Today’s real estate sight-for-sore-eyes are three projects: VÜ by Aspen Ridge Homes, Thornhill City Centre by Liberty Developments, and Hyde Park in Leaside by Hyde Park Developments.

If you haven’t been to see Aspen Ridge Homes newest community creatively named VÜ in downtown Toronto, you definitely need to take a visit. They launched their buildings in April, approximately 540 units and as of recent are at approximately 240 sales. Even though the condo market is very active right now this is pretty amazing volume in such a short period. Pricing per foot is averaged at $377.00.

The presentation of the building becomes more about the area then just the buildings themselves. It really is a great master planned community that integrates itself with the surrounding St Lawrence Market buildings. Colour tones have deviated from the traditional pastels now deep and dark with wider appeals to the slick urban and attracted urbanite. Also, with an, "In-your-face" model and Aspens built low-rise following, the VÜ clearly is a must see, plus, their video presentation is exceptional.

Great floor plans and a superior list of standard finishes have been really well received by the market. The display model of one of the smaller units is a fine example of many of the standard finishes and really shows great living space. Go See….it’s worth it!

Liberty Developments has created a wonderful new residential community at the corner of Bathurst and Steeles called Thornhill City Centre. Fred Darvish, President of Liberty Developments, had a vision of a master planned community that offers a beautiful 5 acre park with pedestrian friendly walkways as the focal point for the neighborhood.

Thornhill City Centre is perfectly positioned to offer transportation through easy access to Highway 407 as well as shopping within a few minutes’ walk at The Promenade Centre. When completed, Thornhill City Centre will comprise 7 high-rise residential buildings as well as 96 Low-rise townhomes representing some 1200 Residences in the Thornhill City Centre Community.

Vista is the fourth and newest building currently for sale and has met tremendous acceptance from the buying public. The 231 suites offer a variety of 1, 1 bedroom + den and 2 bedroom designs as well as a select offering of magnificent penthouse designs.

Situated on one of the highest points of land in the Thornhill area, many of the suites offer panoramic views of the Toronto skyline or the Thornhill City Center Park. The presentation and sales office has a beautifully furnished 2 bedroom model suite that reflects the quality and finishing excellence that Liberty Developments prides itself on. As well, Liberty offers a higher quality, precast, construction process while remaining competitively priced.

This is truly a “must see” presentation. Thornhill City Centre is located on the northwest corner of Bathurst St. and Centre St. in Thornhill and is open daily, Monday-Thursday 12 noon- 7pm and Sat, Sun + Holidays 12noon-6pm.

Finishing our tour is Hyde Park Lofts. Most people in Toronto would think that they would never be able to afford to own a home in Leaside. Well, think again! Hyde Park Lofts and Flats are conveniently located just west of Eglinton and Leslie in the heart of Leaside. The project is right on the TTC line too. All of the big box stores such as Canadian Tire, Winners, Business Depot and Staples are just steps away. For the recreation mined, Hyde Park is close to parks including Ernest Thompson Seaton, Serena Gundy and Sunnybrook. Or visit the Science Center just down the road.

The presentation is simple and to-the-point while being very understandable and straight forward. This approach was key in the designing of their brochure package, by G. Ryan Designs. Hyde Park houses a major model suite designed by Wendy Wotton and is opened for viewing 7 days a week.

The prices start at just $267,900 and you have a choice of a one or two bedroom version of that plan. Three bedrooms, two storey lofts are also available. Standard finishes include granite counters, laminate wood floors and a wonderful appliance package. Phase one is already 50% sold out! The model suite that is displayed is very tastefully done, which appeals to all buyers. This is definitely a “must see”