Encore at Equinox-50 Town Centre Court

About

Developed by the Monarch Group in 2013, Encore at Equinox or 50 Town Centre Court is situated right next to the Scarborough Civic Centre and in the heart of the Bendale neighborhood. The high-rise residential condominium building has 39 floors and 403 apartment units.

For 50 Town Centre Court residents, the building offers convenient urban living coupled with world-class amenities. It shares certain similarities with other condo complexes in the neighborhood in terms of age, design, and layout. But Encore at Equinox is newer, compared with other residential properties in the area, such as the Centro Condos next door at 190 Borough Drive and 25 Town Centre Court. Nonetheless, Encore at Equinox is a popular choice among renters and buyers alike in the neighborhood.

Units and Layout

The residences at 50 Town Centre Court offer a variety of unit types and layouts. Condo floor plans are open-concept and in addition to spacious unit sizes, residents get to enjoy some great perks and amenities.

The unit sizes range from approximately 300 to 1000 square feet, with many different layouts and exposures. The average price per square foot is currently pegged at about $852, which is comparable but still lower than what most new condo buildings have to offer. There are anywhere from 1BR+1WR or Studio/Bachelor units all the way up to 2BR+2WR units. Regardless of their size, the building’s units are well-lit and have elegant and modern finishes, including open-concept kitchens and large and bright floor-to-ceiling windows.

At 50 Town Centre Court, unit sales prices begin at about $400,000 for a one-bedroom/studio apartment and are currently trending above $700,000 for a two-bedroom condo.

Household Composition

• 51% - Single Family
• 42% - Single Person
• 7% - Multi-Person

Location

Situated near the intersection of Town Centre Court and McCowan Rd in the heart of Scarborough, the Encore at Equinox is located steps away from many cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores. Within walking distance is the Cineplex and major big box retailers at the Scarborough Town Centre and the Kennedy Commons shopping mall, a branch of the Toronto Public Library, and the local branch of the YMCA. For nature lovers, the building is steps away from many parks and trails, including the Albert Campbell Square and Skating Rink, Edgewood Park, North Bendale Park, and the Thomson Memorial Park. The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre and the Scarboro Golf and Country Club are minutes away if you drive.

For 50 Town Centre Court

• Walk Score – 93 (Walker’s Paradise - Daily errands do not require a car.)
• Transit Score – 92 (Rider’s Paradise - World-class public transportation.)
• Bike Score – 52 (Bikeable - Some bike infrastructure.)
• Source: walkscore.com

The Encore at Equinox enjoys easy proximity to many good schools, colleges, and universities.

• North Bendale Junior Public School
• Tredway Woodsworth Public School
• St Victor Catholic School
• St Richard Catholic School
• St Andrews Public School
• Ééc Saint-Jean-de-Lalande
• White Haven Junior Public School
• Three Fishes Christian Elementary School
• St Elizabeth Seton Catholic School
• Madinatul Uloom Academy Inc
• Madinatul Uloom Academy - Scarborough
• Al Haadi (9828770 Canada Institute)
• Fh International High School
• Lighthouse Academy
• University of Toronto (Scarborough Campus)
• Centennial College (Morningside Campus)
• David and Mary Thomson Collegiate Institute

Maintenance Fee

Approximately $0.70 per square foot. Air conditioning, common element, heat, hydro, parking, building insurance, and water are included.

Amenities

Encore at Equinox or 50 Town Centre Court has many amenities for residents, such as a Fitness Room, Visitor Lounge, and FibreStream Internet, etc. The building has its own party room with kitchen facilities and underground parking for residents and visitors. Overall, the complex offers many world-class amenities, such as:

• 24-hr Concierge
• FibreStream Internet
• Public Transit
• Pets Allowed with Restrictions
• Rec Room
• Media Room
• Guest Suites
• Meeting Room
• Visitor Lounge
• Fitness Room/Gym 
• Party Room
• Car Wash
• Visitor Parking
• Enter Phone System

Transit

If you take transit, a TTC bus stop is close by, with some of the buses serving routes in the area below: 

• 9 BELLAMY
• 16 MCCOWAN
• 21 BRIMLEY
• 38 HIGHLAND CREEK
• 43 KENNEDY
• 85 SHEPPARD EAST
• 95 YORK MILLS
• 129 MCCOWAN NORTH
• 131 NUGGET
• 132 MILNER
• 133 NEILSON
• 134 PROGRESS
• 169 HUNTINGWOOD
• 302 KINGSTON RD-MCCOWAN
• 395 YORK MILLS NIGHT BUS
• 903 KENNEDY STATION-SCARBOROUGH EXPRESS
• 985 SHEPPARD EAST EXPRESS 
• 995 YORK MILLS EXPRESS
• 996 WILSON EXPRESS 

For the TTC Subway or GO Transit:

Nearest TTC Subway is Kennedy Station.

