8 Bartlett Avenue

With only six units in the entire building, calling the 8 Bartlett Avenue lofts elite would be something of an understatement. These Toronto lofts are, unsurprisingly, rarely put on the market. As if to juxtapose with the intimacy of The Bartlett Lofts' volume, however, each individual unit in this recently revamped hard loft has been designed to feel as spacious as ever.

Originally built in 1907 as the site for a rope factory, the building has been converted almost a century later by developer Bob Mitchell and his team at Mitchell Lofts. With his mantra of harnessing spatial volume and light in mind, and while preserving the integrity of the building’s original structure and design, Mitchell has transformed 8 Bartlett Avenue into highly sought-after Toronto condos for sale.

Upon The Bartlett Lofts completion in 2001, the building has become a stunning addition to the Toronto loft market. Together with towering 13-foot ceilings, large windows, and skylights, the post and beam style construction allows daylight to brilliantly illuminate each unit.

While many factory conversions are characterized by an industrial style, the lofts at 8 Bartlett boast a distinctively natural feel due to the use of hardwood floors and the sandblasting of original wooden ceiling beams and columns.

Lofts at 8 Bartlett Avenue span approximately 1,100 to 1,400 square feet, and are typically equipped with two bedrooms spread out over two storeys, providing ample space for couples, families, and their guests to enjoy.

Located amid a number of bustling neighbourhoods such as Dovercourt & Wallace Emerson-Junction, and Bloordale, these lofts are as well situated as can be — though choosing one name to explain your new quarters to friends and family has been known to minimize confusion. The surrounding area thankfully won’t be riddled with tourists on a Saturday evening, but there will always be something for locals to do. This way, residents of The Bartlett Lofts are provided with the best of both worlds: enjoying the tranquility of a residential neighbourhood, while residing just minutes away from some of the trendiest restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops in the city.

By walking in any direction, one will also find an array of markets and grocery stores, including those specializing in Mexican, Portuguese, or even locally sourced goods. Additionally, for those in need of inexpensive, basic necessities, the newly renovated Dufferin Mall is a saving grace. And while the lofts are pet friendly, Christie Pitts and Dufferin Grove Park provide occupants of The Bartlett Lofts with ample green space for their furry friends as well (plus a swimming pool, basketball courts, and pizza ovens to boot).

As one of the major arteries of the city, any rational Torontonian will say living steps from Bloor Street is invaluable. A few minutes’ walk lands one at Dufferin subway station, from which practically anywhere in the city can be accessed.

Taking the Bloor line East leads to the city centre, while the Dufferin bus also offers transportation to fashionable West Queen West or even Lake Ontario and the Exhibition Place. To top it all off, those in need of a quick getaway can ride two stops (or even walk) to the Bloor UP station, from which Pearson International Airport is a painless $5 and 17 minutes away.