Toronto Condo Tour: 1 Bedroom + Den + 2 Bath Condo ($2600)

[@sandraskalnik2369]

The mirrored wall is absolutely gorgeous.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much! It really makes the whole condo feel much bigger than it is!

[@Nunofyabizzzzz]

it's so beautiful to see someone so happy with their home! you look so grateful. happy for you! and you've done such a cool and beautiful job decorating

[@francesmenu]

Hi Astrid, I am incredibly grateful! Sounds cliché but home is where the heart is! Thank you for such kind words!

[@yeseniamyunfilteredlife6503]

I love your space and all the natural lighting.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! Natural lighting definitely lifts my mood, especially during the winter!

[@saudmeethal644]

The sunset views are perfect!

[@francesmenu]

The sunsets are definitely one of the reasons why I chose this condo! Mother nature knows what she's doing!

[@iyanuopaleke2730]

Beautiful Apartment. You did a great job putting the place together 👍🏾❤️

[@francesmenu]

Thank you for the kind words! It was a fun process!

[@kimjulyofficial]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video Frances ❤ have a great weekend!

[@francesmenu]

Hi Kim, thanks for watching and you have a great weekend too!

[@LifeissoDevine]

What a lovely space. I love how organize it is.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you!😊🧡

[@masp441]

I like the AP. The balkony with the view, the mirror, the sliding glass door...and the girl who lives in it. Greetings

[@gcchair7634]

I loved that you fast forward the video❤

[@AwesomeCanadianHomes]

You did a good job with the mirror really gives more light and the illusion of more space in a tiny condo.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much!

[@paulac4071]

Fantastic place. Love the way that you set it up

[@francesmenu]

Thank you for the kind words Paula!

[@buboysvlog]

nice i like the mirror how it was built, amazing.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much! It took a lot of planning but it was fun and I got to spend some quality time with my family!

[@derrviel]

5:35 I would totally do that too 😂I'll be moving to Toronto in 6 months' time and this is my kind of dream condo, love it! And I'm surprised to not see your chickens' poop everywhere 😂

[@francesmenu]

Congrats on the move! Where will you be coming from? Thank you for the kind words! 😊 It's a constant battle to clean chicken poop but for the most part I catch it time after they do their business. 💩

[@derrviel]

@@francesmenu You're so nice, thank you!! I'll be coming from Japan, it's gonna be a 16 hour flight 🥲 Haha that is tedious, reminds me of my late lovebird who used to poop 1 litre a day, was tiring to clean up every 10 mins 😂

[@AJ-yn6oy]

Beautiful ✨

[@Twintuitive717]

The bird door Omg ❤

[@sweetpain67]

Great video Frances, so free and cool!

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! 😃

[@mariyamsiddiqui5101]

Loved the place ❤ and especially your 🦜🦜

[@francesmenu]

Thank you!! The chickens like the limelight 😊

[@DaishaView]

The layout is a good use of the space!

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! It's difficult to be creative with the way rooms are arranged with limited space but I'm happy with the way it turned out 😊!

[@philodendros]

super cute home! It's a shame the cost of housing is so pricy in the GTA, especially Toronto/York region. But you made great use of the space! :)

[@philodendros]

also love how cozy your balcony is-- I think I might replace my balcony flooring with a rug too, it looks so nice

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! The average price of a 1 BDRM in Toronto is now $2500, my jaw dropped when I saw the article a few days ago!

[@rachaelg4861]

$2600?! Jesus. Thank goodness I moved during the pandemic, I pay $1850 a month for a 1+1 and it’s almost 1000 sq ft in Toronto😅

[@francesmenu]

That's such a great deal! So hard to find these days since interest rates have gone up. Which area of Toronto are you in if you don't mind me asking?

[@rachaelg4861]

@@francesmenu prices have gone up so much for rentals! I think it’s also important to note that it’s really important to get an apartment that is rent controlled. As often times realtors or landlords won’t mention this. I live in North York, right at Yonge and Sheppard 😊

[@ohaggie]

Yes, it is expensive 😮 but I’m sure there are differences between both of your apartments (high rise building most likely with a doorman and a gym, laundry in unit, etc). Plus, she has 2 bathrooms and almost 2 bedrooms (1 bedroom plus a Den that she uses as an office). Do you have a balcony and a view of downtown Toronto?

[@ctgctg1]

It’s not horribly expensive if you consider that hydro or water is likely included plus likely condo fees for all that equipment.

