The Locks Condos

Description

The Locks Condo Project

This new condo project boasts lakeside views within a charming, verdant, and welcoming community with walkable access to restaurants and transit.

The Locks Condos is a pre-construction mixed-use condominium development in St. Catharines. This 6-building low-rise to mid-rise project is located at 12 Lock St, on the northeast corner of Lock St and Main St in the Port Dalhousie community.

This condo buildings will comprise ranging in height between 5 and 12 storeys with a total of 160 residential units, 19,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, and an additional 4,400 sq. ft. of community space.

Amenities

Refined, upscale, and modern, these condominium towers sport bold, geometric brick exteriors alongside three heritage buildings. Walls of floor-to-ceiling windows take advantage of plenty of natural light and beauty. The Locks condo roject will comprise private terraces, public courtyards, and pedestrian-friendly walkways. There will be 160 residential units available in a range of sizes. Additionally, 259 parking spaces will be provided in a three-storey structure — one level above ground and two levels below.

Ample commercial space will provide convenience to residents and the community. An public space will be given to the city for community-building purposes that reflect the welcoming tone of the Port Dalhousie neighbourhood.

Location & Neighbourhood

Residents of The Locks can enjoy stunning panoramic views of Lake Ontario year-round, thanks to a highly sought-after location on the St. Catharines peninsula. Although primarily a car-dependent area, Port Dalhousie is also a very walkable and bikeable neighbourhood with great local features like easy access to the waterfront, excellent dining spots, and lush greenery.

Niagara Region Transit runs through this neighbourhood, with two bus routes that lead straight to Downtown St. Catharines. It takes less than 15 mins to travel from The Locks to the St. Catharines GO Station, where commuters can hop onto the Lakeshore West line and get to Union Station in 2 hours. Additionally, the QEW is a short drive away, providing an easy route to the rest of the region. From here, it’s 20 mins to Niagara Falls, 45 mins to Hamilton, and 90 mins to Toronto.

There’s a lot for nature lovers to appreciate. St. Catharines is known as the “Garden City” due to its plentiful parks. Next to The Locks is Lakeside Park, which features a beach, playground, carousel, picnic area, and pavilion. Other parks within walking distance include Rennie Park, Westcliffe Park, and Royal Henley Park, which all boast fantastic views of the water. This is a wonderful place for retirees as locals can enjoy plenty of relaxing water activities like boating, fishing, and lakefront trails.

Other attractive features make this neighbourhood a marvellous tourist attraction. Port Dalhousie has two picturesque piers and a lighthouse, while Port Dalhousie Marina is one of the most popular marinas on Lake Ontario and features the largest floating patio on the lake. The Welland Canal Lock 1 is less than 10 minutes away, offering historical and tourism value. There is even a local museum dedicated to the canal locks of St. Catharines: the St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre.

For everyday convenience and enjoyment, residents of The Locks can dine at highly-rated local restaurants, pubs, and cafes just steps away. Among the highlights are The Twisted Pig (Italian), The Kilt and Clover (pub), and Balzac’s (coffee). Nearby grocery stores include No Frills, Avondale Food Stores, and Metro, all less than 5 minutes away by car. And the neighbourhood branch of the St. Catharines Public Library is a short walk away, providing community resources and a quiet place to read and relax.

Fairview Mall is a brief 7-minute drive south. This popular shopping center features over 40 stores and services, including SportChek, Winners, Chapters, Dollarama, and Staples. Downtown St. Catharines is just 10 minutes away, and it sports many attractions, including the Meridian Centre, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, and Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts. These two locations offer plenty of job opportunities to residents.

Another feature of Port Dalhousie is the vital Heywood Generating Station on Twelve Mile Creek and Martindale Pond. St. Catharines Hydro Generation Inc. owns this critical power station, which provides job opportunities to locals.

Contact a Platinum Agent today to learn more about this lakeside investment opportunity!