The Home News AURORA - DECEMBER 2015

ISSUE 12 • 2015

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Aurora, Newmarket South, King City, Ballantrae, Nobleton, Schomberg & Whitchurch-Stouffville

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Anita Kotsovos Real Estate Sales Representative

905.898.1211

AnitaKotsovos.com For more details on this cover home refer to Page 5

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Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

www. AnitaKotsovos.com

Independently Owned and Operated

Over 30 years of award-winning real estate experience!

At this time of year I would like to take the opportunity to say Thank You very much to my past and present clients for their valued business and for the joy of working with them and their families. I wish you a wonderful Christmas and Holiday Season, and all the very best for 2016!

SOME OF ANITA’S RECENT SOLD LISTINGS:

$749,000

3353 Mount Albert Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$998,900

88 Couture Gardens VAUGHAN

$979,900

8 William Street SHARON

$649,900

6 French Crescent HOLLAND LANDING

$1,099,900

47 William Street SHARON

$879,900

802 Lockwood Circle NEWMARKET

$1,380,000

1173 Secretariate Road NEWMARKET

$1,088,800

706 Kingsmere Avenue NEWMARKET

$799,900

16 William Street SHARON

$949,900

$679,900

135 Glenway Circle NEWMARKET

$1,299,900

40 Parnham Crescent SHARON

127 Ward Avenue SHARON

$924,900

$1,059,900

3334 Holborne Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$939,900

75 Wellar Avenue KING

68 Arthur Hall SHARON

$829,900

54 Delattaye Avenue AURORA

$799,999

606 Gagnon Place NEWMARKET

$1,139,900

946 Damascus Court NEWMARKET

$1,099,900

1027 Sir Ivor Court NEWMARKET

$956,800

16 Waymount Avenue RICHMOND HILL

Note: these are listing prices only – call Anita for sold prices.

www.AnitaKotsovos.com

$929,900

25 Knotty Pine Trail MARKHAM

$999,900

904 Tegal Place NEWMARKET

$1,150,000

16 Willow Wood SHARON

$969,900

104 Morton Avenue SHARON

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Elegant estate home boasting 4,584 sq ft of luxury upgrades on one of the most coveted streets in Weston Downs.

Offered at $4,988,800 www.171BlackburnBlvd.com

Offered at $1,725,000 www.173PoloCres.com

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Immaculate 2,780 sq ft bungaloft with 9’ & vaulted ceilings, granite counters, new subway tile backsplash & bonus loft area.

Offered at $1,188,000 www.175GreenManor.com

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Offered at $2,590,000 www.15536TheGoreRd.com

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1,798,000

66 JENNIFER CRESCENT, SHARON

Absolutely outstanding, one-of-a-kind newly built custom home (2012) with incredibly luxurious finishes and details throughout!

Over 6500 sq. ft. of spectacularly finished living space including 2 in-law apartments with separate entrances & separate laundry!

Stunning almost 1/2 acre lot with mature landscaping and trees and large 3 car garage. 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 gorgeous bathrooms on 2nd level, featuring beautiful master suite with balcony, his & hers walk in closets & sumptuous 5 pc. ensuite bath!

This unique and very elegant home has an amazing kitchen with walnut & quartered oak cabinetry, leathered granite counters, high end appliances, 1/2” leathered marble floors & is open to family room with cathedral ceiling & w/o to huge deck! Main floor office has built-in cherry cabinetry while the open concept living room overlooks the music room and formal dining room, all of which are complimented with custom hardwood flooring, crown and wall mouldings and pot lights!

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

CHAIRMAN’S

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A nitA Kotsovos REAL ESTATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

t: Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated

905.898.1211

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akotsovos @ trebnet.com

www. AnitaKotsovos.com See Anita Kotsovos’ ad on the INSIDE FRONT COVER for details on this and other great properties.

