Eighty One Wellesley

About Eighty One Wellesley

• Address: 81 Wellesley St E, Toronto
• Neighbourhood: Church-Yonge Corridor
• Storeys: 27
• Units: 179
• Built Year: 2023
• Builder: Aragon Properties
• Building Type: High-Rise Condo
• Suite Sizes: 439 sqft - 5757 sqft
• Average Price: $841 / sq. ft.

Overview of Eighty One Wellesley

Completed in 2023, Eighty One Wellesley is a 27-storey high-rise occupying the site of the historic Odette House. The architecture references the mid-century 1960s apartment towers found in the surrounding neighbourhood. The exterior features white precast cladding, dark mullions, and clear glazing.

The tower uses slim, offset bundled elements to create its profile. At street level, the building includes a brick-screened podium with lattice-type walls. This design integrates the modern structure into the existing Church-Wellesley Village streetscape.

The upper floors use a stepped configuration to prevent shadowing on the northern parkland. This engineering allows for downtown densification while protecting the natural light of local green spaces.

Suite Sizes & Value

Floor plans range from 439 square feet to 5,757 square feet. This selection provides options for both compact urban living and large multi-bedroom residences.

The Average Price: $841 / sq. ft. represents a competitive entry point for new-build construction in the downtown core. The pricing reflects the building's specific architectural design compared to conventional glass towers in the area.

Building Amenities & Features

• Publicly Accessible Courtyard: A large, covered courtyard integrated into the site for community use.
• Ground-Level Retail: 920 square feet of commercial space for local retail services.
• Vehicle Elevators: Mechanical elevators providing access to below-grade parking levels to maximize the building footprint.
• Shadow-Mitigation Design: Stepped upper storeys engineered to protect adjacent parkland from shadows.

Location Highlights

• Church-Wellesley Village: A historic district known for local boutiques and independent restaurants.
• Transit Access: Located in the Church-Yonge Corridor with proximity to major subway stations.
• Green Space: Situated directly south of a local park.
• Retail Hub: Located east of Church Street near the primary commercial strip.

Lifestyle Near Eighty One Wellesley

Residents live in a dense urban environment within the Church-Wellesley Village. The area is walkable and retains a strong community orientation.

The neighbourhood is characterized by its mid-century modern aesthetic and historic architecture. The building is located near transit hubs and downtown employment centres, balancing residential living with urban connectivity.

About the Developer

Aragon Properties Ltd. is a Toronto-based developer that builds residential condominiums in established urban neighbourhoods. The firm uses context-sensitive designs to integrate new developments with the existing architectural fabric. Their work at Eighty One Wellesley includes public space and engineering solutions for shadow protection.