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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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280 Simcoe St Unit 308A – 1 Bed, 2 Baths + Den – For Sale

Posted on by Heenay Patel

Overview: 280 Simcoe St Unit 308A is a massive 1-bedroom, 2-bath condo with a den, galley kitchen, separate living and dining areas, high-end amenities, parking and a Kensington-Chinatown location.

Building Name: One Park Lane I

Address: 280 Simcoe St #308a 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: 1,083 sq. ft.

Rooms: 1 bed, 2 baths + den

Price: $748,000

Agent: Wins Lai, Living Realty Inc., Brokerage

One Park Lane – Building Details

The condo lies on a serene and scenic street in the bustling downtown core.

280 Simcoe is one of three buildings in the One Park Lane condo community.

Rising 16 storeys, the condo features a geometric facade and wide glass windows to better illuminate its 130 units.

Black metal and glass awning.
A stylish glass and metal canopy with a peaked roof welcomes visitors and residents.

The canopy is flanked by trees and planters on either side, bringing a touch of greenery to the dense concrete jungle of Toronto.

Inside, residents will find upscale suites and amenities, while just outside lies Kensington-Chinatown, a neighbourhood famous for its food, fashion, arts, culture, education and entertainment.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A – The Space

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A front entrance with dark wood double doors.
308A has a dark double-door front entrance with a gorgeous light fixture.

The house-sized suite spans 1,075 sq. ft. and consists of 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, a den, a walk-through kitchen, separate living and dining areas, and tons of storage.

Narrow condo closet with bicycle and miscellaneous items.
For example, there’s this 3.3 by 12.0 storage space right next to the front door.

Though narrow, it can easily accommodate bulky items such as a bicycle and shelves.

Condo foyer with large double-door closet.
There’s also this double-door storage closet directly across the main entrance.

Despite looking like a magical portal with nothing behind it, it’s actually a roomy storage space.

Large condo living room with gray furniture – 280 Simcoe St Unit 308A.
Once we get past the foyer, we’re greeted by an enormous living room.

The 15.2 by 11.8 sq. ft. living room is flush with natural light and decked out in parquet floors.

Condo living room with parquet flooring and carpet.
Parquet adds a classic flourish—apt for a condo built in the 80s.

280 Simcoe’s age works in its favour, because unlike today’s miniature condos, those constructed in the 80s were on a much grander scale.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A large glass solarium doors.
Take the solarium’s broad glass doors, which maximize sunlight and scenery.

And while open-concept living and dining areas are all the rage today, back then rooms were separated by function.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A separate dining room with round table and chairs.
Unit 308A’s dining room is isolated from the rest of the condo.

Not only does a separate dining room free up space for the living room (creating less clutter), it also makes it easier to enjoy a meal as a family without the distractions of TV.

Condo dining room lit by silver chandelier.
Unit 308A’s silver chandelier casts an almost aquatic glow on the walls and ceiling.

Much like its divided living and dining rooms, the condo has its own separate kitchen.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A – Kitchen

Long galley kitchen of 280 Simcoe St 308A.
Unit 308A has a galley or walk-through kitchen.

Thanks to its long and narrow design, the 16.5 by 8.2 sq. ft. kitchen is teeming with storage cabinets, cupboards and drawers, and has a profusion of counter space.

Condo kitchen with vinyl floors and fluorescent lights.
It also sports sleek vinyl floors and energy-efficient fluorescent lights.

As the image above shows, the dining room is at one end of the kitchen.

280 Simcoe St 308A breakfast nook with large window.
At the other end is this breakfast nook with a view.

Besides being conveniently located next to the kitchen, its large windows provide a much-needed jolt of morning sunshine along with picturesque views of nature.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A comes with the following appliances:

  • Full-sized fridge and stainless steel stove
  • Dishwasher, microwave and range hood
  • Stacked washer and dryer

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A – Primary Bedroom & Bath

Large primary bedroom with laminate floors and bed – 280 Simcoe St 308A.
Unit 308A has a house-sized primary bedroom.

Occupants enjoy an enormous 16.0 by 11.9 sq. ft. of space, warm-toned laminate floors, a large multi-paned window, and two storage closets.

Condo bedroom with 2 closets.
Dual closets ensure the bedroom stays clutter-free.

And thanks to a glass-enclosed solarium, the bedroom is steeped in sunlight year-round.

280 Simcoe St 308A solarium.
The solarium can serve as a convenient passage between the bedroom and kitchen.

The primary bedroom also contains a lovely ensuite bath.

4-piece ensuite bath with a floating vanity and large mirror – 280 Simcoe St 308A.
This 4-piece bath has a floating vanity with a wide mirror.

It also sports fluorescent lights, a bathtub and tiled floors.

