Nutan Brown Sales Representative
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311 Roncesvalles Avenue Toronto, ON M6R 2M6
toronto west, high park, roncesvalles village, parkdale, bloor west village, junction 54 glendonwynne road
126 edgecroft road
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Exquisite Renovation of a Traditional Bloor West Village 2 Storey, Designer Owned, Magazine Quality Presentation... Exceptional Craftsmanship, 3 plus 1 Bedroom, 4 Spa-like Baths, Regal Foyer, Main Floor 2 piece, Restored Period Details, Impressive Open Concept Kitchen/Family Room with Walkout, Finished Basement, 30’ x 120’ lot with 2 Car Parking, Steps to A+ Schools, High Park and BWV Shopping.
Stunning Fully Renovated Bungaloft with Rear Addition, Dramatic Cathedral Ceilings Throughout, Oversize Custom “Cooks” Kitchen with Island, Open Concept Living/Dining, 2 plus 3 Bedroom, 3 Baths, Hardwood Floors, 2 Gas Fireplaces, Enormous Master with Stellar Ensuite and Walkout, Professionally Finished Basement, 41’ x 125’ lot with Private Drive, Spacious Manicured Backyard, One of a Kind!
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Nutan Brown’s
WALL OF FAME ...helping you is what I do
We had a wonderful experience buying our first home with Nutan’s help. Nutan kept us informed about the housing market, gave us great advise on where and what to look for in a home and helped us find a house in our favourite neighbourhood in the city. Thanks to her tireless work on our behalf, our new house checked almost every box on our list, and we were able to stay within our budget.
Sincerely, Jess and Jason Happy First Time Homeowners
Buying or Selling a home is a very personal decision. It involves weeks, even months, working with your real estate representative, building a relationship based on trust, confidence and exceptional service.
Thank You For The Opportunity!
Nutan Brown
National Chairman’s Club 2008-2016, Top 1% in Canada*
Sales Representative
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Office: 416-233-6276 Direct: 416-606-1581 nutan@royallepage.ca • 5110 Dundas St. W.
www.nutanbrown.com
Independently owned and operated
ENERGY • COMMITMENT • RESULTS **Please visit www.nutanbrown.com to see this featured testimonial and many others from current and past clients, to make your real estate decisions with complete confidence**
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316-88 Broadway Avenue
2316 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6S 1P2 Office: 416-441-2888 *Represented Buyer
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20 Great Oak Drive ‘Islington Heights’ Exceptionally Maintained & Updated Spacious 4+2 Bdrm ~ 4 1/2 Bath 4660 SqFt Of Finished Living Space Premium School District Entertainer’s Outdoor Paradise
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I look forward to meeting new people in this Great Community and helping them with any of their needs in the Real Estate Market.
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outdoor
don't water too often By watering deeply and infrequently, you can encourage deep root growth. If you water in the morning, you'll lose less moisture to evaporation.
keep an eye open for pests
Tips for a
GREAT YARD
Warm summer days mean more time spent tending to our lawns and gardens.
Here are some tips to help make your yard one of the best on the block:
mow high
Keeping the blade raised for a 2.5 to 3-inch cut is best because it helps a strong root system develop and discourages weed growth.
A small number of weeds or bugs is nothing to worry about, and if you catch a problem before it gets out of hand you will have an easier time dealing with it. If your problem reaches a point where you need to use a pesticide, just follow the label. The products in Canadian stores are approved by Health Canada before they are made available to consumers. A healthy yard is not only a beautiful way to add value to your property, it's also a good way to enhance the environment by filtering rainwater, attracting birds and good insects and absorbing pollution. Regular maintenance and keeping a watchful eye out for potential problems are two simple ways you can make the most of your personal outdoor oasis while contributing to a beautiful, vibrant urban environment. THN www.newscanada.com
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New Rebuild in Kingsway proper, 4+2 bedrooms, 5 luxurury baths, LKS district. A display of superior design and craftsmanship coupled with top quality finishes/features, extensive use of imported white marble, smart home features, heated floors, temperature controlled custom wine rack, 2 laundry facilities, skylight just to mention a few of the upgrades. No luxury is overlooked, no detail missed. Offered at $2,815,000. Visit www.princetonroad70.ca for details or call now for your private viewing.
