My Dream Home

globeandmail.com
'It's not Buckingham Palace'

One of Canada's most famous business addresses — 10 Toronto Street — has been put up for sale and calls are pouring in from prospective buyers.

The 153-year-old landmark, once the headquarters for E.P. Taylor and Conrad Black, is best known for its imposing frontage with four Ionic pillars and a massive coat of arms.

The property was recently listed with Colliers International by Hollinger Inc., once controlled by Lord Black. Colliers is still putting together an information package on the site and the agent handling the listing, Michael Cowie, was not available for comment.

But word of the listing is already the talk of real estate circles and Hollinger has been fielding a flurry of inquiries.

'I've heard of a number of well-known people who have looked at it seriously and I know a few people who are very keen on it,' said Toronto developer Harry Stinson, adding that he will likely submit a bid. 'There's certainly a fascinating history to it.' [... more in the Globe and Mail article]

I've had my eye on this building for going on 15 years. I had no idea it was historical or owned by the past powers that were. I did know that the building strongly signifies security, luxury, and location. I've always intended to live there. After some research, I became aware it owned by Argos Corp., and that this was taken over by Black in the '70's. Darn it. I don't think I'll be shucking out 10M for a cool space to live. Maybe when it next hits the market in 20 years. ;) Curiously, I find the rear view more compelling. And I've a strong fondess for old bank buildings.