Celebrity Place

We’re not quite sure if any bona fide celebrities live at 77 Maitland Place — but in a city like Toronto, anything is possible. Regardless, the building wasn’t named for its inhabitants, but rather for Celebrity Club, a former occupant of the lot.

Built in 1985 by Danand Investments Limited, Celebrity Place is home to enough units that a wide variety of residents can call the building home: the two 19-storey towers are filled with 382 suites. One immediate clue that reveals the longer lifespan of 77 Maitland is its façade. The hefty red brick edifice is rather different from the sleek glass condos cropping up all over the city today.

The two octagon-esque towers of equal height share a podium and underground parking, meaning decisions about which tower to live in may be made based on what’s available or a buyer’s preferred view.

Although older buildings are sometimes associated (at least mentally) with a lack of modern amenities, Celebrity Place definitely proves that theory wrong. Residents have access to an indoor swimming pool, library, party room, hobby room, and theatre, as well as a gym and sauna. And squash and basketball players can battle it out for who gets to play on the multi-use court.

Besides entertainment, residents of 77 Maitland also enjoy a balance of safety and convenience. The building features an onsite security guard and a convenience store. And those looking to connect with their neighbours can always help out with the building’s compost and herb gardens.