2 spacious bedrooms with great view of Lake/Toronto Skyline. Large wrap around balcony. Right on the water, walk or cycle Martin Goodman Trail and Lakefront boardwalk. 10 min drive to Bloor West Village, High Park - many cafes, pubs, restaurants along the Lakefront. Offered at $589,000.
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recipe
SalmonTROUT WITH SPIRALIZED ZUCCHINI, ASPARAGUS & TOMATO EN PAPILLOT SERVES
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aking fish in parchment allows for the flavours to really concentrate. The steam helps to make a perfect sauce and the cleanup is minimal! I often make this when I need an easy dinner for 2 or 4.
Step FIVE
Ingredients 3/4 pound of skinless rainbow trout or salmon, one piece 2 zucchinis, spiralized or 2 cups prespiralized zucchini
Directions Step ONE On the work surface, lay the sheet of parchment paper lengthwise. The piece of parchment should be about 4 times the length of the fish. Step TWO Using the lower half of the parchment paper, lay down the spiralized zucchini (this will be the “bed� for the fish). Tuck about half the tomatoes slices and half the red chili rounds in the zucchini noodles. Drizzle with 1 tbsp of the oil, about 1 tsp of the balsamic, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
1/2 of a fresh long red chilli, sliced in rounds 6 campari tomatoes, each sliced into 3-4 rounds 1/2 bunch of asparagus, ends removed and stalks cut in half 1 tsp sea salt, divided Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
Step THREE Lay the fish fillet on top of the spiralized zucchini and tomato bed. Step FOUR Drizzle a small amount of the oil on the fish and season with salt and pepper.
Serving Suggestion: I like to serve this over a bed of brown rice, quinoa, or millet.
Distribute the remainder of tomatoes, red chili rounds and all the asparagus spears on top of the fish. Step SIX Drizzle the contents of the package with the remainder of the oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Step SEVEN Fold the upper half of the parchment paper over the vegetable/fish mound (you should leave enough space around the food to allow the air to expand and circulate). Starting from one corner, make a fold in the parchment, staple that fold together. Make very tight, closely overlapping little folds starting from one corner and work your way around, towards the opposite corner. Fold the last fold over itself and staple this fold to itself and then a few of the folds along the parchment paper. Place the package on a cookie sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes. Step EIGHT Cut the package open and either slide the contents onto a plate or serve directly from the open parchment (you can cut away the top flap and staples).
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Backing onto Islington Golf Course Nestled on a quiet & coveted street overlooking Islington Golf Course, this elegant Tudor residence was built in 1934 and has been beautifully restored to meet todays modern lifestyle. No expense spared, dream kitchen, 2 walk-outs, private double drive for minimum 8 cars, 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, 2 spectacular master suites, outstanding curb appeal with golf course views from the yard. Walk to great shops, restaurants, to subway & well regarded private school. Superb location! 25burnhamthorpepark.com
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Nutan Brown
Sales Representative Independently owned and operated
d: 416.606.1581 nutan@royallepage.ca nutanbrown.com
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Fabulously renovated wide Edwardian semi (circa 1909). Open concept main floor with soaring ceilings (9’2”), airy and flooded with natural light. Beautifully finished and appointed kitchen, rare 2 piece powder room, walkout to deck/ yard, wonderful and private urban oasis! 3 extremely generous bedrooms, a master bedroom with incredible custom walk-in closet. 3rd floor bedroom/rec room with spectacular views of Toronto skyline. 4 piece ensuite, walkout to private rooftop terrace. 2 car permitted parking.
P R O P E R T Y F E AT U R E S • Open concept with 9’2” ceilings
• Finished and appointed kitchen
• Rare 2 piece powder room
• Master with custom walk-in closet
• 3rd bedroom/rec room with views
• Walkout to private rooftop terrace
financial
Renegotiating your
MORTGAGE? There's so much to think about when renegotiating your mortgage. You may be shopping around for the best rate, you may have to pay fees to switch lenders, and your bank will likely offer you a readvanceable mortgage.
