1444 Dupont Street

Drawing comparisons to every artist’s apartment in every movie you’ve ever seen, these lofts are a dream come true for any buyer who’s wanted to experience open concept loft living.

Situated at 1444 Dupont St, these desirable Toronto lofts blend into their surroundings; the exterior of this 2 storey building is comprised of grey bricks, giving the property an industrial feel — a vibe which continues into the interior of these units.

With its tucked away location in the trendy neighbourhood of Dovercourt & Wallace Emerson-Junction, these lofts are surrounded by restaurants, cafes, art galleries and pubs. It should be noted, that you won’t get the same level of amenities from this building as you would from most modern condos, but you will receive a generous allotment of square footage and a private living experience.

This building is definitely geared towards young professionals and couples — particularly artists, craftsman, or professionals who work from home. That’s not to say that older buyers should ignore this property, but in order to get the most out of this location you’ll want to go out and explore the dining and nightlife options nearby, as often as possible.

Industrial style lofts have become the craze in recent years, due in large part to their expansive layouts — and the fact that people seem to like the idea of living in a warehouse. Suite sizes range from a cozy 359 square feet to a staggering 2881 for the largest unit.

Within these suites you’ll find industrial touches such as exposed ductwork, exposed rafters on the ceiling, polished concrete floors, exposed brick walls, and warehouse styled windows. In addition to these features, units have modern kitchens that are open to the living space, towering ceilings, French doors, and some units have decks.

A major plus for these lofts, are that pets are permitted, so your furry friend is welcome to come as well; there are 4 green spaces nearby, making it easy to take the pooch for a stroll.

Dovercourt & Wallace Emerson-Junction is a lively neighbourhood in west end Toronto, and unless you despise great restaurants, charming cafes, and unique pubs — it’s one to be seen.

From your home at 1444 Dupont St, you’re just steps from a quality espresso — if you struggle to keep your eyes open in the morning, you can pull a Toucan Sam and follow your nose to Hale Coffee Company, Cafe Con Leche Espresso Bar, or Caldense Bakery. And if you have time before work, you can enjoy your coffee on a bench around the corner at Symington Avenue Playground.

If you’re not much of a chef, then you have plenty of great spots nearby for an expertly prepared meal; there’s Piri Piri Grillhouse for Portuguese, Cocina de Doña Julia for tastes from Ecuador, Thai Lime for Thai food, and Love Chix for roasted chicken. These are but a small few of the many unique restaurants in the area, but discovering them all is left to you.

For a cozy drink, you have Boo Radley's — pat yourself on the back if you recognized that name from To Kill a Mockingbird — go west on Dupont and you have This Month Only Bar, Shoxs Billiard Lounge, See Scape, and more. If you crave other sources of entertainment, there are galleries like Angell Gallery and ESP | Erin Stump Projects, fitness centres, and athletic clubs.

Strutting to a 90 Walk Score — 1444 Dupont Street Lofts grants its residents with a walkable location, ideal for those who are looking for Toronto condos for sale and love to get things done on foot. For groceries, there’s a Food Basics just a few minutes east on Dupont, and anything you can’t find there can be found at Galleria Shopping Centre.

Those who rely on public transit have bus service right outside their front door, with several other routes in the neighbourhood. While there aren’t any subway stations in the immediate vicinity, route 168 will take you to Dundas West Station for subway lines, or Bloor GO for GO Transit.

Car owners should brace for impact — just kidding, but you will need to stomach some city traffic to reach a major highway; for the Gardiner Expressway, head south on Symington Avenue and then south again on Dundas for the nearest on ramp.