[@rachaelg4861]

@@ohaggie yeah my apartment is a pretty new condo but rent controlled, I use my den as an office since I work from home. I have a nice balcony(10th floor), with concierge and all the usual amenities that a condo brings. My apartment faces south so I have a nice view facing south of Yonge (downtown). I’m also steps from the subway which is a bonus. I actually recently looked at listings recently by my area and prices are also around the same price as the video mentions. ($2400-2600) I moved into my condo apartment in 2021 when prices went super low and you were able to negotiate prices with landlords though.

[@Whatinthehell20]

Gorgeous apartment and I absolutely love your decorating style. But how do you prevent the birds from pooping on surfaces if they aren't in a cage?

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much! I have this sixth sense and I call it 'poop alert' haha. After having these birds for so long my internal alarm clock tells me when they should roughly poop and I'll be on the lookout with a tissue. If they are sleeping on me, the poop takes a little bit longer to process.

[@Whatinthehell20]

@@francesmenu Oh wow! That's cool. I love that you make them a little door and steps. Adorable!

[@LifeofWalk]

Pretty cool, I like the layout!

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much!

[@FrankHuynh]

For 550 square ft -- made great use of the space!

[@giorfi-n7v]

nice space! Love the sofa. Just curious, how do the birds not poop all over?

[@Essbeexo20]

Hi :) now that you no longer live here, do you mind sharing what building this is? Looking for condos right now and really like the layout of yours. Thanks in advance ❤

[@monicac831]

Great video! Love all the plants! Wondering where your couch is from?

[@francesmenu]

Hi Monica, thank you🧡, the couch is the Karlstad from Ikea a long time ago. I believe the newer version of it is called the Morabo (although I have not tried sitting on it and I don't know what materials they offer this couch in). Hope that helps!

[@azamarabear]

Thanks for the upload

[@francesmenu]

Thank you for watching!

[@reneedennis2011]

Cool 😎 apartment!

[@francesmenu]

Thank you for the kind comment! 😊

[@reneedennis2011]

@@francesmenu You're welcome 😊!

[@vivianl.2077]

hello, congrats on your new condo!! love the birds, can you please list the camera you use for your videos?

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! I use the canon R6 for these videos and an external microphone. perhaps I will do a video on the gear I use. 😊

[@manrajgill6416]

So nice 😍😍😍😍

[@francesmenu]

Thanks 🤗

[@gloriaoppen8412]

You have a beautiful condo! Do your birds escape when you open the door to the balcony?

[@SipTimes]

Aesthetically beautiful

[@zedawing]

How did you get the condo owner to let you make all these modifications?

[@marikoflores7347]

Love the condo tour! Where did you get your knife block and how did you install it 😊

[@francesmenu]

I got the magnetic knife strip from Ikea! I didn't want to drill into the wall so I installed the magnetic strip onto a thin piece of plywood which I then used 6-7 command strips to stick to the wall. It wobbles a bit but has worked for the most part!

[@sania4763]

It's so beautiful ❤️

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much!

[@juliej5917]

I’m wondering how many sq ft? You’ve done a gorgeous job in making the space serene and sophisticated with your own style. 🎉

[@francesmenu]

Hi Julie, thank you for the kind words! It is 550 square feet and feels like an oasis!

[@evyguo7577]

Love it! Btw, where did you get your sofa? I really like it.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! I got it from Ikea way back, I think the newest version of it is called the Morabo although it doesn't look exactly the same!

[@jcsdesign]

Hi Frances, You did an excellent job putting together this audition tape for The Bachelor! Thanks for letting us into your world. ☺ In all honesty, the things you did with your condo is very creative. I'm sure it took a lot of effort and time to put it all together. How does one person decide which shower to use each night? I just moved into a 1 bed+ den, 1 bath myself and I don't really have much of a choice. The view is very nice and high. What floor are you on? Anyways, it must be quiet and peaceful living all alone. I am also on a high floor, west facing and I hear nothing but the sound of cars in the distances similar to your building. We have a lot in common already. Can't wait for your next video to follow!

[@francesmenu]

Thank you! More videos to come. Sometimes the sound of cars can be soothing like white noise 😂!

[@jcsdesign]

@@francesmenu You're welcome. But you never answered any of my questions. 😌

[@philodendros]

@@jcsdesign stop being a creepo and leave the lady alone

[@phoenix0110]

Not too shabby

[@francesmenu]

NottooShabbydabbydoo!