GO Bus Terminus at the Scarborough Town Centre.

Also nearby, are the Rouge Hill and Guildwood GO Train Stations.

If you drive, Highway 401 Express is minutes away. The city’s downtown core is about 30 minutes away.

Property Management Company and Contact Number

Encore at Equinox is managed by Percel Property Management. (905)-761-6840.

Pets

Allowed with restrictions. One dog (not exceeding 40 lbs), plus one cat allowed in one unit.

Suit Finishes

• Units come outfitted with luxurious high quality suite finishes.
• Quartz/Granite kitchen countertops with breakfast bar.
• Quartz bathroom countertops with undermount sink.
• Wide floor-to-ceiling windows.
• Wide plank laminate or hardwood flooring in units.
• 9’ smooth ceilings with pot lights in kitchen, bathroom, and hallways.
• Modern kitchen cabinets.
• Ceramic tile backsplash.
• Stainless steel appliances in most units, including 30” refrigerator, 24” wall oven, 24” cooktop, and 30” dishwasher.
• Hood fan vented to exterior.
• Stacked washer and dryer.

Views for 50 Town Centre Court 

• North View – Down Town Centre Court towards Scarborough Town Centre and YMCA.
• South View – Overlooking parking lot, Borough Dr, and Frank Faubert Wood Lot. Distant lake views from higher floors.
• East View – Facing the Centro Condos and down Town Centre Court towards Borough Drive.
• West View – Overlooking Scarborough Civic Centre and Albert Campbell Square beyond.

Reasons to Buy

• Spacious units, unlike newer condo builds.
• Family-friendly neighborhood.
• Newer complex.
• Close to Highway 401 and local transit options.
• Close to Scarborough Town Centre.
• Fitness Room and FibreStream Internet.
• World-class amenities.
• Full-time concierge.
• Easy to rent or buy if you are an investor.

Reasons to not Buy

• If you prefer a slower pace of life, then this location might not suit you.
• Noise pollution.
• Traffic congestion on nearby thoroughfares.

EQ1 and EQ2 - 70 Town Centre Court and 60 Town Centre Court

About

Built by the Monarch Group in 2009, EQ1 or 70 Town Centre Court and EQ2 or 60 Town Centre Court are situated next to the Scarborough Civic and Town Centre in the heart of the Bendale neighborhood. EQ1 has 35 floors and 336 apartment units, while EQ2 has 30 floors and 300 apartment units.

For residents, the buildings offer convenient urban living coupled with world-class amenities. They share certain similarities with other condo complexes in the neighborhood in terms of age, design, and layout, such as Encore at Equinox or 50 Town Centre Court or the Skyscape and Altitude condo buildings on Grangeway Ave. If you favor condominium living, then EQ1 and EQ2 should be on your list of high-rise residential buildings sought after by renters and buyers alike in the neighborhood.

Units and Layout

The residences at 70 Town Centre Court and 60 Town Centre Court vary in size and floor plans, which are open concept. In addition to spacious unit sizes, residents get to enjoy some great perks and amenities.

The unit sizes range from approximately 300 to 1300 square feet, with many different layouts and exposures. The average price per square foot is currently pegged at about $800 for EQ1 and $830 for EQ2, which is comparable but still lower than what most new condo buildings have to offer. There are anywhere from 1BR+1WR or Studio/Bachelor units all the way up to 2BR+2WR units. Regardless of their size, the building’s units are well-lit and have elegant and modern finishes, including open-concept kitchens and large and bright floor-to-ceiling windows.

Unit sales prices begin at about $480,000 for a one-bedroom/studio apartment and are currently trending above $650,000 for a two-bedroom condo.

Household Composition

51% - Single Family

42% - Single Person

7% - Multi-Person

Location

Situated near the intersection of Town Centre Court and McCowan Rd in the heart of Scarborough, both EQ1 and EQ2 are located steps away from many cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores. Within walking distance are the cineplex and major big box retailers at the Scarborough Town Centre and the Kennedy Commons shopping mall, a branch of the Toronto Public Library, and the local branch of the YMCA. For nature lovers, the building is steps away from many parks and trails, including the Albert Campbell Square and Skating Rink, Edgewood Park, North Bendale Park, and the Thomson Memorial Park. The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre and the Scarboro Golf and Country Club are minutes away if you drive.

For EQ1 or 70 Town Centre Court

• Walk Score – 93 (Walker’s Paradise - Daily errands do not require a car.)
• Transit Score – 92 (Rider’s Paradise - World-class public transportation.)
• Bike Score – 52 (Bikeable - Some bike infrastructure.)

For EQ2 or 60 Town Centre Court

• Walk Score – 93 (Walker’s Paradise - Daily errands do not require a car.)
• Transit Score – 92 (Rider’s Paradise - World-class public transportation.)
• Bike Score – 51 (Bikeable - Some bike infrastructure.)
• Source: walkscore.com

Both EQ1 and EQ2 enjoy easy proximity to many good schools, colleges, and universities in the area.

