168 Simcoe Street
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About 168 Simcoe Street — Qwest
At 168 Simcoe St, Qwest enjoys one of the best locations in downtown Toronto because it’s only seconds away from Osgoode station, as well as being in the coveted Queen West neighbourhood. This area is perfect if you’re looking to experience the big city lifestyle that includes living close to schools, employment, nightlife, and more.
This building’s exterior is clad with concrete, brick, and glass, which helps it blend in well with its surrounding neighbourhood. It’s typical of post 2000’s condos with its design and its open concept layouts.
The Suites
Qwest stands at 13 storeys, and its exterior is clad in concrete, brick, and glass. There are a variety of different floor plans here, with their square footage ranging from 552 to 1,888 square feet. They start at one-bedroom units, and extend to two-bedroom plus den suites. Many of the larger suites are equipped with two bathrooms, making these Queen West condos for sale a perfect fit for either small families or those who want to live with a roommate.
The condos at 168 Simcoe St are equipped with some great amenities that make life a whole lot more convenient. You’ll never have to worry about a gym membership due to the comprehensive exercise room on the premises. There’s also a sauna that you can use to relax after your workout.
One of the best features in this building is the communal terrace on its rooftop. This is where you’ll be coming to unwind after work during the warmer months of the year.
The Neighbourhood
168 Simcoe St is in the Queen West neighbourhood, which is one of the richest and most sought after regions in town. It’s filled with public amenities that attract visitors from all across the GTA, and it’s also close to the Entertainment District where you can always go to catch a Jays game.
Queen West is widely regarded as the coolest street in the city. This corridor is packed with trendy restaurants that are always vying to be the new hot spot in town. It also has an amazing array of clothing stores. Whether you’re looking for high-end fashion boutiques or low key vintage stores, Queen West is where you’ll want to go.
Qwest could also be a great fit for the young professional due to its proximity to the Financial District, which is Canada’s major economic driver. All of the country’s major banks have an office in the Financial District, and it’s also the location of the Toronto Stock Exchange. If you’re a finance professional, work could only be a few minutes away.
Transportation
If you choose Qwest as your next home, you’ll have Osgoode Station right at your back door. Osgoode is part of Line 1 Yonge-University, which loops around the Financial District, and stretches up to North York. You can also transfer at St. George Station, which is only a few stops away.
If you’re looking to use public transit to travel in the downtown core, your best bet is the 501 Queen streetcar, which travels down all of Queen Street. It’s capable of taking you to the western reaches of downtown, as well as across the bridge to Queen East and the vibrant Leslieville neighbourhood.
Drivers living at 168 Simcoe St will also enjoy the convenience of the nearby Gardiner Expressway. You just have to go a few blocks southward on Simcoe to get onto the Gardiner, and from there you can connect to other major highways like the Queen Elizabeth Way and the Don Valley Parkway.
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Transaction Insights at 168 Simcoe Street
1 Bed | 1 Bed + Den | 2 Bed | 2 Bed + Den | |
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Price Range | $530,804 | $598,888 | No Data | No Data |
Avg. Cost Per Sqft | $844 | $816 | No Data | No Data |
Price Range | $2,400 - $2,600 | $2,600 - $3,000 | $4,000 - $4,100 | No Data |
Avg. Wait for Unit Availability | 136 Days | 213 Days | 243 Days | No Data |
Avg. Wait for Unit Availability | 55 Days | 146 Days | 76 Days | 580 Days |
Ratio of Units in Building | 46% | 24% | 27% | 4% |
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