ISSUE 01 • 2015
HomeNews the
.ca
Woodbridge & Kleinburg
This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:
Mario & Mimma Volpentesta Sales Representatives
905.264.6363
avantiteam.com
Sutton Group Security Real Estate Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated
See back cover for details on this and other great properties.
WIN 4 LEAFS TICKETS PG.03 • END THE CLUTTER IN YOUR HOME PG.08
$3,999,900
$2,698,000 Rare Opportunity Private School! Fantastic Modern 25,000 SF, 2 Storey School On 100 Acres! The School Has 8 Classrooms, Library, Large Fully Equipped Kitchen, Gym, Computer Lab, Outdoor Solar Pool, Running Track, Soccer/ Football Field. Century Old Brick Farmhouse With Gas Heating. Call Daryl For More Information About This Unique Opportunity.
$2,699,000
Elegance Lives Here! Stunning custom home on mature premium lot in sought after Richmond Hill location. This residence will leave you breathless the moment you open the German imported Mahogany front doors and step into the large foyer and open concept layout. 5 luxurious bedrooms grace the upper level. Fully finished walkout lower level was not overlooked – enjoy entertaining your guests and family in the private theater room and large rec room.
$2,498,000
$1,938,888
$1,898,000
Gorgeous Panoramic Views!
Stunning One Of A Kind Home!
Prestigious Woodland Acres Estates Invites You To Step Into This 9,000+ Sq Ft Home. Grand 2-Storey Foyer. Imported Floors. New Kitchen With Imported Counter. Sits On 1.36 Acres. Indoor Pool. 4-Car Garage & Parking For 20 Cars. Entertain In Style Indoors & Out!
5,500 Square Feet Of Living Space With Luxurious Tasteful Finishes. 4 Large Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms And 10’ Ceilings Throughout. Large Skylights For Natural Light. Beautiful Gourmet Kitchen, Limestone Hallway, Unique Crown Molding Details And More.
Open Concept Main Floor With Exquisite Finishes. Large Family Kitchen. Lavish Skylite 2nd Level, Panoramic Views And Vaulted Ceiling. Walk-Outs Throughout The House! Finished Lower Level With Walk-Out To Yard. Private Backyard With Fenced Heated Pool Plus Patio Area.
4 Bedroom Home With Walk-Out Basement. Numerous Decks And Balconies To Enjoy. Gleaming Hardwood Throughout, Coffered And Double Coffered Ceilings, Pot Lights, Formal Dining Room And Living Rooms, Large Family Room With Fireplace And Walk-Out To Covered Porch.
$1,498,000
$1,198,000
$999,000
$999,000
Waterfront Estate!
Opportunity For Hobby Farm!
Exquisite Board & Batten, 5-Bedroom, 5-Bathroom, Year Round Getaway On Lake Simcoe With 101’ Of Owned Sandy Shoreline! Retaining Wall Along Shoreline With Stairs. Boat House With Built-In Marine Rail. Dock. Walk To Private Beach.
Stunning ‘Cape Cod’ Inspired 3-Bedroom Home On Over 10 Acres Of Gorgeous Grounds Complete With Pond! Formal Rooms And Beautiful Finishes Carried Throughout The Home. Fully Finished Lower Level. Gorgeous Property Ideal For Event Hosting. Don’t Miss Out!
$948,000
$550,000
Custom Mansion!
“Holy Home” - Own A Piece of History! Renovated Former Church Circa 1860. Gorgeous Living Area With Impressive 23’ Cathedral Ceilings With Unique Curved Beams, Stone Fireplace & Original Arched Windows. Large Eat-In Kitchen Overlooking Peaceful Backyard. Call Today For A Private Showing.
E
IV
S LU
Spectacular & Immaculate Exec Residence!
Calling All Horse Lovers!
Cozy 3 Bed Home Backing Onto Vivian Forest With Personal Gate For Easy Access To Many Trails. Updated Kitchen, Hardwood Flooring. Inground Pool, Hot Tub, Koi Fish Pond. Outbuilding With Kitchenette, 2-Pc Bath, Heated Greenhouse, Heat & Hydro. A Barn With 7 Box Stalls, 3 Grazing Paddocks & Great Indoor Riding Arena.
INQUIRE
C
EX
Stunning One Of A Kind Bungalow!
