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Recently Sold: 280 Simcoe Street – PH-09 –  2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms  with Parking – Sold for $1,298,000

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Penthouse with newly renovated living and dining room.

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 – 2 Bed + 2 Bath Penthouse – Sold

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Overview: 280 Simcoe St Ph-09 is a fully renovated penthouse with 2 beds, 2 baths, a galley kitchen and high-end finishes. Enjoy A+ amenities, parking and a Kensington-Chinatown location.

Building Name: One Park Lane

Address: 280 Simcoe St Ph-09 Toronto, ON M5T 2Y5

Neighbourhood: Kensington-Chinatown

Developer: Camrost-Felcorp

Architect: Thomas P. Kalman

Property Manager: Icon Property Management

Year Built: 1981

Storeys: 16

Units: 130

Parking: Underground (1 space)

Locker: N/A

Size: 1,526 sq. ft.

Rooms: 2 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms

Sold: $1,290,000

Agent: Wins Lai, Living Realty Inc., Brokerage

One Park Lane – Building Details

Across the street photo of One Park Lane condo on quiet, tree-lined street.
Despite its downtown location, One Park Lane is situated on a quiet, tree-lined street.

The Star describes 280 Simcoe thus:

Though largely geometric, the facades are enlivened by bay windows that run vertically from top to bottom.

3 condos and glass lobby with awning.
The condo is part of a 3 tower community united by a glass lobby.

One Park Lane was built in a time when Toronto had room to spare, and with suites the size of houses, it offers the downtown lifestyle without sacrificing space.

Speaking of downtown living, the condo’s Kensington-Chinatown location is minutes away from the best malls, restaurants, museums, hospitals, universities and more!

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 – The Space

Condo penthouse with modern design and furniture – 280 Simcoe St Ph-09.
Ph-09 is sleek, modern and stunning.

And at 1,526 sq. ft., it’s also bigger than the average detached house in Ontario.

Penthouse with newly renovated living and dining room.
The penthouse has been fully renovated for a more contemporary look.

Ph-09 consists of 2 massive bedrooms, 2 beautiful bathrooms, an enormous living and dining area, and a gorgeous galley kitchen with a breakfast nook.

View of floor-to-ceiling penthouse windows from dining room.
Everything about PH-09 is big, including floor-to-ceiling windows.

Besides immersing the suite in sunlight, the large windows provide expanded views of the city.

Leather chairs, plants and table in front of large living room windows.
Read, relax, bask in the sunshine or take in the city from the living room windows.

When things get dark, simply flick on the pot-lights.

Smooth penthouse living room ceiling with pot-lights.
Recessed lighting lends a smoother look while serving a practical function.

In addition to being big on size, Ph-09 is big on style.

Dark, wide-plank hardwood floors of 280 Simcoe St Ph-09 living room.
For example, the penthouse is decked out in dark, wide-plank hardwood floors.

But the jewel in the condo’s crown is the concrete feature wall.

Penthouse living room with concrete feature wall and fireplace.
Composed of solid concrete, the feature wall flaunts a working fireplace.

Not only does it look great, it’s also very functional, with a projector screen above and side-mounted cabinets.

Penthouse living room with fireplace, TV, furniture and plants.
The fireplace exudes warmth and a romantic ambience.

Ph-09’s dining room also knows how to catch the eye.

Pendant lights with silver spheres – 280 Simcoe St Ph-09 dining room.
This pendant light with silver spheres both dazzles and illuminates.

The wall next to the dining room can also be used for decor, such as paintings, photographs or abstract art.

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 – Kitchen

Long and narrow galley kitchen of 280 Simcoe St Ph-09 penthouse.
Galley kitchens are known for being long and narrow.

At an astonishing 8.0 by 17.9 sq. ft., Ph-09’s kitchen seems to go on forever.

Condo galley kitchen with a lot of storage cabinets and cupboards.
A sea of cabinets and cupboards means storage is never an issue.

According to The Spruce:

Also, galley kitchens are ergonomically better than some other kitchen design layouts since key services are clustered near each other.

Galley kitchen with washer and dryer.
For example, Ph-09’s galley kitchen doubles as a laundry room.

Besides efficiency, the kitchen is also incredibly beautiful.

Beautiful condo kitchen with white granite counters, glossy cabinets and pot-lights.
It sports granite counters, glossy cabinets, an elegant back-splash and pot-lights.

In addition to being a galley kitchen, it’s also an eat-in kitchen thanks to a built-in breakfast bar.

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 galley kitchen with breakfast bar.
The breakfast bar can be used for casual meals, and the dining room for formal ones.

Ph-09 comes with the following appliances:

  • Subzero fridge and stainless-steel oven
  • Bosch cooktop and LG microwave
  • Dishwasher and range hood
  • Washer and dryer

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 – Primary Bedroom & Bath

Large primary bedroom with hardwood floors – 280 Simcoe St Ph-09.
The primary bedroom is so big that it almost looks empty.

Clocking in at 13.2 by 14.0 sq. ft., the massive bedroom is outfitted with dusky hardwood floors, wide windows, a mirror-door closet, custom-built storage, and a 4-piece ensuite bath.

