Mirvish Village Condos

About Mirvish Village Condos Development

Mirvish Village Condos is a new rental only development by Westbank Corp. It’s located at 581 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario. The development will have a total of 806 residential units with an expected completion date of 2022.

The development is ideal for people of all ages, including young families, bachelors and working professionals.

The Mirvish development is located in Toronto’s Annex area. It sits on the site of the former Honest Ed’s store. The development gets its name from the original store owner, Ed Mirvish who opened the legendary Toronto store back in the 1940s.

Henriquez Partners Architects and ERA Architects are at the helm of the development. It encompasses 5 buildings ranging from 13 to 26 storeys. Once completed, Mirvish Village Condos will have stunning infrastructure and a modern and state-of-the-art finish throughout.

This development by Westbank Corp is a well-needed solution to the city’s critical housing shortage. Along with unique features and amenities, the condos will have multiple benefits for the wider Mirvish community.

Features And Amenities At Mirvish Village

Ed Mirvish was an entrepreneur, philanthropist and heavily involved in the arts. In response, Mirvish Village will honour his legacy.

The space is set to have multiple small studio spaces and work units. These units will cater to creatives, along with other small business entrepreneurs. Also included in the redevelopment proposal is an on-site park that will encourage peaceful urban living.

Families living at the edge of Downtown Toronto will reap the benefits too. There are proposals for an enhanced day-care to support families. This is in addition to the creation of an open playing area located on the west side of Markham.

Retail and markets are also set to thrive at Mirvish Village. But, more importantly, the green space in and around the community will be ample. Mirvish residents will have access to bicycle rental, co-op, valets, and much more.

The developer has a strong emphasis on energy and environmental design from the Green Building Certification Institute. Electric car charging stations are also expected on site along with green roofs.

Location And Neighbourhood

The Street from Bloor to Lennox is set to become pedestrianized. Surrounding Bloor and Lennox are 23 historical buildings that are tipped for restoration. Many of these buildings will become new restaurants.

The Annex’s staple concert venue is Lee’s Palace. It’s a place that stands out just as much for its coloured graffiti exterior as it does for the names who’ve played there. This includes artists such as Nirvana, Mumford, and Sons, and Blue Rodeo. The entertainment doesn’t stop there, as there are plenty of restaurants and cinema complexes in the Mirvish area too. Places such as Salt & Pepper Catering Co., Madison Avenue Pub, and Bloor Hot Docs Cinema.

Other beverage and dining options can be found close by. One of Toronto’s favourite coffee shops, Snakes and Lattes is just across the road from Mirvish Village Condominiums. Mistura provides a fine Italian dining experience. Other restaurants nearby Mirvish Village include Real Thailand Restaurant, Pizzaville, and Korean Village Restaurant. These are just some of the delicious dining options in this particular area of Toronto.

Education is also a priority for residents looking to move into a Mirvish condo. Mirvish Village is in close proximity to a range of excellent educational institutions. These include Toronto Catholic District School, Supr Academy, King Edward Junior and Senior Public School. Such a wide choice of schooling makes the neighbourhood ideal for families.

There’s plenty of local spaces to unwind, take a stroll or walk the dog in too. Nearby parks include Ed and Anne Mirvish Parkette, Vermont Square Park, and Village of Yorkville Park. There is ample green space in the neighbourhood, all within a short distance of Mirvish Village.

Accessibility And Highlights

Being in a popular location in Downtown Toronto, Mirvish Village Condos has excellent transportation connections. The subway is about a mile away from the Mirvish site. Even the Bloor GO Station is at a drivable distance from the condos, which provides easy access to the Greater Toronto Area.

There are also buses available regularly that ensure Mirvish Village residents can reach any part of Toronto with ease.

The location has direct access to highways such as Highway 401, Highway 404, Highway 427, Gardiner Expressway, QEW, etc.

For international travel, Toronto’s Pearson International Airport is easily accessible via Highway 427.

Healthcare And Amenities

Residents at Mirvish Village Condos will have access to some of the best medical facilities in Toronto. Health care facilities close by include Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and St. Joseph’s Health Centre.

There’s also plenty of nearby amenities too for every apartment and condo in Toronto. Supermarkets such as Village Market, Herbs & Nutrition, and Metro provide everything you need at just a stone’s through from Mirvish.

Mirvish Village: About The Developers

Westbank Corporation has been making some major strides in bringing some of the best real-estate developments to Toronto. The aim of Mirvish Village is to create a meaningful community. They have taken multiple steps to promote sustainability and artistry through their developments. Mirvish Village’s redevelopment by Westbank Corp focuses on sustainable development.

Westbank Corp has also become one of the world’s largest LEED Platinum developers. They are also the owners of Vancouver’s District Energy System. In collaboration with some of the best architects around the world, Westbank Corp has taken development to the next level.

Throughout Canada, Westbank are actively building some of the best luxury residential areas. In addition, they are also building retail and office spaces, five-star hotels, and district energy systems. They have also invested in public art and are involved in multiple public art commissions. Westbank has completed over $25 Billion worth of projects since its establishment in 1992. They are also one of the leading developers in North America.

Some of their notable projects works include Oakridge, King Toronto, First Light, The Kita, Avior, and Horseshoe Bay. Mirvish Village’s redevelopment is certainly in great hands with Westbank Corp.