The Downtown Condo Thread

[A790]

Nice buy Sam!

[gwill]

Cdog: If a realtor represented a buyer on a developer unit it would be put into MLS or if the person working the project was a realtor they would submit that data.

As for whoever asked about flipping a unit... it all depends on the paperwork if someone can flip it before possessions or how soon after they take possession. Some developers are flexible and will let you transfer your contract to someone else while others are very strict. I've seen some contracts that require a seller contact the developer for approval first so their prices don't get under cut.

I had a conversation with one of the marketing companies that tracks sales and they mentioned that condo projects are ghost towns. The atlas group always has interesting info being sent out on the market itself if you are closely following things.

Congrats on your purchase Sam.

[chkolny541]

Originally posted by Cdog


I thought if you buy new directly from developer. Realtor can not find the sale prices.

agreed, my realtor cant access that. Odd, must have found a sneaky way around it somehow?

[chkolny541]

anyone buying from First in east village have any updated info with possession date?

[Mys73ri0]

http://www.realtor.ca/Residential/Si...2P0W3-Downtown

http://www.realtor.ca/Residential/Si...2P0X2-Downtown

$60k difference for a 3 floor difference? Am I missing something or is tower II really that much better than tower I in terms of furnishings? Both look similar in layout and finishings from what I can tell

[max_boost]

Let me take this one since I have looked at majority of those units.

712 is the Terrace level (communal access however no one really uses it), open concept and you will have a larger balcony approx. 300sq.ft. For this unit, your second bedroom is technically a den since it doesn't have windows. It was listed at 559 previously and 539 is an OK price.

1015 is a corner unit and has nice views of Center street bridge. Both bedrooms have floor to ceiling windows. It feels smaller because of the corners. Don't trust those myspace angles. Keep in mind tower 4 is going up to impede it so forget the view. Len T Wong PFY take it or leave it. No price reductions.

Both units have been for sale forever.

If you can get 712 for under 500 that would be a good buy. Forget about unit 1015, not remotely worth it.

[Sugarphreak]

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[colt22]

Originally posted by adsfsfdsf


Does anyone know Waterfront Outlooks & The Parks move-ins? I think they're right around that late summer/early fall timeframe. Seems like that would be the best time to buy this year with 500+ extra condos and the summer real estate season dieing down. Although next spring might be even better when Guardian & Evolution amongst a few smaller projects are completed....All contingent on oil of course.

I bought in the park; I move in next month. Originally promised for December 2014, it has been delayed twice to reach this point.

I am on the terrace level though, should be an awesome spot and worth the wait; I think they have about 9 units left.

[Cdog]

Next Month? I live in that area. The building does not look it is ready for moving in next month. More like Sept-Oct.

[Neil4Speed]

Alright, and the first overpriced EV condo pops up.

http://www.realtor.ca/Residential/Si...n-East-Village

1000sq/ft - $659k.

On the 16th floor in the Fuse Tower - Evolution Brand new two Bedroom two Washroom plus Den with a River and Saddledome view in Downtown. Granite countertops with stainless steel appliance in the kitchen. Modern Bathrooms, modern wood finishing all over .Condo fee includes air condition and Jim as well.


I had to laugh at the quality of this ad, like hilarious. What kind of Camera did he use for these pictures?

[max_boost]

Condo fee includes air condition and Jim as well.

And you want to be taken seriously as a "professional".

Lots of over priced condos everywhere. I also noticed rents have gone down in my building as well. Could be a sign? Not sure. I was contemplating picking up another 1/1 for 400k but the math simply doesn't work out for me.

[Neil4Speed]

Originally posted by max_boost




And you want to be taken seriously as a "professional".

Lots of over priced condos everywhere.

I guess if it includes a human being named Jim, not too bad of a deal.

[beyond_ban]

Originally posted by Neil4Speed


I guess if it includes a human being named Jim, not too bad of a deal.

I wonder if he cooks and cleans

[djmr2]

Originally posted by Neil4Speed
Alright, and the first overpriced EV condo pops up.

http://www.realtor.ca/Residential/Si...n-East-Village

1000sq/ft - $659k.

On the 16th floor in the Fuse Tower - Evolution Brand new two Bedroom two Washroom plus Den with a River and Saddledome view in Downtown. Granite countertops with stainless steel appliance in the kitchen. Modern Bathrooms, modern wood finishing all over .Condo fee includes air condition and Jim as well.


I had to laugh at the quality of this ad, like hilarious. What kind of Camera did he use for these pictures?

it's actually $659 sq/ft but yes its kinda overpriced for the times. But you still get Jim at this price.

[chkolny541]

Originally posted by Neil4Speed
Alright, and the first overpriced EV condo pops up.

http://www.realtor.ca/Residential/Si...n-East-Village

1000sq/ft - $659k.

On the 16th floor in the Fuse Tower - Evolution Brand new two Bedroom two Washroom plus Den with a River and Saddledome view in Downtown. Granite countertops with stainless steel appliance in the kitchen. Modern Bathrooms, modern wood finishing all over .Condo fee includes air condition and Jim as well.


I had to laugh at the quality of this ad, like hilarious. What kind of Camera did he use for these pictures?

I saw this ad this morning. He seems to be pretty out to lunch on the price though I am unsure what it was originally purchased at. I looked at 1 beds in evolution but not 2 beds


Those balconies are pretty wicked though, but you can forget about that saddledome view, that'll be gone with the new towers going in there.

[whiskas]

That kitchen is really tiny for 1000sqft. Although if you buy that for $700K it should be big enough to cook KD for the next few years.

[Neil4Speed]

Does anyone know the scoop on Castello? Still my favorite condo in Calgary, but apparently some structural problems.

[msommers]

Originally posted by whiskas
That kitchen is really tiny for 1000sqft. Although if you buy that for $700K it should be big enough to cook KD for the next few years.

Agreed, that kitchen is awful! That style has never grown on me, poorly designed if you actually cook.

[max_boost]

It seems high but that's the going rate for Waterfront give or take. Can't comment on the desirability, fit/finish on the EV condos.

[Manhattan]

Originally posted by Neil4Speed
Does anyone know the scoop on Castello? Still my favorite condo in Calgary, but apparently some structural problems.

What kinda structural problems? A construction friend told me it had something to do with the balconies. Seems overpriced either way.