Overview: 88 Charles St E Unit 204. Bachelors suite in historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Ideal secondary residence with great amenities, low fees & exciting Bloor and Church location.
Building Name: Waldorf Astoria
Address: 88 Charles St E #204 Toronto, ON M4Y 2W7
Neighbourhood: Bloor and Church
Property Manager: Royal Grande Property Management
Year Built: 1990
# of Storeys: 8
# of Units: 131
Parking: N/A
Locker: yes
Size: 454 sq. ft.
Rooms: Bachelors + 1 Bath
Price: $499,900
Agent: Wins Lai, Living Realty Inc., Brokerage
The Waldorf Astoria – Building Details
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Once a fashionable entry point to bohemian Yorkville, The Waldorf Astoria started off as a hotel in the 1950s but was later converted into a residential building.
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Synonymous with glamour and prestige, the Waldorf Astoria offers sublime suites and an array of excellent amenities.
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The Waldorf is minutes away from the swanky shops and restaurants of Yorkville, the lush greenery of Rosedale, and the electric nightlife of Church and Wellesley.
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – The Space
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The 454 sq. ft. suite is the perfect pied-a-terre (i.e. a temporary or secondary residence) for business people, students and travellers.
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Unit 204 also has the luxury you come to expect from the Waldorf Astoria name.
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There’s also a variety of lovely light fixtures.
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Unit 204 also has an abundance of natural light.
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Some of Unit 204’s best lighting can be seen in the kitchen.
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – The Kitchen
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On one hand, the kitchen is very practical and efficient.
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On the other hand, it’s incredibly luxurious.
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But the kitchen is at its best when it combines form and function.
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The kitchen also has a granite breakfast bar with tons of counter space.
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Unit 204 comes with the following brand-name appliances:
- Stainless-steel LG fridge and microwave
- Frigidaire stove and Bosch dishwasher
- Stacked GE washer and dryer
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – Bath
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The 4-piece bath features a glass sink bowl and countertop, a built-in vanity, extra-long mirror, and modern lighting.
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However, the bathroom’s main attraction is the soaker tub—perfect for relaxing after a hard day’s work, study or travel.
Floor Plans & Measurements
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Waldorf Astoria – Amenities
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Waldorf residents enjoy the following amenities:
- Gym
- Sauna
- Security system
- Common laundry room
- Rooftop deck and garden with BBQ
- Underground parking and bike storage
About Bloor and Church
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A lot has changed since then, including Yorkville’s reputation.
Previously the hangout of hippies, artists and musicians, it’s now Toronto’s most exclusive shopping district.
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The area surrounding Bloor and Church is also home to countless restaurants.
Those within walking distance include Sambucas (Italian), Maison Selby (French), Como En Casa (Mexican), The Diner’s Corner (Jamaican) and Ginger (Vietnamese).
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Residents won’t have to walk far for coffee and a croissant.
The following cafes are all less than 5-minutes away: Rooster Coffee House, Church Street Espresso, Piedmont Coffee Bar and Presse Cafe.
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The Bloor and Church neighbourhood also has a thriving bar scene.
Those nearest the Waldorf are The Bishop and Belcher (2-minutes) Firkin on Bloor (5-minutes), The Artful Dodger (6-minutes), and Church St. Garage Bar (8-minutes).
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Looking for the best in arts, culture and entertainment?
The Waldorf is 6-minutes from the CAA Theatre, 10-minutes from the TD Gallery, and 10-minutes from The Concert Hall.
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Other Location Highlights
- Minutes from Yorkville, Rosedale Valley & Church and Wellesley
- Abundant green-spaces, including Asquith Green, George Hislop & Barbara Hall Park
- Short walk to the University of Toronto, Humber College & triOS college
- Nearby grocery stores include Rabba, Longo’s, H Mart, No Frills & FreshCo
- 98 Bike, 97 Walk & 90 Transit Score + steps away from Bloor-Yonge subway station
The WOW Factor
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The 454 sq. ft. suite has everything you could want in a second home: an open-concept living and sleeping area with a Murphy bed, a full-sized eat-in kitchen, and a 4-piece bath with a soaker tub.
It also lives up to its Waldorf Astoria name with lavish amenities and a location steps away from shops, restaurants, universities and transit (making it ideal for education, travel or business).
Finally, the condo is very budget-friendly, with an asking price of $529,000 and low maintenance fees with all utilities included!
Want to know more about 88 Charles St E Unit 204? Take the Virtual Tour or contact me below for details.
Wins Lai
Real Estate Broker
Living Realty Inc., Brokerage
m: 416.903.7032 p: 416.975.9889
f: 416.975.0220
a: 7 Hayden Street Toronto, M4Y 2P2
w: www.winslai.com e: [email protected]
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