8 Sultan Street

Shoppers beware — with upscale boutique shopping at your doorstep, you’re going to need to exercise some serious restraint. Built in 1999, this exclusive 9-storey condominium is home to 25 downtown Toronto condos, just one block south of Bloor Street East.

This building provides residents with relaxing amenities: gym, sauna, squash court, concierge, security guard, and parking garage. You can certainly find buildings which offer more extras, but you’ll hard-pressed to find one which boasts such expansive floor plans — there are no small units here, and the 2-storey penthouses can easily rival the square footage of a house.

No. 8 Sultan has a very generous pet policy, allowing residents to bring 2 furry friends with them. This building is perfect for empty nesters and retirees, who want to move on from their detached homes but don’t want to downsize too much. With a condo at 8 Sultan you can abandon your shovel and lawnmower, and trade them in for a spacious condo in an excellent urban location.

As a resident of 8 Sultan St. you have 2 great neighbourhoods to call home; the ritzy Yorkville neighbourhood to the north, and the eclectic Yonge and Bloor to the south.

These suites are expansive — if you read expensive there, that’s probably okay too, because these Yorkville condos for sale are certain to sell for prices in excess of seven figures. Units at No. 8 Sultan range in size from 1178 to over 3000 square feet for a penthouse suite.

Finishes vary as many units have seen their share of personalization over the years, but prospective buyers can expect hardwood floors, gas fireplaces, upgraded kitchens, 9 foot ceilings, and private balconies.

Suites at No. 8 Sultan don’t see a lot of turnover, so if you have had your eye on a suite this building, you’ll probably have to act fast if one hits the market; which is not surprising, because with such expansive floor plans, a convenient location, and luxurious finishes, you’d expect this building to be in demand.

Located at 8 Sultan Street, this building is nestled on the border of Yonge and Bloor neighbourhood and prestigious Yorkville. With a luxurious suite in No. 8 Sultan you're immersed in urban living, with boutique shopping and fine dining to the north, art and cultural exhibits along Bloor, nearby green spaces, and plenty of cozy cafes. And who knows, you might even see a celebrity or two and Windsor Arms Hotel during TIFF.

From your front door at 8 Sultan St, you are steps away from Bloor Street upscale shopping; there you’ll find all the high-end brands like Prada, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Coach, and more. There are several cafes in the area — Sorry Coffee Co, Cafe Moi, Starbucks — allowing you to enjoy a rich espresso while you flex your bank account. You’ll also find big box stores like Hudson’s Bay and Indigo, giving you diverse options for gifts or personal purchases.

Art and Culture lovers will enjoy the galleries on Hazelton and Cumberland, afterward you can stroll to the Royal Ontario Museum or Gardner Museum and continue on through the tree-lined paths of Queen’s Park. There's a slew of nearby theatres for catching show, and many concert halls as well.

For dining you have your pick of 5 star restaurants in Yorkville, like the acclaimed Blu Ristorante for Italian, Joso’s for seafood, or Kasa Moto for sophisticated Japanese cuisine. If you’re in the mood for something more casual, you have some great spots south of Bloor — there’s Slab Burgers, New Yorker Deli, Avocado Sushi, and 7 West Café; plus, all the well-known fast food chains like McDonald’s, KFC, etc.

8 Sultan Street has a Walk Score of 100; with Bloor Street Market and a Rabba Fine Foods just around the corner for groceries, residents should have an easy time completing errands on foot.

Those who rely on public transit have northbound and southbound buses on Bay, and Bay Station is just minutes away for subway service.

Drivers can reach the Don Valley Parkway by heading east on Bloor to the Danforth on-ramp, and for the Gardiner Expressway, head south on University Ave to York Street.