• North Bendale Junior Public School
• Tredway Woodsworth Public School
• St Victor Catholic School
• St Richard Catholic School
• St Andrews Public School
• Ééc Saint-Jean-de-Lalande
• White Haven Junior Public School
• Three Fishes Christian Elementary School
• St Elizabeth Seton Catholic School
• Madinatul Uloom Academy Inc
• Madinatul Uloom Academy - Scarborough
• Al Haadi (9828770 Canada Institute)
• Fh International High School
• Lighthouse Academy
• University of Toronto (Scarborough Campus)
• Centennial College (Morningside Campus)
• David and Mary Thomson Collegiate Institute

Maintenance Fee

Approximately $0.64 per square foot for EQ1 and $0.83 for EQ2. Air conditioning, common element, heat, hydro, parking, building insurance, and water are included.

Amenities

70 Town Centre Court and 60 Town Centre Court provide many amenities for residents, such as a Fitness Room, Visitor Lounge, and FibreStream Internet, etc. Each building has its own party room with kitchen facilities and underground parking for residents and visitors. Overall, they both offer many world-class amenities, such as:

• 24-hr Concierge
• FibreStream Internet
• Public Transit
• Pets Allowed with Restrictions
• Rec Room
• Media Room
• Guest Suites
• Meeting Room
• Visitor Lounge
• Fitness Room/Gym 
• Party Room
• Car Wash
• Visitor Parking
• Enter Phone System

Transit

If you take transit, a TTC bus stop is close by, with some of the buses serving routes in the area below: 

• 9 BELLAMY
• 16 MCCOWAN
• 21 BRIMLEY
• 38 HIGHLAND CREEK
• 43 KENNEDY
• 85 SHEPPARD EAST
• 95 YORK MILLS
• 129 MCCOWAN NORTH
• 131 NUGGET
• 132 MILNER
• 133 NEILSON
• 134 PROGRESS
• 169 HUNTINGWOOD
• 302 KINGSTON RD-MCCOWAN
• 395 YORK MILLS NIGHT BUS
• 903 KENNEDY STATION-SCARBOROUGH EXPRESS
• 985 SHEPPARD EAST EXPRESS 
• 995 YORK MILLS EXPRESS
• 996 WILSON EXPRESS 

For the TTC Subway or GO Transit:

• Nearest TTC Subway is Kennedy Station.
• GO Bus Terminus at the Scarborough Town Centre.
• Also nearby, are the Rouge Hill and Guildwood GO Train Stations.
• If you drive, Highway 401 Express is minutes away. The city’s downtown core is about 30 minutes away.

Property Management Company and Contact Number

Both EQ1 and EQ2 are managed by Duka Property Management. (416) 438-6094.

Pets

Allowed with restrictions. One dog (not exceeding 40 lbs), plus one cat allowed in one unit.

Suit Finishes

• Units come outfitted with luxurious high quality suite finishes.
• Marble/Granite kitchen countertops with breakfast bar.
• Quartz bathroom countertops with undermount sink.
• Wide floor-to-ceiling windows.
• Wide plank laminate or hardwood flooring in units.
• 9’ smooth ceilings with pot lights in kitchen, bathroom, and hallways.
• Modern kitchen cabinets.
• Ceramic tile backsplash.
• Stainless steel appliances in most units, including 30” refrigerator, 24” wall oven, 24” cooktop, and 30” dishwasher.
• Hood fan vented to exterior.
• Stacked washer and dryer.

Views for EQ1 or 70 Town Centre Court 

• North View – Overlooking Albert Campbell Square and Scarborough Town Centre beyond.
• South View – Facing Encore at Equinox or 50 Town Centre Court. 
• East View – Facing 55 Town Centre Court and Town Centre Court towards Scarborough Town Centre and YMCA.
• West View – Adjacent to EQ2 and Albert Campbell Square beyond.

Views for EQ2 or 60 Town Centre Court 

• North View – Overlooking Albert Campbell Square and Scarborough Town Centre beyond.
• South View – Overlooking public parking lot. Distant lake views from higher floors.
• East View – Facing 55 Town Centre Court. Down Town Centre Court towards Scarborough Town Centre and YMCA.
• West View – Overlooking Albert Campbell Square and Brian Harrison Way beyond. 

Reasons to Buy

• Spacious units, unlike newer condo builds.
• Family-friendly neighborhood.
• Well-maintained complex.
• Close to Highway 401 and local transit options.
• Close to Scarborough Town Centre.
• Fitness Room and FibreStream Internet.
• World-class amenities.
• Full-time concierge.
• Easy to rent or buy if you are an investor.

Reasons to not Buy

• If you prefer a slower pace of life, then this location might not suit you.
• Noise pollution.
• Traffic congestion on nearby thoroughfares.