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CENTURY HOME IN STUNNING LOCATION

2,430 SF BUNGALOW ON 3/4 ACRE, VANDORF ESTATE

UNIQUE CIRCULAR HOME FULLY RENOVATED

Attention small business owners! Excellent exposure on Hwy 48 just north of Aurora Road! Property re-zoning in process. Charming home with stunning trimwork in the heart of Ballantrae. Many updates and renovations. Fin basement with high ceilings and sep entrance. Oversized detached two-car garage. Beautiful lot with mature trees and privacy. 15527Highway48.com

Bright and large rooms with hardwood on the main. Living room with w/o to large deck and private backyard. Family room with fireplace. Fin basement with sep entrance, rec room, kitch, wet bar, additional bed/office and workshop.

Steps to Vandorf Park (baseball, tennis, basketball/hockey and playground).

Mins to Aurora, Wal-Mart, Hwy 404, and all amenities. 14WestPark.com

Uniquely designed, fully renovated, circular home with centre staircase on 8.48 acres of mature trees. 4 bedroom, 4 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, large domed skylight, two private driveways and fabulous forest views. Above grade basement enjoys private driveway and separate entrance.

5282Davis.com

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3,272 SQ FT 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME IN ROCKWOOD

RENOVATED 2,450 SF HOME ON PRIVATE 1.81 ACRES

4 BEDROOM BUNGALOFT IN GOODWOOD

Spectacular kitchen with granite counter, built-in stainless steel appliances and breakfast area with walkout to back yard. Large master with 4 piece ensuite and walk-in closet, convenient main floor laundry, office with multiple arched windows and 3 car garage. Just minutes to Hwy 407 and 404 and all amenities.

30RidgeRoad.com

Beautifully renovated 4 bed family home in the prestigious Algonquin Forest enclave. Spectacular open concept main floor, exquisite kitchen with granite & w/o to gorgeous back yard with large deck, hot tub with pergola and separate fire pit area nestled in a tranquil forest setting. Crown moulding, updated baths, hardwood floor, new roof (2014) and finished basement. 7Algonquin.com

Exquisitely upgraded 2,877 sf bungaloft on almost one acre lot in desirable estate enclave. Chef’s designer kitchen with granite counter, island, breakfast bar & servery with wine fridge. Magnificent spacious vaulted ceiling family room with built-in cabinetry & gas fireplace. Main floor master with w/i closet and 5pc ensuite with soaker tub & separate glass shower. 23Goodwood.com

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4,779 SF DOUBLE HOME ON 45+ ACRES

BUNGALOW ON 1 ACRE IN BALLANTRAE WITH DETACHED GARAGE

14.89 ACRES, CEDAR VALLEY 4 LIVING SPACES

Custom built with unique layout, perfect for two families. Enjoy 2 eat-in kitchens, 7 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, 2 libraries, 2 laundry rooms, 8 baths, family room, dining room and main floor master suite with his & her walk-in closets and 5-pc ensuite. Private courtyard with beautiful gardens on 45.35 acres located near 404 expansion and all amenities. 23472Highway48.com

6,260 sq ft living space & 852 sq ft loft over separate garage enjoy 10ft ceilings, dream kitchen, 4+3 bedrooms, 9 baths, exquisite trim, cathedral ceiling great room with beams & separate entrance to finished basement. 6 garage spaces - 3 attached & 3 car det garage with separate entrance to loft with 3 offices, 3 piece bath & wet bars. Work from home & bring the in-laws! 5410Lakeshore.com

Enjoy stunning natural views on 14.89 acres with mature trees, and a pond. 7 bedrooms, 4 kitchens, multiple separate entrances and walkouts. Long private driveway. 2 road frontages. Unique layout perfect for in-law’s or income.

Recently renovated with new addition. Separate detached shed/garage.

