Dennis Paradis

Realtor for Busy People™

416-399-5832

Updated: March 27, 2023

Address: 260 Davis Dr  Newmarket ON  L3Y 7C3

Building Name: Grandview

Neighbourhood: Central Newmarket

Condo Corp: YRCC869

Build date: 1986 (as rentals only)

Date Registered: Dec 18, 1995 (converted to condo)

Units: 139

Storeys: 10

Property Mgt: A. A.  Properties  905-898-4579

Fees Include:  Bldg Insurance, Common Elements, Water/Sewage. Electric baseboard heating

Fees Excluded: Hydro, Unit Insurance, Persoanl Services (phone, cable tv. Internet)

Bulk Plan: None (example:  250 Davis has a Bulk Plan (discounted prices) for Cable TV & Internet.

Pets: Dogs (up to 2) under 35 lbs (16kg) and cats. Overall rule: Cannot disturb Neighbours.

Health Amenities: Excercise

Social Amenities: Party, Game, Library

Security Amenities: Phone Entry, Sec Guard, On-site Super, Sec Cameras

Other Amenities: Visitor Parking, Landscaped, Coin-op Laundry in Lower Level.

Smoking and Vaping:  Check this. Seems to be allowed on balconies,

Concierge: None

MLS Rentals: 1 or 2 per year: 2B - $1,600/mth; 3-Bed - $1,900 per mth

Heating: Electric Baseboards

Cooling: Some wall units or floor model A/C (NO CAC/No Ducts), Some have ductless AC. 

Balcony: Yes. brick safety walls not see-thru glass.

Ensuite Laundry: Very few units and cannot be added. Condo has a debit card operated laundry in the lower level.

SALES, PRICES and CONDO FEES:

Includes underground or surface parking and locker. A few have 2 parking spots.

Typical 2-Bed - 1-Wash  880 - 908 SF   There are no 2-Wash units. 

Kitchen - 111 SF
Primary Bed - 160 SF

COST OF LIVING (Shelter), excluding mortgage payments & personal services (internet, cable, phone)

2-Bed. 1-Wash (about 900 SF)

*Hydro is likely higher than this estimate as units have electric baseboard heaters and some have A/C floor units. Plus, the extra Cost of Living here is a coin-operated laundry in the lower level as units have no washer/dryers.  

Disclaimer: Buyers must always verify the relevant info above using expert advice from their lawyers and realtors. A key reference for condos is a current status certificate and condo docs (by-laws, rules, declaration, budget).

Major Pros

• Centrally located - See Map/WalkScore.
• Walking distance to Upper Canada Mall & hospital.
• Direct access (on foot) to Davis Drive & bus stop.
• Med-Large suites - most 2 beds 898 SF
• All suites have balconies (medium size).
• A mix of underground parking and surface parking.
• Pets allowed with some restrictions (2 dogs max; under 35 lbs)
• Condo fees (2020) - $0.56 per SF (middle range of Newmarket condos)
• New hallway decor and windows replaced (2018)

 Major Cons

• Older buildings (30+ yrs) - Built 1986
• Small Board of Directors (3) Usually 4-5.
• Converted to a Condo from a former rental apartment complex 1995
• Older suites - some outdated, many upgraded.
• Electric baseboard heating.
• No central air conditioning - less than 20% have outside wall air conditioner - older wall units, most do not work and too expensive to remove or replace.
• Condo fees DO NOT include Hydro (Heat and Cooling is electric)
• No ensuite laundry - shared laundry in the lower level - user pays. Condo does NOT allow retrofit of ensuite laundries.
• Very few suites have more than ONE Washroom.
• A few 1-Beds have Dens - No Solariums

Somewhat Walkable - 68/100