[@pegahdonna]

Aawwww Loooove your birds omg and the cute doggie. Pet babies make a home complete in my opinion (that is for people that can take care of them) so sweet of you to have the little door and seating for them lol. Your place is so calm and peaceful....the view 🙌🏽. You did a great job with it. Just wondering are you afraid of the birds flying out or being on such a high floor for your doggie being alone on the balcony?

[@francesmenu]

Thank you Pegah! The door might lead to Narnia, who knows! My birds were never out of their cage when I opened the balcony door if I can help it. The dog was always supervised when on the balcony and didn't spend much time out there (she just wasn't that interested unless I was out there), we have successfully kept each other out of trouble 😊.

[@pegahdonna]

@@francesmenu haha aaawww you're welcome 💕

[@anonymousanonymously8216]

Very nice condo

[@francesmenu]

Thank you!

[@evyguo7577]

Which part of North York is this? So beautiful!

[@francesmenu]

This is near Don Mills and Sheppard!

[@mrstoohappytocare]

do you like working in the den? I feel like it'll be too dark, specially during the winter time.

[@francesmenu]

I don't mind it! I do a lot of editing on the computer so dark spaces are needed from time to time.

[@MCJamZam]

Awesome condo! Super cool to see how other people decorate some of the limited spaces you get in this city. We just found a 2 bed 2 bath condo in central DT Toronto and I will certainly use this for inspiration on interior decoration! Quick question though, since you put carpet on the balcony - does it ever get too windy for you, as in do things ever blow off the balcony? I've seen that happen to some surprisingly large/heavy pillows in my area so I'm nervous to put too many light objects on the balcony in the new place. I really like what you've done out there though.

[@francesmenu]

Thank you so much! Small space storage is one of my favourite things to browse and it's much needed in many Toronto condos. I put down the heavy patio furniture on top of the rugs and it keeps them down, but they do bunch up sometimes. The pillows don't go anywhere. I think it really depends on your balcony, some places that are more windy, the whole rug would fly off, but luckily my balcony is not too windy. Some buildings also have rules as to what can and cannot be placed on the balcony, so please keep an eye out for that or they might give you a notice! By the way, congrats on finding the space downtown! Enjoy it!

[@jamesesguerra8751]

Where are you exactly in TO? 2018 we were renting a 2bd for 2300 in Don Mills/Sheppard. It's now at 2600? wooooah. Looks good, though!!

[@jamesesguerra8751]

Is this by Leslie and Shepp close to Ikea?? Im so curious lol

[@francesmenu]

Thanks! This was at Don Mills and Sheppard (although I'm no longer at that condo)

[@karunadhawan3494]

Amazing vide can I know from where you got birds from ...for how much we can buy That would be appreciated 😊

[@francesmenu]

Hi Karuna, I've had the birds (cockatiels) for over a decade now and I purchased them from a breeder that is no longer breeding birds. Unfortunately, I have no idea what the current market price for cockatiels is, but they are 'handfed', which results in a bird that is more comfortable with humans. We also worked a lot on our relationship which is why they have no fear of engaging with me and landing on my head! 😊

[@karunadhawan3494]

@@francesmenu thank you for your reply . For so.long I want to have birds in life , when saw your video was super excited . Hoping someday I find the place 😅

[@azamarabear]

Wait a second it's like February

[@francesmenu]

Good catch haha. I filmed this video last year and finally got around to editing it!

[@leeraxd]

I just moved to Toronto and my condo is all 1br + den and 2600. Actually your place looks similar to mine haha but it's not in downtown.

[@francesmenu]

Welcome to Toronto! That's not a bad price given that the rental price has gone up since this video was posted (ridiculous I know).

[@cristinaisip8908]

Where did you get your cute jeans?

[@francesmenu]

Hi Cristina! Thanks! They are from Uniqlo. The great thing is Uniqlo hems the jeans for you as well so I didn't need to go to an alteration place. 😊

[@joannejacob2024]

I'm moving to toronto soon, who can i contact? about these condos

[@MonikaDcosta]

Good for three people are you sharing

[@ShinelSymone]

Your space is so cute !! I’m currently trying to find an apartment as a newbie! Is this inclusive of utilities ? Just trying to get an idea thanks much

[@francesmenu]

Hi Samantha, thank you! This rent price $2600, is not inclusive of utilities (water, hydro), which are usually about $70 - 100 per month (I crank my heat up during the winter). However, each building is different so it's best you look at the building details. Where are you looking for an apartment? A kind reminder that there is also property insurance to consider as part of your monthly fees, and the pricing depends on your coverage.

