Condo developments
cover the waterfront
By Pat St. Germain
Cont'd on page 26
>> MANITOBANS ARE spoiled for
choice when it comes to condominiums.
Developers in Brandon, the Pembina Valley,
eastern Manitoba and throughout Winnipeg
have tailored plans to meet the needs of a
wide range of demographics.
Young buyers in the market for a starter
home in a family-friendly community might
look to Ventura Developments' bare-land
condominiums in La Salle.
Two-storey craftsman-style homes with
private yards and garages at the rear have
curb appeal to spare, along with attractive
prices.
Ten minutes or less from the south
Perimeter, the growing community offers
housing options from entry-level to empty-
nest and everything in between, along with
parks and playgrounds, a golf course and
plenty of recreational options near the
La Salle River.
At the other end of the spectrum, baby
boomers might want to look in a completely
different direction, to Irwin Homes' Montour
Gardens in Birds Hill, just a few minutes
north of Winnipeg. Luxury attached
bungalows with two-car garages and large
decks are close to the centre of town, within
walking distance of a supermarket and strip
mall, and right across the street from the
popular Jonesy's Restaurant and Lounge.
"It's one of the best locations in East
St. Paul if you want to have walkable
amenities," says realtor Rick Jansen, who
grew up in Birds Hill.
"It's very unique — and especially unique
to East St. Paul — which is why we've had
really good response from the market."
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