Some banks bundle other financial products, like car loans or credit cards, together under a readvanceable mortgage — a term mortgage combined with a home equity line of credit. This is typically offered at an attractive interest rate. While a readvanceable mortgage has its benefits, be aware of the fees that apply and the risks of tying different credit products together before signing on the dotted line. HELOC debt is different than other forms of debt. Unlike a credit card or unsecured line of credit, a HELOC is secured by using your home as collateral. While HELOC interest rates are often lower than other forms of credit, they are variable. At any time, banks can demand that you repay your HELOC or increase your interest rate. If you can't pay back the money you owe, you may lose your home or have no choice but to sell it.
Compared to a home equity loan — a lump sum loan with a fixed interest rate, term and repayment schedule — a HELOC works more like a credit card. Your available balance decreases as you borrow and increases as you pay it back, up to a certain credit limit. Some HELOC credit limits increase automatically as you pay down your mortgage. To switch lenders the next time your mortgage is up for renewal, you may first need to repay all credit products tied together under your readvanceable mortgage. And there are additional legal fees you wouldn't incur when moving a traditional mortgage. When deciding your strategy, think longterm. Are you planning to use your home's equity to fund your retirement? How long do you plan on staying in your home? How will you use your HELOC — for renovations, to invest, to consolidate higher interest debt, for emergencies, for a second home, for a vacation? How would interest rate hikes, job loss or illness impact your ability to repay your debt? Would a HELOC tempt you to use your home like an ATM? If a HELOC is the right product for you, stick to a plan to pay it off fully and avoid continually borrowing against your home's equity. Learn more online at canada.ca/it-pays-to-know. THN www.newscanada.com
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637 Willard Avenue is a sensational, modern 3+1 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Toronto’s Bloor West Village. This detached 2-storey house offers a wonderful open concept layout that includes pot lights, a gas fireplace, hardwood floors and a custom, renovated eat-in kitchen with Corian counters, a centre island, stainless steel appliances, as well as a walk out to the deck and magnificent yard. The master bedroom offers a beautiful fireplace, much closet space and a private 3 piece ensuite. The basement includes a living space combined with a dining room, a kitchen and a bedroom with a full bathroom – perfect as an in-law suite! 637 Willard has a great walk-score of 73! Steps to good schools, TTC, parks, Baby Point, Dundas shopping & restaurants. Minutes from Bloor West Village and The Junction. Under a 30-minute drive to Toronto’s downtown core.
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Over 6,000 square feet of luxurious living in this renovated 5-bedroom on spectacular 80’ south-facing lot! Grand living and dining rooms boast high ceilings with beautiful crown moulding. Family-size chef’s kitchen opens to terrace. All bedrooms generously proportioned, luxury bathrooms, sun fills every room! Lower level features family/entertainment room opening to garden. Captivating views of towering trees from every room, every window! Fantastic neighbourhood schools, near St. George’s Golf & Country Club, 10 minutes to airport, 20 minute drive to Financial/Theatre districts. Entertainer’s dream! 31Edenbridge.ca
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Old Mill Luxury Condo
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Spectacular Kingsway character home in an urban setting steps to subway, shops, dining, pubs, cinema, library, etc, etc! Fully renovated while keeping the old world charm and boasts master ensuite, main floor powder, finished basement with nanny/ teen suite, leaded windows, indoor access from double garage, spectacular garden with hot tub. Great schools nearby! All ready for you on move-in day! Experience the love of The Kingsway with its beautiful trees, parkland and smiling faces!
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95 Old Mill Road FOR LEASE An intimate collection of luxury townhomes nestled in historic Old Mill. A 5 minute stroll to subway, Old Mill Inn, Humber River and parkland with its walking/cycling paths. 2,000 square feet. Fully renovated with glamorous bathrooms, gracious principal rooms, eat-in kitchen with stunning views of Kingsway mansions and secluded courtyard terrace. Kingsway/Bloor West Village shopping nearby and a quick drive to Financial/Theatre districts and airports.
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591 Windermere Avenue
Proudly Serving
ETOBICOKE, RONCESVALLES, BLOOR WEST VILLAGE, HIGH PARK, SWANSEA, JUNCTION & BABY POINT
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FOR SALE $1,399,000
637 Willard Avenue
FOR SALE $899,000
311 St. Johns Road
BLOOR WEST VILLAGE
BLOOR WEST VILLAGE
BLOOR WEST VILLAGE
FOR SALE $1,299,000
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