Completed in 2005, University Plaza is a 16-storey luxury condo building located at the southwest corner of Richmond Street and Simcoe Street. Its namesake, the powerhouse developer
Plaza, is one of the first condominium developers and builders in Toronto to include such finishes as granite counters and floors, marble bathroom counters and floors, halogen lighting, undermount sinks, porcelain tile, engineered hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances as standard features rather than costy upgrades.
Offering 320 suites with designer upgrades, this deluxe boutique building consists of studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. It also boasts one of the most impressive indoor / outdoor rooftop club facilities in downtown Toronto, with breathtaking views of the city skyline, and is across the street from the famed Shangri-La Hotel.
The outdoor rooftop terrace includes two barbecues for residents, as well as a sunrise / sunset terrace. Other building amenities consist of a private fitness club and impressive jogging track, as well as a waterfall terrace and party room.
Bordering on the Fashion, Financial and Entertainment Districts, 140 Simcoe Street is surrounded by a vast array of restaurants, live theatre, unique shops, museum and art venues.
Most suites have hardwood floors, granite countertops, and ensuite laundry.
Tucked away on Simcoe Street, University Plaza is just south of Richmond Street at University Avenue. This great location allows residents to easily access Osgoode Station and St. Andrew Station, as well as the 24-hour 501 Queen streetcar and the 504 King streetcar. This neighbourhood comes alive at night, with the theatres, top rated restaurants, and lounges peppering the area. With a slew of grocery stores within a five minute walk (Metro, Longo's, Fresh & Wild, Sobey’s) and a Tim Horton's on the main level of the building. shopping is convenient and quick. On the west side of University Avenue, 140 Simcoe Street borders on the Theatre, Entertainment, and Fashion Districts -- making it very difficult not to find something to do right in your own back yard.
▪ 24-hour security
▪ Billiard room
▪ Games room
▪ Indoor parking for residents and visitors
▪ Jogging track
▪ Media room
▪ Outdoor rooftop terrace with two barbecues
▪ Party room
▪ Private fitness club
▪ Sunrise / sunset terrace
▪ Tim Horton's, florist, and dry cleaner in building
▪ Waterfall terrace
Most suites include standard finishes: stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, marble in bathrooms, porcelain tiles, ensuite laundry, granite countertops, and rangehood and microwave. Outdoor space can be found via private balconies with splendid city views.