Sitting On 3.5 Acres Of Private Estate, This Bungalow Is Completely Renovated From Top To The Walk-Out Basement. 2 Beautiful Eat-In Family Size Kitchens. New Dark Hardwood Flooring Throughout Main Floor. Vaulted Ceilings In Great Room With Panoramic Views Of The Private Grounds.
Investment Opportunity! Rare Opportunity To Own 2 Semi-Detached Homes! Steps To Bus, Hospital, GO Train, Main Street Shopping/Restaurants And Fairy Lake. Excellent Investment - Great Location! 6 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, Separate Utility Meters And Fenced Backyards.
Executive Brand New End Unit Townhome!
“UrbanTowns” At Bayview Presents A Stunning 4 Bedroom Home In A Sought After Modern Complex. Approximately 2,200 Square Feet. Thousands Spent On Upgrades. Fully Finished Walk-Out Basement With 9’ Ceilings. Premium Backyard Overlooking Greenspace. 10’ Ceilings On The Main Floor And 9’ Ceilings On Upper. Large Windows. Smooth Ceilings Throughout The Home. European Inspired Custom Kitchen.
*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.
contents ISSUE 01 • 2015
PRESIDENT James BAKER james@thehomenews.ca
08
END THE CLUTTER IN YOUR HOME
CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason STACEY jason@homenewscreative.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana SEDLAK Tim FRANKIW ADVERTISING SALES Ian RAYMOND ian@thehomenews.ca ADMINISTRATION Terry JOHNSON Diana LYNAS PRINTING Best Choice Printing
F E A T U R E D R E A LT O R S The Home News Magazine is published monthly and delivered to homes in Woodbridge & Kleinburg by Canada Post, agreement #41362062.
02
Daryl King*
05
Cecilia DeFreitas* RE/MAX Premier Inc., Brokerage
07
2902 South Sheridan Way Suite 203 Oakville, ON L6J 7L6
Manuela Palmero**
Phone 905-278-1111 Fax 905-829-2885
11 BC
Royal LePage Your Community Realty, Brokerage
Royal LePage Your Community Realty, Brokerage
Nirsh Arulnayagam* RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage
Mario* & Mimma* Volpentesta Sutton Group Security Real Estate Inc., Brokerage
*Sales Representative
4
THN PUBLICATIONS INC.
**Broker
thehomenews.ca
***Broker of Record
thehomenews.ca DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to publish this magazine as accurately as possible; however errors and omissions can occur. THN Publications Inc., their employees, agents, representatives and vendors are not liable for any damages relating to errors or omissions in the editorials or advertising which may appear herein except where a specific charge has been made. In such cases THN Publications Inc. shall have limited liability only to the charge for such advertising or editorials.
Happy New Year
To all my valued clients and business relations, I would like to thank you for such an amazing and successful year. It is an honour being given the opportunity to help families obtain their goals. I am looking forward to welcoming 2015 with another healthy market forecast to continue growing and meeting more valued buyers and sellers. I wish you all a blessed and prosperous new year! With heartfelt gratitude,
Cecilia de Freitas Coming Soon! Country living with luxury amenities located on a private 44 acre estate.
LUXURY PENTHOUSE SUITE IN VAUGHAN
GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 2-BEDROOM CONDO
3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE IN VAUGHAN
Stunning upgraded modern 1+1 condo. Penthouse suite with unobstructed south view of downtown and CN Tower. Large living/ dining room w/w-o to large balcony. Upgraded laminate flr t/o. Open concept modern kitchen w/granite countertop, backsplash & s/s appliances.
Walk to subway, TTC at your door. Low rise building with easy access to 401, Yorkdale Mall and all other amenities. Suite features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, ensuite laundry, 1 parking spot, locker, exercise room. Rooftop terrace with bbq. Well maintained building. | $239,900
Best value in Vaughan. Shows immaculate. All dark stained parquet–no carpet. Fantastic open concept design. Complex has outdoor swimming pool for summer fun. | $339,900
DECEMBER SOLDS
SOLD
SOLD
IN 1 DAY 35K OVER ASKING
MANUELA PALERMO
SOLD
B.Comm
REAL ESTATE BROKER
www.ManuelaPalermo.com mpalermo@royallepage.ca
MASTER SALES AWARD
Direct: 416-802-1066 Business: 905-832-6656
home dĂŠcor
m a ke i t you r New Year's Res olution to
END THE
CLUTTER in your home
I
t doesn't matter if you live in a five-storey home, or in a studio apartment, chances are you have a problem with clutter. A recent survey conducted for Professional Organizers in Canada revealed that nearly three out of four of us feel disorganized. There's no better time than the new year to take stock of what you need and what needs to go.
