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    33 University Avenue

    Empire Plaza
    5for Sale
    7for Rent

    Building Details

    Property Type:
    Condo
    Number of Storeys:
    28
    Number of Units:
    224
    Condo Completion:
    1990
    Condo Demand:
    Medium
    Unit Size Range:
    628 - 6,479 SQFT
    Unit Availability:
    Medium
    Property Management:

    Listing History for Empire Plaza

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    Amenities

    Concierge
    Bike Storage
    Indoor Parking
    Rooftop Deck
    Party Room
    Guest Suites

    Maintenance Fees

    Included
    Water
    Excluded
    Hydro
    Heat
    Air Conditioning

    About 33 University AvenueEmpire Plaza

    It may come as a surprise to many that the first condo on Toronto’s prestigious University Avenue, which connects Queens Park and Union Station, was built relatively recently — in 1990. Today a landmark in its own right, the Creson Corporation’s Empire Plaza at 33 University Avenue Avenue are attractive luxury homes, even in comparison with the more recently built developments in the area.

    Standing at 28 storeys tall, the Empire Plaza was designed by the renowned Young + Wright Architects. This firm’s inventive design, a modern circular structure, showcases an enormous expanse of windows. A grand window wall encompassing almost all of the northwest face of the tower casts a stunning impression, allowing the designers to keep the rest of 33 University elegant and understated. In doing so, Young + Wright chose for most of the building to be clad in distinguished granite.

    33 University conveniently contains well-established shops and eateries At street level, as well as a sophisticated lobby, cared for by 24-hour concierge service. And that’s just one of the many amenities offered to those living in the Empire Plaza. For those who love to work out, residents will love having access to the building’s well-equipped fitness facilities. Prospective buyers who plan to host friends and family will be won over by the posh party room, as well as its rooftop garden that boasts captivating views of the city.

    The Suites

    The Empire Plaza's circular structure isn’t just beautiful — it’s practical too. The design carves out plenty of space for long series of windows, which then grace the building’s 224 suites with an abundance of natural light. This light moves quite well through the suites, courtesy of the thoughtful layouts of each living space. The homes range in size from approximately 550 to 3,200 square feet, and vary from one and two bedroom floor plans, with and without dens. And for those interested in Toronto condos for sale with a little more prestige, the building is also home to a select number of three-bedroom penthouses.

    As smart as the suites’ floor plans are, especially considering the chic solariums throughout, these condos feature state-of-the-art design their residents cannot see: the thick windows and innovative engineering reduces sound from both their neighbours in the building, as well as the bustling city streets surrounding them. As a result, even as deep in downtown Toronto as they are, these living spaces prove to be serene escapes for 33 University’s residents.

    The Neighbourhood

    Located in the City Centre neighbourhood at the corner of Yonge and Wellington, the neighbours of the Empire Plaza Condos happen to be some of Toronto’s most stalwart skyscrapers. Since these are much sought-after spaces that major businesses wish to inhabit, most of the shopping here is instead done underground. Fortunately, this underground mall known as the PATH is an extensive network of stores and eateries that stretches from Union Station all the way north past College Street.

    Nevertheless, residents can explore other areas beyond the immediate vicinity surrounding their homes: just up the street, there’s a exciting dining and nightlife scene to be discovered in the Entertainment District. Along King Street are the Royal Alexandra and Princess of Wales Theatres — both less than a block away from University Avenue, where theatre lovers can catch live performances. And at Simcoe Street, the Roy Thomson Hall is a concert venue that also happens to be home to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Toronto Mendelssohn choir.

    Finally, for an indulgent dining experience, David Chang’s celebrated Momofuku is about a five-minute walk from the lobby doors, located inside the elegant Shangri-La Hotel on University between Richmond and Adelaide. Spanning 3-storeys, Momofuku caters to a different price point on every floor – but regardless of which level one chooses, the restaurant makes for a great date night in the neighbourhood.

    Transportation

    With the PATH running beneath their homes, residents live in a very walkable neighbourhood is very walkable — even in winter. Still, when those living at 33 University need to travel further from home, the city’s public transit serves them well. A subway line runs along University, yet deep below street level.