[@ShinelSymone]

@@francesmenu thank you so much for responding .. I was thinking like Vaughan, north York Etobicoke somewhere where it won't be hard to get downtown

[@junejhunkie]

I think that is called a peninsula and not an island. Because it’s connected to the wall.

[@francesmenu]

It's actually a free standing island that can be moved from one spot to another! :)

[@hannahd1511]

Can I ask where your kitchen island is from? Or did it come with your apartment?

[@francesmenu]

Hi Hannah, the kitchen island came with the condo!

[@TheBohemianStyle]

I can’t fathom to pay rent that much, but I have to assume your income is very high for your rent to be 30% or less of your total income.

[@bobbyw858]

what building is this

[@cloudyair7395]

you seem like a very interesting person, I'm rlly curious; would you be able to do a day in your life vid? or exercise routine and what i eat in a day?😄

[@francesmenu]

Those are all great ideas! I haven't thought about it before, but I think I will, thanks for the suggestions!

[@lwahdoccies]

Beautiful apartment ❤️❤️❤️

[@francesmenu]

Thank you!! 😊

[@johnlaw6735]

🤣🤣🤣@ The closet showcase

[@shehan7353]

Haha i have the same thing in place re the transparent curtains 😅

[@francesmenu]

Glad to know I'm not the only one! It was scary movies that resulted in me wanting transparent curtains!

[@paulthorp9198]

You did great job. You are also very attractive

[@francesmenu]

😊 thank you

[@paulthorp9198]

I work in Toronto. Want meet at Tim hortons for a coffee

[@MesQueUnGirl]

how do you stay happy living alone in a small box in the city? i'm avoiding it because i feel like it'll be lonely, claustrophobic and an even bigger waste of money for a small box for that reason

[@francesmenu]

It's definitely not for everyone! It did make me quite happy when I was living there (the view just left me in awe everyday) and I miss it often.

[@Ban00]

You don't wash your dishes anymore? Wait a minute lol

[@francesmenu]

I mean by hand! 😂

[@Cottoncandy4life]

I’m saving that mirror diy for when I move out❤

[@francesmenu]

It is incredibly easy to make and much more cost effective than buying one!

[@kyleung2187]

very expensive apartment. cost almost the entire after tax salary when i was an analyst.

[@francesmenu]

Rent in Toronto and the surrounding area is outrageous, even before the pandemic! But being paid a livable wage is also the issue in Toronto. Real estate costs have gone up significantly, however wages have no increases in proportion. 🥲 I know I am incredibly lucky and am grateful for it everyday.

[@yiwei8050]

That’s way too expensive to live in Toronto

[@rdhallaxyz]

Hell na, that Dyson.. needs to get off that wall.....

[@LOMASH29]

💕💕💕⚘⚘⚘ from india.....

[@XJLCA]

Your birds don't poop randomly inside your unit? And there are no wild pigeons making a home on your balcony and dropping their sh"t everywhere?

[@francesmenu]

They do poop randomly haha, I have an instinct that tells me when I need to check and wipe. There are no wild pigeons!

[@sableknight8061]

Hoooly that string of hearts mine always break and die and yours are going berserk ae[oefjiosdhfosdhnfgoisd

[@francesmenu]

😂I think my birds have somehow magically trained it to grow faster. There have been many violent resets when they decide to nibble right from the very top, leaving me with a decapitated string of hearts. So now it knows, if it doesn't grow fast, it doesn't get to grow at all😂

[@donpresidente2121]

Overpriced birdcage 😂😂

[@anitavirginillo]

The birds need to be in the wild not trapped in cages and or apartments. This is just cruel.

[@katink9816]

bruh just shut up

[@jgator6694]

Oh please…there are thousands and thousands of domesticated birds kept as pets all over the world. They look pretty happy and well cared for

[@katink9816]

@@jgator6694 yeah but still you don t have the right to call this person cruel. I am sure the apartament is quite big and they re not living in a rat hole

[@jgator6694]

@@katink9816 yes. To be clear, it is not me.. it is anitavirginillo who called this cruel.. I am sure the apartment dweller didn’t steal these birds from the wild. And if she released them to the “wild”…well THAT would be cruel. They are clearly domesticated.

[@katink9816]

@@jgator6694 I am so sorry I thought you were Anna bc of the pfp color. SO SORRY😭

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

is there a point.?..clutter of cheap furniture, plants and cleaning supplies..nothing unique ..then you threw in birds honestly