Private elevator access represents the pinnacle of condo townhouse luxury, with only four Yorkville buildings offering this feature across a mere 12 total units in the entire neighborhood. This ultra-rare amenity delivers single-family home convenience within multi-unit buildings, eliminating stair navigation while adding architectural distinction and resale prestige. For comprehensive information about all Yorkville condo townhouse inventory, see our Complete Yorkville Condo Townhouse Directory.
Pears On The Avenue
170 Avenue Road, Toronto
Five exclusive three-storey townhomes occupy Pears On The Avenue at 127-135 Pears Avenue within a 175-unit Menkes development completed in 2015. Each townhouse features private elevator access, private rooftop terraces, and private garage entry, complemented by building amenities including 24-hour concierge, indoor pool, gym, and guest suites. The three-storey configuration benefits maximally from elevator convenience, while rooftop terrace access via private elevator creates seamless indoor-outdoor flow. These five units represent Pears On The Avenue's most exclusive offerings within a development primarily featuring traditional condo apartments.
36 Hazelton
36 Hazelton Avenue, Toronto
A single ultra-luxury townhouse occupies 36 Hazelton Avenue in a 19-unit boutique building developed by Alterra Group and Zinc in 2014-2015. This two-storey residence spans 4,000-4,600 square feet with private elevator serving both levels, private courtyard providing rare ground-level outdoor space, and semi-private garage access. The boutique building offers 24-hour concierge, car wash, gym, and party room, establishing luxury service standards. As the building's sole townhouse among 18 traditional condo units, this property delivers exceptional exclusivity and privacy within Yorkville's competitive luxury market. The substantial square footage and courtyard access distinguish this offering as true estate-style living in condominium format.
Four Lowther
4 Lowther Avenue, Toronto
Four three-storey townhomes occupy Four Lowther at 4 Lowther Avenue in a 40-unit heritage building developed by Elmer-Yale in 1985. Each townhouse includes private elevator access across all three floors, providing aging-in-place convenience in a mature building with established character. Amenities include BBQ permissions, car wash, concierge, gym, and indoor pool, offering comprehensive facilities despite the building's 1985 vintage. The property's longevity demonstrates enduring appeal and solid construction quality, while the heritage designation adds architectural distinction increasingly rare in modern developments. Four Lowther blends classic architecture with modern elevator convenience in a boutique building format.
The Regency Yorkville
68 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto & 73 Scollard Street, Toronto
Two two-storey townhouses occupy The Regency Yorkville at 68 Yorkville Avenue (73 Scollard Street entrance) in a 58-unit Art Deco building from 2008. Units range 3,000-3,249 square feet, featuring private elevators, private terraces, and private garage access. Amenities include BBQ permissions, concierge, gym, party room, and visitor parking. The Art Deco architectural distinction, Yorkville Avenue address, and generous unit sizes position these townhouses among the neighborhood's most prestigious offerings. With only two units in the entire building, scarcity creates exceptional exclusivity.
The Ultra-Luxury Advantage
Private elevator access transcends convenience to signal architectural investment and luxury positioning. The scarcity - just 12 units across Yorkville's entire 206+ condo townhouse inventory - creates prestige through exclusivity while limiting competitive supply for resale. Prospective buyers seeking this feature face extremely limited options, while owners benefit from minimal competition. The feature proves particularly valuable for aging-in-place planning, entertaining guests with mobility considerations, and daily living comfort in multi-storey residences. Beyond functionality, private elevators demonstrate building quality and developer commitment to luxury specifications rather than mass-market efficiency.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Yorkville condo townhouses have private elevators?
Only 12 townhouse units across four buildings in all of Yorkville feature private elevator access: Pears On The Avenue (5 units), 36 Hazelton (1 unit), Four Lowther (4 units), and The Regency Yorkville (2 units). This represents less than 6% of Yorkville's total 206+ condo townhouse inventory, making private elevator access one of the neighborhood's rarest luxury features.
What's the difference between building elevators and private elevators?
Building elevators serve all residents with shared access to multiple floors and units. Private elevators serve individual townhouse units exclusively, operating only within that single residence across its multiple levels without shared access. Private elevators provide single-family home convenience within condominium buildings.
Are private elevators worth the premium cost?
Private elevators add substantial value for aging-in-place planning, daily convenience across multiple storeys, entertaining guests with mobility considerations, and resale prestige through extreme scarcity. The feature particularly benefits three-storey residences where stair navigation becomes significant. However, premium costs include both higher purchase prices and building amenities requiring comprehensive assessment.
Can private elevators be added to existing condo townhouses?
Adding private elevators to existing townhouses requires structural modifications, dedicated elevator shafts, mechanical installations, and condo corporation approvals that make retrofits prohibitively expensive and often structurally impossible. Buyers seeking this feature should target buildings originally designed with private elevator infrastructure.
Do private elevators require special maintenance?
Private elevators require regular inspections, annual certifications, and periodic mechanical servicing similar to building elevators but serving individual units. Maintenance costs typically incorporate into building operations covered through the condominium corporation, with servicing managed by professional property management as part of comprehensive building maintenance programs.
Experience Yorkville's Most Exclusive Townhouse Living
Private elevator access defines the apex of condo townhouse luxury - 12 units across four buildings in all of Yorkville where architectural distinction meets everyday convenience. Imagine entertaining across three levels without guest stair navigation, aging in place across decades without mobility concerns, arriving home with groceries riding directly to your kitchen level. These residences deliver single-family estate convenience within full-service condominium buildings, combining the impossible. Nissan Michael and Grace Chan of the Mr. Yorkville Real Estate Group provide exclusive access to Yorkville's private elevator inventory, representing buyers in markets where scarcity demands sophisticated negotiation and deep neighborhood expertise.
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