35 Balmuto Street

Looking for an executive condo in an exciting area? Then you’ll certainly want to check out Uptown Residences in the Yorkville neighbourhood. Located at 35 Balmuto St — just steps from Bloor Street East — this 48-storey condominium has been a desirable building since its completion in 2011.

Uptown Residences is a great choice professionals who work in downtown Toronto; beyond Yorkville, residents can also enjoy the vibrant Yonge and Bloor neighbourhood, with endless options for entertainment, dining, and convenience. With a condo at this location, you have a short commute and a great community for work and play.

It can often be difficult for animal lovers to find a building with an urban location and pet-friendly policies; fortunately, pets are permitted at 35 Balmuto St — with a 20 kilogram weight restriction on dogs.

This building provides residents with an extensive offering of relaxation-focused amenities — fitness centre, steam room, party room, games room, virtual golf room, yoga studio, theatre room, boardroom, 24 hour concierge, and parking garage. And if those extras aren’t enticing enough for you, then perhaps a luxurious suite will peak your interest.

Suites at Uptown Residences are based on a variety of floor plans for 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom, + den, 2 bedroom, and 2 bedroom + den condos; this property features several layouts for 2 bedroom units, with either a den, a library, or an additional family room. Suite sizes range from roughly 500 square feet to over 2200.

If you’ve been binge watching renovation shows and hoping for a fixer upper — you won’t find it here. All Toronto condos for sale at Uptown Residences have luxurious finishes, such as hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, large windows, high ceilings, and crown mouldings. Some units feature fireplaces, and all suites have a private balcony.

There are 305 units in this building, so prospective buyers have a lot to choose from. There are cheaper buildings in the area; however, if you want luxurious finishes in a condo near Yorkville, you’ll have to pay a little extra.

From the lobby at Uptown Residences, you’re just minutes from Bloor Street and the most exclusive shopping experience in Canada. Known as the ‘Mink Mile’, Bloor is home to all the high-end brands like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & co, Brooks Brothers, Gucci, Prada, Talbots, and many more. You’ll also find more affordable options like the Gap, Roots, Indigo and more.

For dining out, there are 5-star restaurants north of Bloor like Blu Ristorante, Chabrol, and Morton's. if you’re looking for something in your own neighbourhood, there’s 7 West Café for lunch on a rooftop patio, Okonomi House Restaurant on Charles Street for Japanese, Constantine Toronto for Mediterranean, and Lola's Kitchen Latin American cuisine in a chic setting.

Fast food junkies will find all their favorite chains in the area — McDonald’s, KFC, A&W, and Popeyes Lousiana Kitchen. For mornings when you just can’t get going without a freshly brewed coffee, you can stroll to Starbucks on Charles, Aroma Espresso Bar on Bay, or Piedmont Coffee Bar on Isabella.

One of the best things about living at 35 Balmuto St is the exciting entertainment options, and this neighbourhood truly has something for everyone; concert goers can catch the latest bands at Massey Hall or the Phoenix Concert Theatre, art and culture lovers can sample galleries in Yorkville or see the latest exhibits at the ROM, and sports fans are just a short subway ride from Scotiabank Arena for the Leafs and Raptors.

And if a night on the town is what you crave, you have lively pubs nearby like the Artful Dodger Pub and Striker Sports Bar. For nightclubs, you can jump on a streetcar and go west on College for Nest, or head to The Village for Fly 2.0 and a host of bars in the area. Whether you’re looking for a quiet atmosphere or a raucous setting, there’s something to suit your tastes.

35 Balmuto St has a Walk Score of 100 — residents of this community can enjoy a stroll through their neighbourhood as they run errands on foot. For grocery pickups, you have Bloor Street Market, Rabba Fine Foods, and H Mart — all just minutes away.

Those who rely on public transit to commute will find it easy to get around the city; there are buses on Bloor, Bay, and Yonge Street, and Bloor-Yonge Station is only a short walk for subway service.

Drivers can reach the Don Valley Parkway by going east on Bloor for the Danforth on-ramp. And if you need the Gardiner Expressway, head south on Bay to Lakeshore Boulevard.