LOBLAWS at DNA3 Condos

How exciting to announce that Loblaws will be occupying the retail component at DNA3 Condos in King West. This is such exciting news considering the area is lacking a sufficient grocery store to satisfy the residents in the area. As of now, the closest grocery store is METRO which is located in Liberty Village. The addition of this retailer is a huge addition to the already highly anticipated completion of DNA3 Condos. Check in with us for our next construction update coming soon!

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DNA3 Condos Update: May 2013

Well it's been a long time since we have visited the DNA3 Condos construction site. From the looks of it, DNA3 Condos is now on the second floor of construction. It's hard to believe that just a few months ago the construction had yet to reach grade.
With very few sites in the prime King West location, the completion of DNA3 Condos is very much anticipated by both purchasers and residents of the King West area. We are looking forward to some strong retailers that are expected to occupy the commercial component of DNA3 Condos.

 

For more information on DNA3 Condos and availability, click on DNA3 Condos for more information.

DNA3 Condos Contruction Update: April 2013

It's been far too long since we have last visited the DNA3 Condos construction site. A quick visit today demonstrated how far the construction progress has come. Not only is the condo at grade, but they are starting to go above grade. From the photos below, you can see that it won't be long before DNA3 Condos graces it's presence in the King West neighborhood.

 

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DNA3 Condos Construction Update: March 2013

It's been awhile since we last checked in at the DNA3 Condos construction site. We were quite surprised to see that it has progressed quite quickly. With colour selection well underway, it is quite apparent that completing DNA3 Condos is on everyone's agenda. Keep checking in with us for more DNA3 Condos construction updates.

 

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Minto 775 Condo Construction Update

It has been awhile since we have checked in on another one of our favourite King West Condos located steps from the corner of King and Bathurst. Minto 775 Condos is well under construction as you can tell from the photos below. It won't be long before this corner will be bustling with new residents. Keep checking in with us for more construction updates!

For more information on Minto 775 Condos to buy or to sell, click on Minto 775.

Sudbury Townhomes

The Sudbury Townhomes are located in the heart of King West and truly are a gem in the City of Toronto. With condos dominating the real estate market in Toronto, these townhomes are a breath of fresh air for those buyers looking for the condo lifestyle with a home feel. Located at King Street and Sudbury Street, these townhomes not only boast small yards, but they also have their own garages. This feature alone is enough to draw young couples and families to this community.

For more information on the Sudbury Townhomes, click on Sudbury Townhomes.

DNA3 Condos Sales Representative Erica Smith Visits the Construction Site

As you know, DNA3 Condos is one of The Condo Chick's favourite sites in the trendy King West area. Today, Erica Smith who was part of the DNA3 Sales Team, decided to visit her old stomping ground. Only a year ago, the sales office was still up and running and open for business. It's hard to believe that construction is underway and has progressed so quickly. Keep checking in with us for DNA3 Condos construction updates.

 

 

 

For more information on DNA3 Condos for sale and to buy and upcoming DNA3 Condos assignments, click on DNA3 Condos.

Looking to BBQ in your King West Condo?

One of the things that people look for more closely when looking to buy a King West condo is whether their new condo will allow barbecues. With more buyers choosing the condo lifestyle in Toronto, it can sometimes be challenging to find a condo, specifically in King West that will accommodate barbecues. One specific condo development in King West that has more BBQ's then others is the DNA Condo developments.

With builders now realizing the demand for barbecuing privileges, the installation of natural gas lines on balconies and terraces in Toronto is becoming more and more common. Both DNA1 and DNA2 Condos have barbecues on the majority of their balconies with DNA3 Condos accommodating BBQ's only with certain suites that have oversized terraces. Where natural gas lines are not present, the majority of Toronto condo buildings are attempting to accommodate barbecue lovers with a rooftop terrace if they are prohibited on individual balconies such as DNA3 Condos. The building boasts a second floor roof top terrace with BBQ's and private sitting areas so residents without BBQ's on the their balconies can still entertain.

If you are interested in knowing which condos in Toronto and/or in King West allow barbecues or have a common barbecue area, please click on King West Condos.

Minto 775

Minto 775 is an incredible project that is going up just steps away from the corner of King and Bathurst. In terms of location, in the King West area, this site is hard to beat!  In terms of availability, there are still some wonderful larger suites still available. As it is hard to find condos that are over 1000s/f in this location, take advantage! Condos in Toronto are only getting smaller and smaller! For more information on this project that is under construction, click on King West Condos.

DNA 3 Condos Standard Finishes Can't be Beat!

With Toronto Condo builders getting more and more competitive with higher end standard finishes, it is no surprise that the standard condo suite finishes at Canderel Stoneridge's DNA3 Condos can compete with the best of them.

