70 Carr Street exterior
70 Carr St., Townhouse 1, Toronto
Asking price: $449,000
Selling price: $440,000
Previous selling prices: $380,000 (2008); $311,939 (2006)
Taxes: $1,455 (2010)
Days on the market: four
Listing agents: Marlene and Sarah McLean, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
This two-bedroom condominium townhouse was a hot item because of its location just south of Alexandra Park and north of Queen Street shops, restaurants and galleries, agent Sarah McLean says.
"The area is certainly is one of the most desirable," she says. "It's trendy and it's got what people are looking for."
As for the perks of this three-storey corner unit, which is part of a roughly five-year-old development in which units are stacked on top of one another, it offers space and style.
"It's one of the largest layouts in the complex," Ms. McLean says. "[Plus]the owner has really unique taste, so the interior decorating obviously sold it."
For instance, decorative wallpaper, intricate light fixtures and modern furniture pieces helped showcase upgraded finishes such as laminate floors, marble countertops in the main bathroom and stainless steel kitchen appliances.
In addition, the unit's placement in the upper southwest corner allows for a 338-square-foot wrap around terrace with a gas hookup. "There's a lot more privacy on the rooftop terrace where there are gorgeous views of the city," the agent adds.
On the level below the outdoor space, there are two bedrooms, including a master suite with a walk-in closet.
Heading farther down, the main level is open concept with French doors to a Juliet balcony off the living area, a dining space and a U-shaped kitchen set up.
The unit is also equipped with a powder room and laundry machines.
A monthly fee of $486 covers the maintenance of landscaped walkways, paths and visitor parking, as well as 24-hour security.