4-piece ensuite bath with granite counters, vanity, soaker tub and rain shower.
The primary ensuite is a stunning mix of colours, materials and finishes.

The 4-piece bath boasts granite counters, a built-in vanity, custom storage with wood finishes, glistening gray tiles, recessed lighting, and a soaker tub with a rain shower.

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 – 2nd Bedroom & Bath

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 second bedroom lit by large windows.
Floor-to-ceiling windows furnish views and abundant sunlight.

Like the primary suite, the second bedroom contains hardwood floors, custom-built storage and a mirror-door closet.

Large condo bedroom with bed, furniture and hardwood floors.
At 10.2 by 18.7 sq. ft., it has enough space for a work desk, home gym, and various furniture.

It also possesses an ensuite bath—a rarity for condos with second bedrooms.

Condo bathroom with granite counters, wooden drawers, raised sink bowl and walk in shower.
This exquisite ensuite is the perfect combination of form and function.

Arrayed in granite, glass and wood, it features a built-in vanity, raised sink bowl, custom-made storage, and a walk-in rain shower.

Floor Plans & Measurements

Floor plans for 280 Simcoe St Ph-09.
Floor Plans
Room measurements for 280 Simcoe St Ph-09.
Measurements

One Park Lane – Amenities

One Park Lane condo rooftop deck with view of CN Tower and Toronto skyline.
Enjoy postcard views of the CN Tower from the rooftop deck.

One Park Lane residents have access to the following perks:

  • 24-hr concierge and security
  • Indoor pool and sauna
  • Fitness centre and squash court
  • Landscaped entrance with fish pond
  • Party room, rec room and conference room
  • Rooftop deck with CN Tower views and BBQ equipment
  • Guest suites, visitor parking and bike storage

About Kensington-Chinatown

Village By The Grange food court and OCAD University seen from One Park Lane roof.
280 Simcoe is across the street from Village By the Grange and OCAD University.

One Park Lane lies at the cross-section of two great neighbourhoods: Kensington Market and Chinatown—dubbed Kensington-Chinatown.

Wikivoyage describes Kensington Market thus:

Everything from fresh food markets to restaurants and bars, vintage clothing boutiques, spice markets, and music shops are all contained in two small north-south streets and a handful of cross-streets.

Heaps of neatly arranged spices in store.
How many Toronto neighbourhoods have spice markets? (Roman Odintsov).

Kensington is also famous for its abundance of music shops and vintage clothing stores.

Local Food Tours gushes:

Kensington Market is Toronto’s veritable hub for all things vintage. From shoes at stores like Cinderella Vintage, to accessories, to of course, clothes…

People shopping for clothes in crowded store.
Shoppers can find great deals on clothing and accessories (Isaiah Samuel Revadilla).

The other half of Kensington-Chinatown is one of the city’s most historic and culturally significant areas.

Speaking of Chinatown, Destination Toronto declares:

You’ll find bustling produce markets that spill out onto the street, numerous shops and food stalls, neon signs and a plethora of cuisines…

Table loaded with Chinese food in plates and bowls, including rice, vegetables and curry.
Enjoy delicious dishes from all over Asia (Quang Nguyen Vinh).

While Chinatown has its share of small stores and boutiques, it also contains two large shopping centres.

For instance, Dragon City Mall features:

[A] 13,000 sq ft restaurant serving fine Chinese cuisine, popular karaoke lounge, fashion boutiques, jewellery stores, optical shop, Chinese herbs, wireless service, pet shop, retail and a over 15,000 sq ft health centre.

Across the street shot of Chinatown Centre exterior.
The nearby Chinatown Centre contains a variety of specialty stores (Ioreth_ni_Balor).

Other Location Highlights

  • 10-minutes from the Eaton Centre, Atrium and amazona malls
  • Quick walk to the AGO, Ed Mirvish Theatre & Cineplex Cinemas
  • Gorgeous green-spaces, including Grange Park and Larry Sefton Park
  • Steps from Toronto General, Mt. Sinai and Sick Kids hospitals
  • Within walking distance of 3 universities (UofT, TMU and OCAD)
  • 100 Transit, 99 Walk & 98 Bike Score + steps away from St. Patrick subway station

The WOW Factor

280 Simcoe St Ph-09 living room.
Ph-09 is a condo the size of a detached house.

That’s what makes it so perfect for families looking for a downtown lifestyle with a sense of suburban scale.

The fully-renovated condo boasts 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths, a galley kitchen with a breakfast nook, and open-concept living and dining areas with a feature wall and fireplace.

Despite low all-inclusive maintenance fees, One Park Lane is loaded with luxury amenities.

A Kensington-Chinatown location also puts everything within walking distance, from vintage retail and delicious Asian cuisine to parks, hospitals, universities, art galleries and transit.

Want to know more about 280 Simcoe St Ph-09? Take the Virtual Tour or contact me below for details.

 

Wins Lai
Real Estate Broker
Living Realty Inc., Brokerage

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