Southeast
Hidden Gem
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Also situated along the Seine is The Legend
at Creek Bend. The show unit at 1205 St.
Anne���s Rd. has a rustic vibe reminiscent of
a chalet and the condos nurture a serious
sense of community.
Irwin Homes built the The Legend���s third
phase, and agent Joel Neufeld says the concept and design is unique in Winnipeg. That
instantly becomes clear in the two-storey
entrance, which features an elegant winding staircase and cozy fireplace.
Units range from 760 square feet to 1,272
square feet with a starting price of $293,000.
Since Irwin Homes typically specializes in
single-family dwellings, the units are meticulously designed with custom-home elements in mind.
Buyers have their choice of oak, maple or
thermofoil kitchen cabinets and all suites
have large closets and in-suite laundry,
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nine-foot ceilings and natural gas hookups for a balcony barbecues.
The Legend resident Wayne McNabb says he appreciates amenities that include a common room with pool tables, a gym, sauna, library and guest suites
condo owners can rent for guests.
���I like the whole atmosphere, the camaraderie that we have here,��� he says. ���Because we do have so much common area, you get to know your neighbour.���
When Mr. McNabb retired, he and his wife sold their house and bought a
two-bedroom, 1,154 square foot condo in The Legend���s second phase so they
could lock up and travel as they please.