When purchasing Pre-construction Toronto condos, it is always important to clarify with your Realtor what features and finishes are standard in the unit model suite. From there, you can get a pretty good idea of how much you would need to budget for upgrades if the standard finished do not meet your approval. It is for this reason, we take our hats off to the standard finishes that will be found at DNA3 condos. They are as follows:

DNA3 Condo Kitchen- model suite

-9 foot ceilings

-Baseboards to be over 4 inches thick with 2 inch trim to match

-Ceilings to be smooth or exposed concrete

-European stainless steel appliances including a microwave

-Breakfast island

-Washer and Dryer

-Engineered wood flooring throughout except for in bathrooms and laundry room

-Ceaserstone counter tops in kitchen

-Undermount sink in kitchen

-Glass backsplash in kitchen

-Porcelain tiles on floor and walls in washrooms

-Modern vanity in washrooms

-Deep soaker tub in all suites

-Frameless glass shower in suites with two full washrooms

-Dual flush toilet

DNA3 Condo Bedroom - Model Suite

DNA3 Bathroom - Model Suite

As you can see from the extensive list, the standard finishes at DNA3 condos are hard to beat.

DNA3 Condo Living Room - Mode Suite

For more information on DNA3 Condos and other condos, visit our site all about Toronto Condos: DNA3 Condos.

Why invest at DNA3 Condos?

With an abundance of new condo projects launching in the downtown Toronto, there is no question that there is a lot more new condos for investors to choose from. The majority of these new condos that will be built in three to four years are located within the entertainment district. More specifically, east of Spadina, north of Queen, south of Front Street and west of University. It appears as though the entertainment district is slowly being turned into a condo community. With new condo towers being approved for over 40 storeys, this location of the city will soon be congested with new residents. Our question is:  "Are there too many people investing in these condos?" We feel that the answer is yes.

Even though the downtown Toronto location is centrally located, one has to question if buying in a condo with over 70% of investors is a smart choice. The problem with purchasing in these condo developments is that with such a large number of investors, one will be faced with the challenges of competing with multiple units when trying to sell, and secondly if a lot of the units are rented out, there is the risk of the condo building turning into a highly tenanted building. Unfortunately when this arises, the quality of the building has a tendency to diminish as end users naturally take more care in maintaining the unit and building it it's entirety. It is for these reasons that we have found that if investors look into purchasing in the east end of the city (west of Parliament) as well as the west end (west of Bathurst but east of Dufferin,) the potential of a greater return on their investment is stronger.

One condo project in particular that will be a great investment is DNA3 condos which will be located right at the corner of King and Shaw on the north west corner. The first two phases of DNA Condos which are DNA1 and DNA2 respectively,  which are already built on the opposite side of the street are a huge success in the King West neighbourhood. With many end users in these buildings, the resale values and rental values have been renowned to be some of the highest in the city. The key to achieving such high numbers is not only the high ratio of end users, but also the quality of the product used to build these two buildings. With the recent launch of DNA3 condos which will be the third and final phase, there is no doubt that this building will also achieve some of the highest resale values in the city. With superior finishes and amenities then it's prior two phases, DNA3 condos is set to be a landmark in the King West location. The occupancy is set for 2013 and construction is looking to start in the next couple of months. With this mind, investors still have the opportunity to purchase before construction has started as well as to buy into a building where there will be a large percentage of end users; thus setting them apart from other investors.

For more information on good locations to invest, and/or specifically DNA Condos, contact us at our site all about Toronto Condos: DNA Condos.

World of Condos Interview

The Condo Chicks are happy to share their recent TV interview regarding all about condos!
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Units Available at DNA Condos

Currently there are a few units for sale in King West's renowned DNA Condos. They are as follows:

1. Two story one bedroom unit with parking listed for under $320 000

2. A one bedroom plus den unit with a locker but no parking listed for under $335 000

3. A two bedroom loft with two washrooms with both parking and locker listed for under $420 000

For a full list of available units for sale, contact us at DNA Condos.

June Market Update

The GTA saw 10,230 sales in June, up 21% from last June making it the 3rd best June on record.  This is quite the turnaround from the first half of 2011 -  down by 4.5% compared to the first half of 2010.

Average prices for June was $476,371, up by about 9.5% from June 2010 and up by about 8% from the average selling price for the first half of the year at $467,169.

Listing supply is down this year which is why we are seeing the average price increase. Buyer demand has pushed this price up in the second quarter of the year.



* Toronto Real Estate Board, New Release, July, 2011.

DNA Condos Availabilty

Currently there are some great  units remaining at what will be one of the most superior Toronto Condos in King West, DNA3 Condos. Units range from  500s/f to over 700s/f.  These units will all have outstanding finishes.

Contact The Condo Chicks for availability.

DNA Condos For Rent

Currently there are some 1 and two bedroom units for rent at Dna Condos. For a viewing, contact
The Condo Chicks.

DNA Condos 1005 King Street West & 1 Shaw Street

In the heart of King West are the DNA Condos and Lofts (Downtown’s Next Address). 2 towers make up this complex (Phase 2 at 1005 King). Ultra modern suites feature polished concrete or hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and granite counter tops.Walk to Queen and King St W and Liberty Village shops, restaurants and 24 hour Metro. Java lovers can get their morning coffee at the Starbucks on the main level of the building.


LOCATION: 1005 King Street West & 1 Shaw St (South side of King and east of Shaw)


FEATURES: Gym, meeting rooms, security guard and system.


DEVELOPER: Canderel Stoneridge

A third tower, DNA3 is going to be built on the North side of King St. Sales at the 3rd tower was launched in the Spring of 2010.

Contact the Condo Chicks if you interested in buying or selling a unit at DNA.