8
thehomenews.ca
TINA HOLMES , a home décor expert for the GTA Home + Reno Show, says it's important to tackle your clutter head on. “Clutter creates stress. It gives you a sense that your space is in flux and things need to get done. This prevents you from having a relaxing experience in your own home.” First order of business when de-cluttering is to take out all the unnecessary items. “Be ruthless,” says Holmes. “Over the course of just one year, we collect so many things and you may not realize it, but even small giveaway key chains and old magazines add up. If you have not used it in the past year – and it's not a seasonal item - you should really consider if you still need to keep it. Once you've cleared out all unwanted items, focus on maximizing shelving space.” »h
Home renovation and design experts are happy to give us helpful advice on how to maximize the space we do have.
thehomenews.ca
9
home décor
Holmes points out for example, that the GTA Home + Reno Show is a good starting point for homeowners looking for guidance. “We have experts on site who can advise the best options for your particular needs. Make sure you bring your floor plan, pictures of your current space, or even magazine clippings of your design inspiration so they can steer you in the right direction.” Holmes also highlights the show's local exhibitors: “The majority of them are local GTA and Canadian suppliers so they really know the market. They are familiar with the general concerns of GTA residents, they know the standard layout of most homes and condos, and they know the storage requirements needed in changing seasons because they deal with those exact same conditions themselves.” www.newscanada.com
THE GREATER TORONTO AREA
HOME + RENO
S H OW
will be held this year from
FEB 13 -16 at THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE MISSISSAUGA
It showcases MORE THAN 250 of the area's TOP Contractors, Home Experts, and Suppliers.
10
thehomenews.ca
MARKET UPDATE: Inventory on semi detached and single family homes is very low! Call me today, to ask how I can get your home sold for top dollar “Now”, versus waiting for the “Spring Market”!
JUST LISTED
581 FOSSIL HILL ROAD
STUNNING BUNGALOW VELLORE VILLAGE This rare never offered bungalow is a must see! Immaculate condition. Crown moulding, hardwood flooring, upgraded kitchen cabinets with all stainless steel appliances, built-in gas stove, built-in microwave, built-in oven, dishwasher. 3 bedrooms on the main floor, 2 with full ensuites. Large eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, finished basement with 9’ ceilings, steam shower, wet bar, gas fireplace, crown moulding, pot lights, valence lighting, washer and dryer, c/vac, water purifier, astro turf backyard, gas line for BBQ, concrete walkway and patio, tiled garage, 2 cantinas.
NIRSHSHOMES.COM
DIR: 416 726 3384 OFF: 905 607 2000 WEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
nirsharul@rogers.com @NIRSHSHOMES
B.Comm (Hons) SA L E S R E P R E S E N TAT I V E
Looking for a
GREAT REALTOR ? ®
Check your
MAILBOX & ONLINE.
thehomenews.ca
11
$568,800
$598,800
$658,800
$684,800
ANSLEY GROVE LANGSTAFF / WOODBRIDGE Semi detached raised bungalow on a 110’ deep lot. Perfect for large or 2 families.
WESTON / MAJOR MACK WOODBRIDGE End unit detached home feeling, 3 beds, 100’ deep lot with lots of windows.
ISLINGTON / LANGSTAFF WOODBRIDGE 3 storey townhouse, approx 2,500 sq ft, walk-out basement, on a ravine lot.
HWY 27 / ROYAL PARKWAY WOODBRIDGE 120’ deep lot, approx 2,000 sq ft, 2-car garage with finished basement. Shows 10++
$758,800
$768,800
$2,568,800
! D L O S KEELE / KIRBY MAPLE 4 bedrooms, walk-out basement, party sun deck. $$$ spent! PRICED TO SELL!
WESTON / HWY 7 WOODBRIDGE Move-in ready 4 bedrooms, 4 washrooms, finished basement with separate entrance.
KIRBY / PINE VALLEY WOODBRIDGE Over 7 acre treed lot BUNGALOW! 5 beds, 6 baths, walk-out basement w/guest house!
WESTON DOWNS!!! SOLD FOR TOP DOLLAR!!! SELLER SAVED