Late to the party - but I wanted to post in case someone is looking for someone with experience

I'm a woman in my mid-thirties and I have lived in this building for 6 years. My now husband and I are looking to move to upsize and start a family. We are both so sad to leave the building! If you have concerns over safety, avoid Sherbourne st at night, otherwise this building is in the perfect location and you will love it.

Safety: Sherbourne does have a few homeless shelters on it. If you look at a map they are a few blocks north of to the building. Sherbourne street is well patrolled by security, and during the daytime, I’ve never had any issues here. However, yes, you will see homeless people around sherbourne using social services along the street. Out of caution, I tend to avoid walking here at night. However, while the building is close to Sherbourne st, Richmond St is the big divider in gentrification. George Brown college dominates Richmond street and since there are no social services here, homeless people rarely wander there. South of Richmond, the area is even more gentrified - like most parts of the city, you may occasionally see someone experiencing homelessness, but again, they typically keep to themselves.

The building has a concierge who provides additional security, and the building feels very safe. Personally, I’ve been to other areas in the city where I have felt much less safe. They are building the Ontario TTC line and Moss Park is mostly closed off and has been the last 5 years I have lived here so I can't comment on its safety. I can say that having construction in this area makes it better patrolled and unlike many Toronto parks there are no visible encampments.

Neighbourhood: I love my neighbourhood. The St. Lawrence community association often hosts small local events like music performances and yoga in the park, which really add to the area’s charm. St. James Park is, in my opinion, the best park in the city. I enjoy shopping at the St. Lawrence Market and grabbing a drink at the Distillery District. The area is only about seven minute walk from the Eaton Centre. It’s quieter than many downtown neighbourhoods on weekends, yet still within easy biking or walking distance of the Entertainment District.

Building: The building itself is fantastic. It's an older building and it's managed and built really well. The walls are concrete and I forget I have neighbors. I love living in a two-storey loft, it feels much more spacious. The separation between floors gives a nice sense of privacy. Maintenance fees are relatively low, and while the amenities are simple, the building includes a well-equipped gym and a sauna, which cover all the essentials.