    As expected, this subway line is known as the Yonge-University-Spadina line. The station closest is Union Station, just a few minutes south by foot. A major transit hub in the city, Union Station provides access to streetcars that head through the Lakeshore area and around the downtown core. GO Transit, VIA Rail, and the UP Express are all housed within this station as well.

    Last but not least, the building is well located for residents who drive. University Avenue is an exceptionally wide roadway, especially for one that cuts across the downtown core. And, south of Front Street where University becomes York, there’s a convenient onramp for the Gardiner Expressway — often less than ten minutes away.

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    Demographics

    Based on the dissemination area as defined by Statistics Canada. A dissemination area contains, on average, approximately 200 – 400 households.

    Population
    46,209
    Average Individual Income
    $71,441
    Average Household Size
    3 persons
    Average Age
    44
    Average Household Income
    $121,921
    Dominant Housing Type
    Detached
    Population By Age
    0 - 14
    15%
    15 - 19
    1%
    20 - 34
    22%
    35 - 49
    19%
    50 - 64
    21%
    65+
    18%
    Household Income
    $0 - $30,000
    47%
    $30,000+
    23%
    $60,000+
    14%
    $90,000+
    8%
    $125,000+
    5%
    Housing Types & Tenancy
    Detached
    49%
    High Rise Apartment
    22%
    Semi Detached
    14%
    Low Rise Apartment
    8%
    Duplex
    5%
    Marital Status
    Commute
    Languages (Primary Language)
    English
    65%
    Other
    14%
    Mandarin
    10%
    Cantonese
    8%
    Spanish
    1%
    Tagalog
    1%
    Tamil
    1%
    Education
    University and Above
    34%
    High School
    25%
    College
    16%
    None
    16%
    Apprenticeship
    3%
    University Below Batchelor
    2%
    Major Field of Study
    Business Management
    24%
    Architecture & Engineering
    21%
    Health & Related Fields
    11%
    Social Sciences
    11%
    Math & Computer Sciences
    7%
    Humanities
    5%
    Physical Sciences
    5%
    Education
    5%
    Personal, Protective & Transportation Services
    3%
    Visual & Performing Arts
    3%
    Agriculture & Natural Resources
    1%

    Maintenance Fees

    Empire Plaza vs The City Center - Toronto Area

    Days on Strata

    Units at Empire Plaza spend an average of
    27
    Days on Strata
    based on recent sales

    List vs Selling Price

    On average, these condos sell for
    2%
    below
    the list price.

    Offer Competition

    Condos in this building have an
    AVERAGE
    chance of receiving
    Multiple Offers
    compared to other buildings in City Center - Toronto

    Turnover of Units

    On average, each unit is owned for
    10.8
    YEARS before being sold again

    Property Value

    -1%
    Decrease in property value within the past twelve months

    Price Ranking

    5th
    Highest price per SQFT out of 9 condos in the City Center - Toronto area

    Sold Units

    10
    Units were Sold over the past twelve months

    Rented Units

    12
    Units were Rented over the past twelve months

    Best Value Rank

    Empire Plaza offers the
    ?
    best value out of 9 condos in the City Center - Toronto neighbourhood

    Appreciation Rank

    Empire Plaza has the
    ?
    highest ROI out of 9 condos in the City Center - Toronto neighbourhood

    Rental Yield

    Empire Plaza yields the
    ?
    highest rent prices out of 9 condos in the City Center - Toronto neighbourhood

    High Demand

    Empire Plaza is the
    ?
    most popular building out of 9 condos in the City Center - Toronto neighbourhood

    Transaction Insights at 33 University Avenue

    1 Bed1 Bed + Den2 Bed2 Bed + Den3 Bed3 Bed + Den
    Price RangeNo Data$599,900 - $695,000$1,045,500$825,000 - $1,180,000$1,525,000No Data
    Avg. Cost Per SqftNo Data$779$782$659$675No Data
    Avg. Wait for Unit Availability513 Days79 Days296 Days144 Days856 Days1417 Days
    Ratio of Units in Building7%38%19%33%3%2%

    Unit Sales vs Inventory

    Total number of units listed and sold in City Center - Toronto