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Mark it on your calendar! THE WEST PRESALE EVENT | 2-DAYS ONLY! Oct 15th & 16th, 2011 | 185-205 Dunlop St E. Barrie, Ontario.  New Barrie Waterfront Condos for sale.

Five tips to consider when purchasing a condo in Barrie, Ontario.

When doing your initial searching for Barrie condos using the Barrie MLS, you will be narrowing your search down to the right unit for your budget and using other personal preferences, but you should also think about the future resale strategy for the condo unit.  This is where a condo real estate professional will work with you.

Functional Layouts – ask your condo professional what floor plan layouts have sold well over time in the particular condominium building you are looking at.  Certain models are more popular than others.  Sometimes this is due to the functional layout in terms of fitting your furniture into the space.  People sometimes have a hard time with non-rectangular space where they can’t fit furniture. The space becomes unusable.

Closet & Storage Space – choose a unit with adequate closet space that includes a small linen closet for those essential items – especially for guests.   The kitchen layout will also determine how much space you will have for dishes and glassware.  Remember that you may have dinner parties for 4 – 6 people.

Unit Location – is the unit close to the elevators or the garbage chute?  Is the unit at ground level where traffic noise can be an issue if the windows are open during the summer months?

Natural light – corner or front units provide the most natural light in waterfront condos.  Depending upon your taste, you may like morning light or late afternoon light.  An abundance of natural light, especially to a buyer during the sales presentation, increases the chance of a sale. 

Views – trees, green space, city landscape or waterfront – everyone wants a great view.  If you are interested in a waterfront view, there are many condos that offer different views that include both the waterfront and our historic downtown. 

All of these factors should be taken into consideration when selecting your unit; both personally and for future resale.   Your condo real estate sales representative will work with you to identify the right unit for the right market price.

2011 will be a good year for condo sales in Barrie.  Nautica condos located on Barrie's waterfront continued with success with many sales and leases in 2010.  We expect more spring-time listings to appear in this building.  Contact us for a condo tour today and we will go over all the different condo layouts and unit upgrades within this building. This way you are ready for the spring season and be able to act fast when the right condo with the right view becomes available.  

There are two townhome condo units in the White Oaks Rd - Minets Point area of Barrie.  These units are great for young professionals or boomers that are looking for an active lifestyle.  They are located right on the waterfront walking trail and have lake views from the top floor balcony.  

Bayshore Landing condos are a must to see for young professionals as they have great views, downtown location and are well priced.  

Grand Harbour and Waterview condos will continue to be the place to be for many that love to boat and walk into downtown.  There are a few units for sale at this time but we expect more on the market in the spring.

Pratt homes are offering new condos in a few locations around the Barrie area.  Depending upon where you work or if you want easy access to the 400 highway in the morning, these units are work seeing. 

Markettown condos that went on sale in 2010 have been well received by buyers and investors.  This project will be successful as more people are wanting to live near the college and hospital.  Both employers are adding over a thousand new jobs over the next few years.  

We would be happy to provide you with more in-depth knowledge when you are considering listing your condo or purchasing a condo in Barrie.  

Happy new year and enjoy 2011.

Stunning “Grand Cayman” condo unit located in Barrie’s newest waterfront condos development “Nautica”.  Enjoy panoramic views of marina and Kempenfelt bay from this fully upgraded luxury condo. Click here for pricing and more information on the Nautica condo unit for sale.

Open concept floor plan presents floor to ceiling oversized windows, hardwood flooring, granite counter tops, glass backsplash, stainless steel appliances, oversized glass shower, jacuzzi, heated towel racks and radiant floor heating.

View more information on Nautica Condos in Barrie and Nautica floor plans.

When you’re searching for that perfect condo in Barrie, it’s smart to work directly with a Realtor that focuses on Condos. It's their job to make sure you’re getting the right condo for your lifestyle, and getting it at the right price.  

If you’re in the market, you’ve probably already looked at a few condos, either online or in person. However, working with a Realtor can help you take a closer look.

Once you're starting to lean towards a particular condo unit, it’s time to examine the price, pricing history, and benefits of that type of unit.  

Your Realtor can break down the condo unit’s price and give you details that nobody else can. 

They can research and examine the price history to see if there’s been any price increases, or if there's been any upgrades to the unit. 

They also look at other factors such as where the unit is located and whether or not the condo’s view of Barrie's waterfront is affecting the price. If you feel the view of the lake or city is worth a bit more money, great! But if you don’t really see the value, your agent will help you decide if your money can be better spent on other upgrades. 

You also need to take a close look at parking. Some units only have one deeded parking spot, instead of two. It’s not something you may think of, but it can be a big deal for couples and families.

Finally, your Realtor can help you determine whether or not condo fees will play a role in your decision. They will look at questions like, “has the building been well maintained?” Or “does the building have a history of stable condo fee increases, based on inflation or tax changes?”

Browsing units on your own helps target condos in your price range, but only working with a Condo Realtor in Barrie lets you see exactly what you’re getting for that price.

This Barrie condo is perfect for the first time home buyer or commuter. Situated on a quiet corner with walkout to private deck. This is a 2 bedroom condo with 1.5 baths, boasts a bright breakfast nook and cozy gas fireplace.  The condo is conveniently located in Barrie’s south end. Enjoy maintenance free living on the perfect setting!

For more information on this condo you can view the listing on the Royal Lepage Barrie web site or with maps and additional pictures on the Barrie Condo Team web site - under our current Barrie Condos For Sale section

Nautica Condominiums, the “Jewel of the Waterfront” is nearing completion in June 2010.

Final touches are being applied all around, and occupancy for the North Tower is scheduled for late May to early June. There are 4 units left to be sold by the developer in the north Nautica condo tower, where you may still have the ability to make choices for flooring, bathroom and kitchen amenities.

Occupancy for the South Tower began in September of 2009, with rooms featuring 9-foot ceilings, panoramic views of Kempenfelt Bay, kitchens with granite countertops, and master en suites with whirlpool tubs and marble vanities.

An eco-park has been completed and will sit at the base/side of the towers. The gorgeous park will not only give area residents amazing park and walking grounds, but also give back to the local ecosystem by attracting wildlife. 

Residents will be able to get an aerial view of the park and Kempenfelt Bay from the 2nd level Garden Terrace Lounge and deck. Nautica condos will feature a classic indoor pool with whirlpool, saunas and banquet room.

The landscaping on the waterfront side of the building is 90% completed, with the finishing touches to the lakefront walkway to be completed soon.

For more information, visit the Barrie Condo Team’s web site for Nautica condos for sale / listings and our Barrie condo guide for photos and floor plans of the Nautica condo suites.

The current Allandale Village / Allandale Train Station development plans present a mixed-use condo development site.  The proposed plans state that the Barrie waterfront development will include: a hotel, condo development, loft-style work office spaces, retail, and GO station.

This project is currently in the planning stages and will likely begin in the 2 - 3 year time period.   It will be a very exciting project for the City of Barrie and we feel that this project will "define" our waterfront.

The Barrie Condo Team will post more information as we learn more about this development.