Minutes to Highway 404 and Newmarket. 16414McCowan.com

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3,466 SF 4 BEDROOM IN RICHMOND HILL

STUNNING & SOPHISTICATED DESIGNERS OWN 6,282 SQ FT ESTATE

10 ACRE TREE FARM WITH 2,184 SQ FT BUNGALOW

Meticulously maintained 2-storey home on quiet crescent in a sought after South Richvale Richmond Hill. Ideal floor plan with a formal dining, living & family room, study and huge kitchen with eat-in and w/o to a great size backyard backing to a golf course. Renovated, spacious 2nd floor master and 2nd floor laundry. Close to Hwy 407 & #7 and all amenities. 150Cambridge.com

Boasting 2 master bedrooms, 2nd floor in-law apartment with separate entrance, professionally finished basement and ICF construction! All 5 bedrooms with new private bathrooms. Enjoy 10’ main and 9’ 2nd floor ceilings, butler’s servery, elegant trim, 2 storey family room and finished bright basement. 1.56 acres in prestigious Trail of the Woods. 4BlueRidgeTrail.com

Renovated bungalow with 3 car garage, fin bsmt with separate entrance inground pool & cabana, 32’ x 31’ heated & power workshop with 2 doors, 71’ x 39’ workshed with 7’ high doors & 48’ x 38’ work shed with 4’ high doors & 500+ evergreens ready for resale. On a prestigious sdrd overlooking Stouffville’s secondary plan.

Hello land bankers, business owners & estate lovers! . 6394Bethesda.com

2.3 ACRES. 6,630 SQ FT, 2 MASTER SUITES, 12’ SPECTACULAR BASEMENT

FRENCH CHATEAU WITH PRIVATE COACH HOUSE BACKING TO CONSERVATION

Beautifully detailed Soaring ceilings, 2 dream kitchens, 6 bedrooms with ensuites, 2 storey living room, heated floors, elegant finishings, formal oval dining room, THX home theatre, sauna and steam shower, custom bar. Backyard oasis with Gunite pool, waterfall, cabana and party-size terrace with sweeping stone staircase. Prestigious Trail of the Woods. 1WolfRunCourt.com

Palatial 7,208 sq ft French Chateau with separate 1,375 sq ft coach house boasting 7 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, 5 car garage, courtyard, stunning professionally finished 10’ high basement and backyard paradise with inground pool.

Vaulted main and second floor ceilings, main floor master quarters, elevator and dream kitchen with coffee bar, 2 islands and built-in china cabinet. Located in prestigious Trail of the Woods 55GreenValley.com

Feature Home

*Independently Owned adn Operated.

OWN YOUR OWN CASTLE! Monumental and Gated Stone Masterpiece on 50 Rolling Acres with Large Pond.

Exceptional Construction, Proportions, Thoughtful Design and Timeless Architecture.

One Of A Kind Opportunity. $4,370,000 Visit 5370Concession.com

Feature Home NEARLY NEW STONE BUNGALOW on 10 Scenic Acres. Finished Walkout Lower Level. With High Ceilings, Large Picture Windows & Open Concept. Designer Features & Finishings.

Sensational Kitchen & Baths with Stone & Glass Surfaces. Immaculate - Shows Like a 10+.

Professional Landscaping. Natural Gas & Hydronic Radiant Heating for $300/Month Energy Costs. 1400 Sq Ft Heated Attached Garage. Goodwood. $2,000,000 Visit 5340Highway7.com

D L SO CUSTOM BUNGALOW 1.76 Acres with an inviting Backyard Oasis.

Uxbridge. $1,625,000 www.7RollingMeadowsRd.com

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LUXURY ESTATE HOME on a 2 Acre Private Lot with Mature Trees and Inground Pool. 5+1 Bedrooms, Large Open Concept Kitchen.

Professionally Finished Lower Level. Stouffville. $1,750,000 See video @ www.21FalconHeights.com

D L SO LUXURY GATED COUNTRY ESTATE 5 Private acres. Incredible Backyard Oasis with Pond, 20’ x 41’ Inground Pool with Waterfall. 2 Kitchens, 6 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms. Stouffville. $2,150,000 4305Bethesda.com

D L SO PRESTIGIOUS BALLANTRAE Immaculate 2 year old 5,551 sq ft Custom Home on a Premium 1 Acre Private & Mature Treed Lot. Extensive Upgrades Thoughout! Chef’s Dream Kitchen. $1,900,000 67Whitewood.com

