Overview: 88 Charles St E Unit 204. Bachelors suite in historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Ideal secondary residence with great amenities, low fees & exciting Bloor and Church location.
Building Name: Waldorf Astoria
Address: 88 Charles St E #204 Toronto, ON M4Y 2W7
Neighbourhood: Bloor and Church
Property Manager: Royal Grande Property Management
Year Built: 1990
# of Storeys: 8
# of Units: 131
Parking: N/A
Locker: yes
Size: 454 sq. ft.
Rooms: Bachelors + 1 Bath
Price: $499,900
Agent: Wins Lai, Living Realty Inc., Brokerage
The Waldorf Astoria – Building Details
The Waldorf Astoria is a classic boutique condo in the heart of modern Toronto.
Once a fashionable entry point to bohemian Yorkville, The Waldorf Astoria started off as a hotel in the 1950s but was later converted into a residential building.
The 8-storey condo has a cream-coloured stone facade, antique lighting and oriel windows.
Synonymous with glamour and prestige, the Waldorf Astoria offers sublime suites and an array of excellent amenities.
Even the lobby, with its red-leather armchairs, has an old-world charm.
The Waldorf is minutes away from the swanky shops and restaurants of Yorkville, the lush greenery of Rosedale, and the electric nightlife of Church and Wellesley.
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – The Space
Unit 204 is bright, spacious, modern and classically beautiful all at the same time.
The 454 sq. ft. suite is the perfect pied-a-terre (i.e. a temporary or secondary residence) for business people, students and travellers.
It has everything you need: a Murphy bed for sleeping, a kitchen for cooking and a living room for relaxing.
Unit 204 also has the luxury you come to expect from the Waldorf Astoria name.
For example, you’ll find lavish hardwood floors and an ornate fireplace with a mantle.
There’s also a variety of lovely light fixtures.
That includes a fan with a light bulb, pendant lights, pot-lights and traditional ceiling lamps.
Unit 204 also has an abundance of natural light.
These large windows inject the living and sleeping area with warm sunshine.
Some of Unit 204’s best lighting can be seen in the kitchen.
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – The Kitchen
Although a bachelor’s suite, Unit 204 has a full-sized eat-in kitchen.
On one hand, the kitchen is very practical and efficient.
For instance, it maximizes storage with both wall-mounted and ground-level storage.
On the other hand, it’s incredibly luxurious.
Unit 204’s kitchen stuns with black granite counters, dusky hardwood floors and snow-white cabinets.
But the kitchen is at its best when it combines form and function.
Here we see stylish pendant lamps along with more practical pot-lights.
The kitchen also has a granite breakfast bar with tons of counter space.
Besides looking great, granite is heat, stain and moisture resistant.
Unit 204 comes with the following brand-name appliances:
- Stainless-steel LG fridge and microwave
- Frigidaire stove and Bosch dishwasher
- Stacked GE washer and dryer
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – Bath
Unit 204 boasts an opulent bathroom encased in cool white tiles.
The 4-piece bath features a glass sink bowl and countertop, a built-in vanity, extra-long mirror, and modern lighting.
This charming glass counter comes with under-sink storage.
However, the bathroom’s main attraction is the soaker tub—perfect for relaxing after a hard day’s work, study or travel.
Floor Plans & Measurements
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – Floor Plans
88 Charles St E Unit 204 – Measurements
Waldorf Astoria – Amenities
This rooftop deck and garden offers scenic views of the city.
Waldorf residents enjoy the following amenities:
- Gym
- Sauna
- Security system
- Common laundry room
- Rooftop deck and garden with BBQ
- Underground parking and bike storage
About Bloor and Church
The Waldorf was once known as the gateway to bohemian Yorkville (Can Pac Swire, Flickr).
A lot has changed since then, including Yorkville’s reputation.
Previously the hangout of hippies, artists and musicians, it’s now Toronto’s most exclusive shopping district.
Waldorf residents are steps away from the palatial boutiques and flagships of Yorkville (wyliepoon, Flickr).
The area surrounding Bloor and Church is also home to countless restaurants.
Those within walking distance include Sambucas (Italian), Maison Selby (French), Como En Casa (Mexican), The Diner’s Corner (Jamaican) and Ginger (Vietnamese).
Prefer something more casual? Check out Cabano’s Comfort Food (Pixabay).
Residents won’t have to walk far for coffee and a croissant.
The following cafes are all less than 5-minutes away: Rooster Coffee House, Church Street Espresso, Piedmont Coffee Bar and Presse Cafe.
2-minutes from the Waldorf, The Croissant Tree has an outdoor patio and delicious desserts (Pixabay).
The Bloor and Church neighbourhood also has a thriving bar scene.
Those nearest the Waldorf are The Bishop and Belcher (2-minutes) Firkin on Bloor (5-minutes), The Artful Dodger (6-minutes), and Church St. Garage Bar (8-minutes).
Toronto’s “geekiest bar,” Storm Crow Manor features board games, theme rooms and secret doors! (Pixabay)
Looking for the best in arts, culture and entertainment?
The Waldorf is 6-minutes from the CAA Theatre, 10-minutes from the TD Gallery, and 10-minutes from The Concert Hall.
Want to catch the latest blockbuster on the big screen? Cineplex is only 8-minutes away! (Pixabay)
Other Location Highlights
- Minutes from Yorkville, Rosedale Valley & Church and Wellesley
- Abundant green-spaces, including Asquith Green, George Hislop & Barbara Hall Park
- Short walk to the University of Toronto, Humber College & triOS college
- Nearby grocery stores include Rabba, Longo’s, H Mart, No Frills & FreshCo
- 98 Bike, 97 Walk & 90 Transit Score + steps away from Bloor-Yonge subway station
The WOW Factor
Modern, spacious, luxurious and convenient—this is the perfect pied-a-terre.
The 454 sq. ft. suite has everything you could want in a second home: an open-concept living and sleeping area with a Murphy bed, a full-sized eat-in kitchen, and a 4-piece bath with a soaker tub.
It also lives up to its Waldorf Astoria name with lavish amenities and a location steps away from shops, restaurants, universities and transit (making it ideal for education, travel or business).
Finally, the condo is very budget-friendly, with an asking price of $529,000 and low maintenance fees with all utilities included!
Want to know more about 88 Charles St E Unit 204? Take the Virtual Tour or contact me below for details.
Wins Lai
Real Estate Broker
Living Realty Inc., Brokerage
m: 416.903.7032 p: 416.975.9889
f: 416.975.0220
a: 7 Hayden Street Toronto, M4Y 2P2
w: www.winslai.com e: [email protected]
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