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Arc Condos Mississauga

Arc Condo Mississauga

ARC CONDOS MISSISSAUGA by DANIELS CORPORATION

Arc Condos are a new mixed-use development by Daniels Corporation, currently in the pre-construction phase at the corner of Erin Mills Parkway & Eglinton Avenue in northwest Mississauga. This new mixed-use development is part of the Daniels Erin Mills master planned community and will consist of a 19 storey building with 346 units and retail, commercial and office use space on the first three floors. Condo apartment prices start from the low $200,000’s.

Location

Arc Condos will be located at the southwest corner of Eglinton Avenue and Erin Mills Parkway, directly across from both the Credit Valley Hospital, and the recently updated Erin Mills Shopping Centre mall.  As a mixed use development, the first three storeys of Arc are planned to have 6,546 square metres of retail, commercial and office use space. Architect for this project is Kirkor Architects of Toronto.

Master Planned Community

Arc Condos are the latest phase of the Daniels Erin Mills master planned community and is promising to add a very stylish, striking, curved structure to the neighbourhood. Earlier phases of the development include the West Tower condo, a 25 storey residential tower currently in the final stages of construction, plus the Skyrise Rental Residences which have also just been completed, featuring rental apartments.

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While the first two towers have more conventional highrise architecture,  Arc will have an almost nautical arc-shaped design with billowing curves sweeping around all sides.

Arc Condo Features

Unit types range from small studio bachelors to large three-bedroom units with great views of the city and surrounding area, as far as Lake Ontario and the Niagara Escarpment.  Arc features underground parking, a hotel-like lobby with concierge,   and the overall master development also includes a community courtyard adjoining all the buildings.  Amenities proposed include a full court gymnasium, a fitness centre with the latest cardio, weights, and aerobics equipment,  open green space and a running track, and a weekly seasonal Farmer’s Market offering local, chemical-free produce.

Pricing

Arc Condominiums are one of the more stylish and interesting projects to hit the Mississauga new construction market, and will no doubt prove to be another success by Daniels Corporation. Arc has been covered by many major news sites, including the Huffington Post, as well as local realtors such as www.randyselzer.com . Pricing looks reasonable, and starts from the low $200,000’s.

Choosing a Condo

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Understanding Condos

To start with, consider the location of the condo; it should be close to all the standard personal requirements such as shopping, transit, places of employment, and schools. This can save a lot in commuting expenses, which can be quite high in Canada.

Sometimes a good choice for newcomers to Canada can be a fully furnished condo, which can save you a considerable amount of money, if you are just starting out. Buying a full suite of furniture can be an expensive proposition if you have to buy it all at once. You can occasionally find fully furnished condos in the Square One area, but they usual sell quickly. Here is an example where the expert help of a local realtor can be invaluable.

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Amenities and Extras

Facilities and amenities are often a major consideration when choosing a condo. In Mississauga, you can find everything from the usual swimming pools and tennis courts, to truly amazing features such as bowling alleys, basketball courts, and rock climbing walls.

Another thing to carefully consider is the state, and indeed the existence of kitchen appliances. It can be an major additional expense if you need to buy a new fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer.

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Ensure that the security arrangements are sufficient enough to give you a feeling of safety and security. Generally life in Mississauga is very safe, but the addition of 24 hour concierge/security can be a comfort.

Finding a Realtor

While choosing a real estate agent, make certain that you find one who knows the area, and has a good track record. Not all realtors are alike, and some may attempt to steer you into a building that is not the best fit for you. The best agents provide real value when working with their clients, and can be invaluable for people new to the area. An experienced agent will not only help you to find the perfect condominium, but will also help you to negotiate and close the sale, taking care of all paperwork in a professional manner.

So take time to inspect the various condos in the Mississauga Square One area, noting their location, amenities, pricing, square footage and views, rules and regulations (such as whether pets are permitted or not).

As you get ready to purchase your condo, try and get a feel for what the neighbours are like – you can usually tell simply by standing in the hallway and listening! Great neighbours can be a real blessing.

Great real estate agents know which buildings are quiet, and can help you with making the right decision on where to live next.

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Square One Condos

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Condo culture at Mississauga Square One

Square One condos are located in the City Centre area of Mississauga, surrounding the Square One shopping mall. The first condos in this area began to appear in the late 1980’s, and today, this area has a concentration of highrises that rivals that of any suburban city in North America. Today, many people prefer the condo lifestyle, and there is indeed a “condo culture” that has grown in the past 15 years or so,  where the various aspects of the different projects are passionately debated among both owners and prospective owners.

There has been a huge supply of Square One condos , Mississauga‘s primary source of new housing stock, that has come onto the market over the past dozen years, building upon an earlier first wave, which produced a base group of various high rise properties surrounding the mall in the late 1980’s and early 1990’s. Living near the Square One mall has many benefits: close proximity to the 300+ stores in the mall,  having a major public transit terminal on the periphery of the mall, proximity to the new Sheridan College campus, Celebration Square, and much more. Despite of being located in a suburb, Square One condos often feature walkability scores that are equal to many of those found in downtown Toronto.

Throughout the greater Toronto area, and in especially in the City of Mississauga, there is an ever increasing number of people who have grown accustomed to the special lifestyle opportunities of Square One condominium living. For much more information on the Square One condo scene, check out http://www.randyselzer.com