Aquarius at Waterpark City

Overview

Located on Fort York Boulevard at Angelique Street, Aquarius at Waterpark City is a 38-storey skyscraper atop a seven-storey podium. It is the inaugural building for Lanterra Development’s Waterpark City project that has contributed to the revitalization of the Fort York neighbourhood.

The building offers 490 Fort York condos for sale and for rent, with some of the project’s larger one and two-bedroom suites available here. You can expect to find bright open-concept layouts with floor-to-ceiling windows and pre-engineered hardwood flooring. The kitchens and bathrooms are fully modern and many have breakfast counters and soaker tubs, respectively. In addition to large private balconies perfect for relaxing and entertaining, Aquarius at Waterpark City also boasts a long list of amenities from 24-hour concierge to a resident exclusive club.

Looking beyond the building, residents at Aquarius will experience the growing and historically enriched Fort York neighbourhood, a mix of lush outdoor green spaces and well-known cultural attractions such as the Harbourfront Centre, Molson Canadian Amphitheatre, and the Canadian National Exhibition or CNE.

Most Notable Features

A relaxing vibe: Compared to other more centrally located downtown Toronto condos, Aquarius at Waterpark City is a nice choice for homeowners who want a more relaxing, picturesque residence nearby two green parks and within walking distance to Lake Ontario’s tranquil promenade.

Exclusive amenities: As a resident at Aquarius, you will have access to the 38,000 square-foot recreation centre and spa, Club Oasis. A resident exclusive club, these amenities include a swimming pool, aerobics and yoga studios, massage rooms, saunas, and an outdoor sundeck with BBQ stations. It’s a great way to stay active, have fun, get to know your neighbours and make new friends.

Stunning views: With 38-storeys of full floor-to-ceiling glass, Aquarius at Waterpark City is distinguished for the stunning views in each suite. Enjoyed from the comfort of your own living room or out on your private balcony, the inspiring vista over Lake Ontario and Toronto’s shimmering skyline will always impress you.

What's Nearby

With a home at 219 Fort York Boulevard, you’ll be part of the new and growing Fort York community situated between Bathurst Street and Strachan Avenue, next door to the Fort York National Historic Site. Sometimes called the ‘Garrison,’ it’s a fresh community coming up among green spaces like Garrison Common and Coronation Park, but with many condo towers and new townhouse developments you’ll feel right at home as a condo owner. And there is a blooming culture of retail shops and restaurants, not far from the excitement of Toronto’s Entertainment District, Liberty Village, and Queen Street West. A few local spots to visit include Gusto 101 on Portland Street for Southern Italian fare on a nice outdoor patio, Sushi 930 on King Street West, and for coffee-lovers visit Parisco Café just a short walk away on Fort York.

For nearby groceries and other household needs you can find Sobeys at Fork York Boulevard and Spadina, Metro on Lynn Williams Street, and Harbour Green Farms on Queens Quay West.

The local green spaces are hard to miss, with Garrison Common to the north and Coronation Park to the south. You can also enjoy Toronto’s Martin Goodman promenade along Lake Ontario for bicycling and roller-blading, picnic benches for an afternoon in the sun, baseball diamonds, soccer-fields, and more.

Getting Around

The Fort York neighbourhood enjoys many smooth and easy travel options, with an 85 Walk Score for those who prefer to get around on foot. There are two nearby streetcar lines heading north along Bathurst and east to Union Station where you can connect to Toronto’s subway system. For car owners, the area is designed to accommodate with wide streets and easy access to the Gardiner Expressway East and West via Spadina Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard.

What Residents Are Saying

“Aquarius is the perfect condo for those seeking to live in a low-rise building but want all the amenities of a high-rise.”

- thedirt.co 

Further Reading

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