Situated off the QEW, between Hamilton and Toronto, the City of Burlington offers the charm of small town living with big city conveniences. And, with more affordable house prices compared to its larger neighbours, it remains a great option for first-time homebuyers.
Among the city’s best features is its renowned waterfront along Lake Ontario. Centred around Spencer Smith Park and the iconic Brant Street Pier and promenade, the expansive greenspace is home to the 14,000 square-foot Discovery Landing. This award-winning landmark facility is a popular community hub and features a cafe, restaurant and large water feature that transforms from a reflective pool to an ice-skating rink in the wintertime. If you’re interested in calling the Burlington waterfront home, keep scrolling to see 5 condo developments that are now selling nearby.
1. Illumina Condos
Developer: Molinaro Group
Address: 490 Brock Avenue
Priced from: $467,000
Illumina Condos by Molinaro Group is lighting up the Burlington condo scene with its sleek glass tower designed by Graziani + Corazza Architects Inc. Inside, prospective homebuyers have a choice of thoughtfully-designed one, two, and three-bedroom units with spacious terraces or balconies, Energy Star-rated appliances and luxury finishes.
Amenities include a hotel-inspired lobby, modern fitness studio and a sleek party room with sweeping views of the neighbourhood. Step outside onto the Sky Deck and you’ll find cozy seating areas, a barbecue lounge and plenty of opportunities for al fresco dining.
2. Nautique Lakefront Residences
Developer: Adi Development Group
Address: 374 Martha Street
Priced from: $484,990
Overlooking the Burlington waterfront, Nautique Lakefront Residences features a light and fluid glass skin that reflects the blue hues of the sky and lake into its rectangular grid facade. The exterior’s modern aesthetic was created by ICON Architects Inc, while interior spaces are by the renowned interior design firm Cecconi Simone. Each suite is bright and spacious with IntelliSpace™ open-concept layouts to maximize functionality, floor-to-ceiling windows and up to 11-foot high ceilings. Home cooks will appreciate the contemporary, custom-designed kitchens featuring Corian countertops and backsplashes, ambient under-cabinet lighting and a designer appliance package.
Nautique’s amenity areas are found on two separate floors. The sixth floor houses a fitness centre, yoga studio, fireplace lounge, and a swimming pool and whirlpool. Meanwhile, the 18th floor amenity space boasts a second fireplace lounge, dining room, library, and an outdoor fire pit observation deck with beautiful views of the waterfront.
3. Gallery Condos and Lofts
Developer: Carriage Gate Homes
Address: 421 Brant Street
Priced from: $659,900
After breaking ground last October, Gallery Condos and Lofts is on target for completion in 2022. The 22-storey Turner Fleischer Architects-designed building boasts contemporary exterior design consisting of a modern glass tower that rises from a four-storey, brick and cast stone podium. The development will be a first in a new generation of mixed-use buildings within the downtown core and features proposed outdoor patio seating designed to interact with City Hall’s Civic Square next door. Plus, the waterfront is a five-minute walk down Brant Street where you’ll find countless shops, cafes and restaurants like Pure Boutique, Kelly’s Bake Shop and Coop Burlington.
Priced from $659,000, the suites at Gallery Condos + Lofts are designed by Tomas Pearce Interior Design and come well-appointed with wide plank laminate floors, two-tone kitchen cabinetry, polished quartz countertops and a modern porcelain tile backsplash. Amenities include a rooftop patio with barbecues and an outdoor fireplace, sleek multi-purpose room with a bar and dining area, fitness facility with a yoga studio and an indoor pool.
4. The Saxony Condominiums
Developer: Landform Development Group Inc
Address: 1445 Elgin St
Priced from: $751,900
Looking to move into your new home this year? Check out The Saxony Condominiums by Landform Development Group Inc. This six-storey residence is small in scale but big on style with elegant suites designed by Mike Niven Interior Design Inc.
The project is scheduled for completion later this year and will feature 61 units and a variety of amenities, including a party room, gym and social lounge. The pièce de résistance is the expansive sixth floor Skydeck. Residents can savour an evening of al fresco dining in the barbecue area, cozy up by one of the fire pits, or enjoy a moment of zen by a tranquil water feature. The main floor also houses a theatre, though we highly recommend checking out the performances at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre directly across the street.
5. Bridgewater Residences on the Lake
Developer: New Horizon Development Group
Address: 2042 Lakeshore Road
Priced from: $3,699,900
Located at the foot of Elizabeth Street, there’s no other development in Burlington that will get you as close to the water as Bridgewater Residences on the Lake. This mixed-use development by New Horizon Development Group consists of a luxurious condominium with 151 units and a four-star hotel.
Suites are characterized by large, open-concept layouts with unobstructed views of the lake and are appointed with rich finishes and modern features. Interior spaces and decor by Brian Gluckstein are timeless in design and offer world-class quality and refinement. Hotel-inspired amenities include a spacious party room for entertaining, fitness centre with modern equipment, luxurious indoor pool and outdoor terrace with stunning views.