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5,000 SQ FT - 00000 Prestigious Camelot Estates. Stately Home, 2.2 Acres. Finished 3 Floors. $1,800,000 61Lakewoods.com

PRESTIGIOUS GLENHILL TRAIL Traditional Estate Home 2 Acre Treed Lot with Inground Pool. Stouffville. $1,598,000 Visit 9Glenhill.com

50 ACRES - 00000 Great Location on Main road. Perfect for Contractor or Landscaper. 2000 Sq Ft Log and Stone Bungalow, Has Recent Upgrades. Inground Pool. Low Taxes. 10 Minutes To Aurora, Highway 404 or Highway 407. $1,120,000 6549Durham.com

176 ACRES - 00000 INVESTMENT Scenic Hilltop 176 Acres with 360 Degree Breathtaking Views of 10 Miles Plus. Working Farm. $1,595,000 12900Concession2.com

*Independently Owned adn Operated.

VALLEYVIEW A Traditional Country Stone Estate situated on 10 Acres with a Large Pond on Exclusive Vandorf Road. Approx. 7,500 Sq Ft of Luxury Living. Inground Pool, Decking & Koi Ponds. Own Your own Park. $2,600,000 Visit 3853Vandorf.com

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FOR KIDS FOR HOLIDAY

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LITTLE PEOPLE FARM

Your little farmer will love this fold-up animal farm, which includes seven figures (Farmer Eddie, cow, goat, chicken, horse, sheep and pig) to interact with and also plays music and animal sounds as the barn door is opened and closed.

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MINION BARBER SHOP Kids can create hilarious disguises for their Minions that can be customized with PlayDoh bananas, sirens and other fun designs.

LEGO

N A B O O S TA R F I G H T E R Recreate exciting scenes from Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace with this foot-long ship that includes a fueling station and a rotating stand to mount the model on. Model includes three mini-figures and accessories.

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MINIONS SKETCH PROJECTOR Kids can now show off their cool drawings in a big way.

Draw or trace an image by using the special markers on reusable plastic sheets. The sketch projector will then project the works of art up to 20 times larger. >>>

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TWISTER MOVES This dance game lets kids master moves by following the lights and hopping on the spot to the beat. Keep up with the beat and unlock new levels to rule the dance floor.

DISNEY

JUMBO KNOB PUZZLE Kids will love this interesting and educational puzzle with matching pictures underneath each piece, and easy-grasp knobs, perfect for little hands.

PLAYLAND WITH BALLS Includes an assortment of play lands including Frozen, Princess, Paw Patrol, and Teenage Mutant Ninja turtles as well as 20 soft flex balls, fun ball toss roof and peek-through windows.

AIR HOGS

S TA R WA R S FA L C O N Q UA D Now your little ones can fly the most iconic ship in the Star Wars universe. The ship's rotors are concealed for agile, space-like flight and features LED lights and authentic sounds.

Additional toys and gift ideas can be found at www.walmart.ca/toys. THN www.newscanada.com

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hristmas for me as a real-estate broker offers the opportunity to be in touch with many of my past clients. Our relationship started out, like most do, with them looking for a home and me trying my best to find them the perfect place for their family to live and grow together.

For almost seven years, their families seem to be an ever growing part of my life. . .much more of a friendship, than the real-estate transaction it started out as. It’s a timeless thing, just like our name, that means even more at this time of year.

People calling, sending cards and little thank you notes. Just their way I guess of saying I wanted to keep in touch. Maybe that’s what the holiday season is truly about, reaching out, saying hi again and wishing people you like all the best.

So to my ever growing family of clients (friends) and all the people you have referred to me over the years, hearing from you at Christmas is the best gift I could ever receive.

Happy Holidays!

Roxanne Henderson P.S. Millie, thanks for the jam.

Daryl King

Sales Representative

$4,185,000

$3,999,900

$3,850,000

$3,250,000

CUSTOM ESTATE! Unsuppressed quality throughout. Breathtaking 4-bedroom home backing onto greenspace. Gourmet kitchen, high-end built-in appliances, open concept family room with waffled ceiling. Hardwood and marble floors. An absolute masterpiece that must be seen!

