102 Bloor Street W

Once a bustling office, this building underwent a transformation in the late 90’s to become one of the more renowned condominiums in the city. Its concrete and glass exterior fits well into the neighbourhood, but the beauty of this complex is evident as soon as you see the marble floors and warped wood walls of the lobby. With a reputation for executive condos and breathtaking two-storey penthouses — it’s not surprising that 102 Bloor St West is so well known.

Located on the border of Yorkville and the Yonge and Bloor neighbourhood, this 16-storey building houses 120 downtown Toronto condos, and is the perfect locale for professionals looking to take advantage of all that Toronto has to offer. With a flawless Walk Score of 100, errands came be completed without driving or using public transit. In addition to its convenient location, the building contains all the amenities you would expect; a full gym, sauna, private lockers, rooftop terraces, a parking garage and 24/7 concierge.

Before we get into what you can expect to find in a standard 2 bedroom unit, let’s start at the top — the two-storey penthouses. 102 Bloor features seven penthouses, sizes vary from 2200 to 2500 sq. ft. These suites are spacious, executively designed and offer luxurious finishes; marble or hardwood floors, large private balconies, fireplaces, and of course — incredible city views. As one would anticipate, these suites are in high demand and can easily garner price tags in the 2-3 million range.

But don’t let that price scare you away — for those who are not ready for a penthouse, 102 Bloor has one and two-bedroom Toronto condos for sale. The majority of these units have private balconies, nine-foot ceilings, and high-end finishes. Units receive lots of natural light due to large windows, and those needing additional vitamin D, can get their fill on the two rooftop terraces. All condos come with parking spot, and a private locker on the same floor as their unit.

Given the location of this building, you will have the best of two neighbourhoods. On Bloor you have some of the most unique and diverse shopping options available in Canada; pricier shops like Prada and Louis Vuitton may suit your fancy, but you could also find that hidden gem at Winners & HomeSense on the same street.

Coffee drinkers rejoice — there are a slew of amazing choices for you caffeinated needs; Café Moi, Goldstruck Coffee, Nespresso Boutique Bar, Starbucks, and so many more. There are Gourmet hot food options, fine-dining, traditional fast food chains — the choice will be yours, if you can manage to pick just one.

At 102 Bloor you are in prime position to enjoy the exciting nightlife found on Yonge Street. Whether you're looking for a pub to enjoy a burger and a craft beer, a nightclub for a song and dance, a karaoke bar to embarrass your friends, or a theatre to watch a play — you’ll find it on Yonge.

102 Bloor St. West has something for nature enthusiast as well. The Village of Yorkville park sits just behind the building, and while it is by no means High Park, you can certainly find a tall tree to relax under. Should you need something larger, you’re only a short trip from the Rosedale Ravine and its scenic tree-shrouded trails.

Location, location, location — you’ve heard the old cliché before, but you won’t truly understand it until you live in a building like 102 Bloor St. West. The Bloor and Yonge terminal is one of the main interchanges for subway service in Toronto, allowing for fast travel to virtually anywhere serviced by TTC. Walkers might choose to avoid public transit, but the option is always there for a quick ride on a bus or streetcar.

Thanks to the implementation of bike lanes throughout Toronto, cyclists should have no issues navigating the city. The are cycle tracks on Bloor and painted lanes on St George Street, plus a multitude of additional lanes crossing the city.

Parking can be stressful in Toronto, but you won’t notice that thanks to your spot in the parking garage of 102 Bloor. Access to the Gardiner Expressway is just a straight shot down Yonge street and the Don Valley Parkway is accessible by travelling east on Bloor Street to Danforth Avenue.