and sophistication.

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November 15, 2010

Deal Estate

Preaching to the converted

Preaching to the converted LOFTS OFFER MORE that just a place to call home. When done right, they offer a sense of history and character. Herewith, a selection of unique lofts on the market in Toronto.

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November 2, 2010

Deal Estate

New $1.5 million loft a religious experience

New $1.5 million loft a religious experience The stunning suite is located in the church bell tower and has 25-foot ceilings, original exposed limestone, built-in etched glass, stained glass cathedral windows and 2,500 square feet of living space.

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October 20, 2010

Deal Estate

Spotlight on $10.5 mil Bridle Path home & $4.19 mil Casa Loma sanctuary

Spotlight on $10.5 mil Bridle Path home & $4.19 mil Casa Loma sanctuary LUXURY REAL ESTATE in Toronto is moderating. Homes are sitting longer, and that translates to precious time for buyers looking for the perfect house. One hedge against the market souring is purchasing on a signature street with cachet. Herewith, three mansions on primo Toronto turf.

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October 13, 2010

Deal Estate

$10 million mansion on market

 $10 million mansion on market THIS FOREST HILL Road mansion, formerly part of the Rogers’ family fortune, is on the market for the reduced price of $9.6 million. Yes, reduced. Following a major renovation in 2008, the home offers unsurpassed quality and amenities, not the least of which is the driveway that automatically melts snow and a pet shower.

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September 27, 2010

Deal Estate

T.O. mayoral candidates lack solid vision: Stinson

T.O. mayoral candidates lack solid vision: Stinson Development is a long, slow, costly process and if the planning principles, political direction and economic health of a community are unstable, developers tend to seek other pastures. The current crop of mayoral candidates is unnerving. The policies are thrown together, inconsistent and impractical.

Harry Stinson is a high-profile real estate developer and entrepreneur.

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September 14, 2010

Deal Estate

One-of-a-kind homes on the market

One-of-a-kind homes on the market AN ARCHITECTURALLY UNIQUE home is a rare find, and finding one that actually suits your needs, as well? That’s the holy grail of home buying. Herewith, three more stunning homes you won’t find anywhere else.

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September 9, 2010

Deal Estate

Rolling Stones flophouse up for grabs

Rolling Stones flophouse up for grabs THIS UNIQUE AND prestigious home on Doulton Drive is iconic both for its blend of retro and contemporary style and for its legendary status as the former home base, albeit for a short time, of the Rolling Stones.

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August 25, 2010

Deal Estate

Endless summer on tap south of the border

Endless summer on tap south of the border WITH A VACATION home market still smarting from the recent recession, and a favourable exchange rate, now might be time to consider fulfilling your dream of oceanfront living south of the border. Herewith, three dream properties on the market.

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T.O. Dream Homes

Real Estate Round Table

Real Estate Roundtable 2013

Real Estate Roundtable 2013

As we sat down at the Granite Club for our sixth annual Real Estate Roundtable, last spring’s narrative of bully offers and bidding wars had given way to slowing sales. Here’s what the...

Real Estate Roundtable 2012

Real Estate Roundtable 2012

For our fifth annual real estate roundtable, we wrangled seven of the GTA’s top market mavericks for a lively & insightful debate on just what continues to drive up our housing prices, the...

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