EXQUISITE new custom rebuilt home ideal for those seeking luxury. Soaring 22’ entrance with glass railings, Swarovski chandeliers, handpicked marble floors. Stunning kitchen with views of the lavish yard with inground pool and patio.

OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY! One of a kind century home circa 1800’s on 14 pristine acres. Breathtaking dream kitchen.

Gorgeous backyard with pool. Coach house. Stables, horse barn and so much more. Must see!

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM built home with A+++ finishes top to bottom. Wrought iron railing. Extra large windows. Gourmet kitchen with gas stove and built-in appliances.

Finished walk-up basement. Heated floors. Great location!

$3,198,000

$2,998,000

$2,395,000

$2,349,888

EXTRAVAGANCE IS IN THE DETAIL! Over 6,000 sf of custom living space waits you in this gorgeous residence. Designed and distinctively crafted with sophistication in mind. Gourmet kitchen with extra large island, formal dining room, elevator, stunning master and anything else your heart desires.

17+ PRIVATE ACRES - MULTI USE ZONING! 2,630 square foot home custom built and set back from the main road.

This home is sure to impress with spacious foyer, floor-toceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. 2 acres zoned for kennel.

9+ ACRES OF PRIVACY! Nature at it’s finest. Custom re-built 5+2 bedroom home. Private natural pond. Custom finishes, extensive trim work, built-in surround sounds. Finished walkout basement. Ideal family home in a great location.

CUSTOM HOME ON PREMIUM 210 FT LOT Spectacular finishes starting at the front door and ending with the resort style backyard with inground pool and cabana. High ceilings.

Finished basement with walk-up and spa/sauna room. Must be seen.

$2,298,000

$2,298,000

$1,900,000

$1,198,000

EXECUTIVE HOME ON DOUBLE LOT with stunning backyard oasis. Elegant and formal layout with high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Large family kitchen. Private ensuites. Private under ½ acre lot with inground pool, cabana, hot tub, showers and more! Over $500,000 in upgrades

LUXURIOUS CUSTOM BUILT KLEIBURG BEAUTY! Fantastic lot size backing onto breathtaking ravine providing spectacular views & loads of privacy! Custom designed kitchen with island.

Open concept family room with soaring cathedral ceilings. 3 car garage. Finished basement.

IMPRESSIVELY APPOINTED BRAND NEW HOME. Custom built with gorgeous kitchen and elegant rooms. Round skylight.

Trim work. Finished walk-up basement. All bedrooms with ensuites.

ONE OF A KIND EXECUTIVE HOME on a large lot. Luxuriously appointed and upgraded top to bottom. Gorgeous kitchen with huge pantry. Finished basement. Formal dining room with coffered ceilings.

$1,699,000

$1,229,000

$669,000

CUSTOM BUILT HOME IN KING CITY ! This home is designed to capture the natural splendor and glorious views. 9’ ceilings, 8’ doors, extensive trim work. Large living/dining rooms with gas fireplace. Gourmet kitchen with heated floors. Finished lower level.

SHOWS LIKE A MODEL HOME ! This 3233 sq ft bungalow sits on a private 2 acre lot in exclusive “Shires” subdivision.

Minutes to highways, shops & GO train. Stunning marble floors, upgraded hardwood, 8” baseboards & well appointed formal rooms. Large kitchen with center island. Walk-up basement.

CUSTOM BUILT BRICK BUNGALOW SET ON FANTASTIC 1/2 ACRE + country lot just minutes to Highways 89 & 400.

3+2 bedroom with in-law suite. Approx 2,800 sq ft of living space. Open concept layout with hardwood floors & staircase, skylight and large windows (2011).

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LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Prestige 8 floor medical/ retail/professional building to be built just steps from the new subway. Great exposure. Roof-top terrace. Minutes to Court house, hospital and transit. Different unit sizes and floors available.

*The Daryl King Team consists of 43 Registered Sales Representatives. ** For Royal LePage Your Community Realty Inc., Brokerage based on real estate sales in 2014. *** Based on real estate Sales in 2014.