721-3 ELLESMERE Street, Richmond Hill, ON
Langstaff, Richmond Hill · MLS® N13463268
About this home
Confession: I see a lot of condos. Some are beautiful in the photos and disappointing in person. Some have great locations but awkward layouts. Some have nice finishes but no soul.This isn't one of those condos.Perched on the 7th floor of The Gates of Bayview Glen, this 2-bedroom suite gets the fundamentals right-and that's rarer than you think. The layout makes sense. The rooms are properly sized. The natural light shows up every day without being asked. And the unobstructed northeast view is the kind you'll appreciate long after the excitement of moving day wears off.At approximately 840 sq. ft., the open-concept living and dining area offers plenty of space to relax, entertain, work from home, or do all three at the same time. The updated kitchen features a breakfast bar overlooking the main living space and direct access to the balcony-because coffee simply tastes better with a view.You'll find two spacious bedrooms, one full bathroom, underground parking, a locker, and the kind of practical storage space that makes everyday living easier. Laminate flooring in the living and dining areas adds a fresh, modern touch, while the functional layout offers flexibility for first-time buyers, downsizers, professionals, and investors alike.The location is equally compelling. Steps to Yonge Street. Close to shopping, restaurants, parks and schools. Easy access to Highway 407. One bus ride to Finch Subway Station. Whether you drive, commute, work remotely, or some combination of all three, life here is remarkably convenient.This isn't the biggest condo in Richmond Hill.It doesn't need to be.It's the kind of condo people buy because it feels right the moment they walk through the door.The photos tell part of the story. The view does the rest.
Key facts
- Property type
- Condo Apartment, Apartment
- MLS®
- N13463268
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Size
- 800-899
- Cross streets
- Yonge and Bantry
- Parking
- 1 garage (underground)
- Basement
- None
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Brick, Concrete
- Maintenance
- $828/mo
- Exposure
- North East
- Property tax
- $2,277 / 2026
- Days on market
- 29
- Listing brokerage
- REMAX YOUR COMMUNITY REALTY
Rooms
laminate · double closet · large window
laminate · w/o to balcony · overlooks garden
laminate · double closet · large window
laminate · track lighting · open concept
ceramic floor · b/i vanity · 4 pc bath
ceramic floor · breakfast bar · backsplash
ceramic floor · double closet · combined w/laundry
Listed at $549,000, this home is right in line with comparable homes. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
Based on 33 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 33 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $498K, a bit lower.
How I got there
Here is the exact math behind the estimate. I start from the closest comparable listing and adjust for the real differences (size, beds, baths) to land on a like-for-like value for this home.
- Closest comparable, listed at $475K
- Bathrooms −$15K
- Adjusts to $460K
That comparable adjusts to $460K; the $565K estimate above is the median of all 33 comparables, which is steadier than any single home.This uses comparable active listings, not sold prices. Lot, condition, and finishes are my in-person call, and I can run a full CMA with recent solds.
The assigned public school is Charles Howitt PS. EQAO is only one input, and families here also look at French Immersion, boundary, and private options, the full breakdown is below.
On location, this is a very walkable address with everyday errands close by. Yonge St / Bantry Av is about a 2-minute walk away. Walkable, transit-friendly spots tend to hold value and widen your resale pool.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $565K, median of 33 comparables.
What the listing highlightsThese are claims from the listing. The only way to know for sure is to see it in person, and I am happy to book you a private showing.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Transit / schools nearby: convenience and resale support, verify the exact distances and school catchment.
- Lifestyle
- Value driver
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 5 closest of 8 active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 9% below the area average of $708/sqft.
14 days longer than the Richmond Hill average (15 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Langstaff, Richmond Hill, ON
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Getting around
Very WalkableA walkability read built from the amenities around this home: how close the nearest transit stop is, and how many grocery, dining, park, and pharmacy destinations fall within a 15-minute walk. It is a guide, not a guarantee. Places data from Google.
Most daily errands can be done on foot.
🚉 Nearest transit: Yonge St / Bantry Av, about 120 m away
Within a 15-minute (1.5 km) walk.
How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.
Typical asking price of active listings of the same type, per area (outliers removed). Richmond Hill.
Get the full neighbourhood report (schools, parks, transit & safety) →
The public and Catholic schools this address is zoned for, with EQAO results (the share of students meeting Ontario's provincial standard).
School attendance boundaries and EQAO results are Ontario government data and can change. Confirm the current catchment with the school board before relying on it.
Affordability & Mortgage
Income needed assumes a ~32% GDS ratio; weekly is mortgage principal & interest only. Price ÷ income is the home price over the income needed. Fixed reference assumptions so listings compare on equal footing, not a lending decision.
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Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 3.99% via Ratehub.ca (as of July 17, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $439,200 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $2,344
- Property tax
- $190
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $828
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $3,361
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $7,455
- Estimated closing costs
- $7,455
Plus your down payment of $109,800. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.
Mortgage stress test
Lenders qualify you at the greater of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%. You do not pay this rate. It just shows you could still handle payments if rates rose, so aim to stay comfortable at this higher number.
Over the full 25 years
At the end of your 5-year term
- Total paid over the term
- $140,624
- Principal paid down
- $55,932
- Interest paid
- $84,692
- Balance remaining
- $383,268
Talk to Team Asgarian about your options
Rates and programs change often. We will connect you with a trusted mortgage professional and build a plan that fits your budget and goals.
Estimates only, not a mortgage quote or pre-approval. Figures use Canadian semi-annual compounding, current minimum down-payment rules, CMHC premium tiers, and Ontario (plus Toronto, when selected) land transfer tax. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and closing costs vary by lender and property. Confirm every number with your mortgage professional.
Investor snapshot
Thinking of this home as an investment? We will pull real comparable rents and run the full numbers with you.
Talk about the numbersEstimates only. Rent is modelled on above-grade size and local norms, so a finished basement or second suite (a separate entrance often means one) can push real rent well above this. Taxes, fees, and vacancy vary by property, and cap rate is before financing. A starting point, not a final number, let us run the real ones with you.
Helpful resources
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