Brenda O'Farrell
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Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Beaconsfield, Pointe-Claire, Pierrefonds
Beaconsfield 5 Place Legault, bungalow, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, located on quiet street, two bedrooms in finished basement, central air conditioning. Built in 1958 on 15,239-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $4,438. Valuation: $405,800. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: How much of the past should towns hold on to?
When do you let go of the past? Or should you? These are questions therapists have been helping individuals grapple with for decades. But what are municipalities to do when confronted with the same issues? Do town councils need a few sessions to help them come to terms with how to deal with t... → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Pointe-Claire, Dollard, Vaudreuil
Pointe-Claire 184 Sedgefield Ave, split-level, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floors, garage converted into family room, requires some updates. Built in 1963 on 6,120-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $3,863. Valuation: $351,700. Asking price: $329,000. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: Incentives needed to ensure responsible pet ownership
Should pit bulls be banned? Do all dogs need to be microchipped? Does a municipality have to provide a dog run; a space where canines can run free off leash? Should dogs be allowed in every park? If you are at a weekend barbecue in the suburbs and want to start a spirited debate, just ask any one o... → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Côte St-Luc, Beaconsfield, Pointe-Claire
Côte St-Luc 5700 Cavendish Blvd., condo, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, spacious condo, with L-shaped living room, large master bedroom with walk-in closet, one indoor parking spot, locker. Fees include heat, access to pool. Built in 1967. Taxes (municipal and school): $2,033. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: Ample parking at new train stations a must
Message to West Island mayors and Caisse de depot officials: If you want commuters to use the new light-rail commuter train service in the West Island, don’t underestimate the need for parking at the new stations. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in N.D.G., Pointe-Claire, Châteauguay
N.D.G. 7390 Côte St-Luc Rd., condo, 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, engineered wood floors, washer/dryer in unit, two parking spots. Built in 2008. Taxes (municipal and school): $2,850. Condo fees: $169 per month. Valuation: $272,100. Asking price: $295,000. Sold for: $252,000. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: Small, thoughtful gestures carry a big message
Small, thoughtful gestures. They can make a big difference. And they often take very little time. When they are made among friends and family, they are a measure of love and commitment. They leave you with warm, reassuring feelings. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Pointe-Claire, St-Laurent, Kirkland
A glimpse at homes that have been recently sold in and around Montreal. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in St-Lazare, Dorval, Pointe-Claire
St-Lazare 2011 du Patrimoine St., bungalow, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, landscaped lot, uni-stone terrace, central air conditioning, gas fireplace. Built in 2004 on 18,747-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $4,596. Valuation: $479,500. Asking price: $519,000. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Rosemère, Beaconsfield, Pointe-Claire
Rosemère 526 Roland-Durand Blvd., cottage, 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, wood floors, gas fireplace, heated floors in bathrooms, 3-season veranda. Built in 2004 on 11,828-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $4,820. Valuation: $524,100. Asking price: $589,000. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Dollard, Pointe-Claire, Beaconsfield
Dollard 181 Choquette St., cottage, 4 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, open-concept, eat-in kitchen, large living room great for entertaining, fireplace, finished basement, wood floors. Built in 1994 on 5,610-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $7,213. Valuation: $628,000. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in N.D.G., Dollard, Beaconsfield
N.D.G. 6574 Starnes St., semi-detached cottage, 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, finished basement, unpaved driveway, near Monkland Village. Built in 1951 on 3,188-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $3,624. Valuation: $374,800. Asking price: $419,000. Sold for: $390,000. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Sud-Ouest, Côte St-Luc, Pointe-Claire
This week's sales were made in Sud-Ouest, Côte St-Luc and Pointe-Claire. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in downtown, Dollard, Pointe-Claire
Downtown 150 Sherbrooke St. East, condo, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, third-floor unit, balcony, indoor parking, gym in building, close to métro. Built in 2008. Taxes (municipal and school): $3,567. Condo fees: $207 per month. Valuation: $373,800. Asking price: $389,900. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Baie-d'Urfé, Beaconsfield, Dollard
Baie-d'Urfé 104 St. Andrew's St., split-level, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, on quiet cul-de-sac, large kitchen, fireplace, no neighbours behind, park across the street. Built in 1984 on 14,995-square-foot lot. Taxes (municipal and school): $3,277. Valuation: $409,000. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: Birthday gift creates a buzz in St-Lazare
It’s time for a quick pop quiz. What do a 15-year-old St-Lazare girl, the Honey Nut Cheerios cartoon mascot and an international action group aimed at fighting the proliferation of pesticide use have in common? Answer: They care about honey bees. → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in Beaconsfield, Île-Bizard, Lachine
Beaconsfield 403 Lakeshore Rd., two storeys, 4 bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms, custom-built, water views, unique design, high ceilings, private, gas fireplace, heated floors, garage, fully landscaped, in-ground pool. Built in 2012 on 26,543-square-foot lot. → Read More
Brenda O'Farrell: Will BAPE hearings change Hydro's plan in Dollard?
For just over three hours last week, residents and city officials in Dollard-des-Ormeaux presented their concerns and recommendations to the Bureau d’audiences publiques sur l’environnement which is assessing Hydro-Québec’s plan to install a higher-capacity transmission line between St-Jean a... → Read More
Random Sampler: Recent real-estate transactions in downtown, Riviére-des-Prairies, Pointe-Claire
Downtown 1110 René-Lévesque Blvd., condo, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, fourth-floor unit, large windows, quartz countertops in kitchen, hardwood floors, balcony, access to rooftop terrace with spectacular views and gas fireplace. Built in 2011. → Read More