280 Simcoe St Unit 308A – Den & 2nd Bathroom

280 Simcoe St 308A solarium with large windows showing view of trees and buildings.
Residents can choose to use this room as a solarium—or convert it into a bedroom.

Points in favour of a bedroom include an ample 6.5 by 11.9 sq. ft. of living space and the fact that it’s a separate room.

Condo solarium with parquet floors and black chandelier.
It also boasts parquet floors and an ornate chandelier.

A 2nd bedroom makes Unit 308A perfect for families who want a bigger home but can’t afford a detached house, or prefer condos.

Brightly lit condo sunroom – 280 Simcoe St 308A.
Points in favour of a solarium include tons of natural light and panoramic views.

Every family-friendly condo has at least 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, and Unit 308A is no different.

3-piece condo bath with dark gray walls - 280 Simcoe St 308A.
This contemporary 3-piece bath shows off a dark colour scheme.

The 2nd bathroom flaunts a built-in vanity, tall mirror, wall-mounted shelf, tiled floors, and a walk-in shower with frosted glass doors.

Floor Plans & Measurements

Floor plans for 280 Simcoe St 308A.
Floor Plans
Room measurements for 280 Simcoe St 308A.
Measurements

One Park Lane – Amenities

One Park Lane indoor swimming pool amenity.
This large indoor swimming pool is more of a luxury than an amenity.

One Park Lane amenities include:

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

About Kensington-Chinatown

View of Village By The Grange food court and OCAD University from rooftop deck of 280 Simcoe St.
Residents are steps from the Village By The Grange food court.

According to blogTO:

The Village by the Grange food court is a busy place during lunch time, full of OCAD students, office workers and anyone else who stumbles upon it.

The huge food court is home to eateries from around the world, including Greek, Italian, Russian, Thai, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Filipino, Indian, Sri Lankan, Middle Eastern and Vegan.

Image of McDonald's food, including fries, burger and pizza.
It also has fast-food favourites like McDonalds (Polina Tankilevitch).

The Grange’s array of multicultural cuisine typifies the rich culture and diversity of Toronto’s Kensington-Chinatown neighbourhood.

Urban Adventures informs:

Ask any local and they’ll tell you – one of the best things to do in Toronto is to explore two of the city’s most colourful and multicultural neighbourhoods – Chinatown and Kensington Market. …there really is nowhere else like this in Toronto.

For example, the neighbourhood is home to the Art Gallery of Ontario, OCAD (Canada’s biggest arts college) and buildings covered in eye-catching murals.

Colourful mural on wall of red-brick building in Toronto's Kensington-Chinatown neighbourhood.
The neighbourhood is so unique it was designated a National Historic Site in 2006 (Armin Rodler).

Besides being big on history and culture, Kensington-Chinatown contains some amazing retail.

HoodQ reveals:

Most of the neighbourhood’s eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions are located along Augusta Ave. and neighbouring Nassau St., Baldwin St., and Kensington Ave.

Chinatown is home to a high concentration of Chinese-owned businesses, while Kensington Market is full of eclectic shops, from vintage clothing boutiques to music stores.

Across the street shot of Dragon City Mall in Toronto's Kensington-Chinatown neighbourhood.
Neighbourhood malls include Kim San, Dragon City Mall and Chinatown Centre (wyliepoon).

Other Location Highlights

  • Steps from Krispy Creme, Tim Horton’s & Starbucks
  • Minutes from Massey Hall & Four Seasons Centre for Performing Arts
  • Home to Hospital Row and Toronto’s best healthcare facilities
  • 5-minute walk to OCAD University & 13 minutes to UofT and TMU
  • Beautiful green-spaces, including McCaul-Orde, Larry Sefton and Grange Park
  • 100 Walk, 100 Transit & 98 Bike Score + 2-minutes from St. Patrick subway station

The WOW Factor

For sale flyer for 280 Simcoe St Unit 308A.
280 Simcoe St Unit 308A is a classic condo in a modern city.

The house-size suite offers 1,075 sq. ft. of living space, including a huge bedroom, 2 bathrooms, separate living and dining areas, and a galley kitchen with a breakfast nook.

It also has a den that can serve as a solarium or 2nd bedroom—making Unit 308A perfect for families.

Residents enjoy low maintenance fees (with Bell internet and cable included), underground parking, and upscale amenities.

Finally, One Park Lane’s Kensington-Chinatown location is unlike any other in Toronto, a meeting place of history, culture, arts, entertainment, healthcare, education, cuisine and retail.

Want to know more about 280 Simcoe St Unit 308A? Take the Virtual Tour or contact me below for details.

 

Wins Lai
Real Estate Broker
Living Realty Inc., Brokerage

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