The Harlowe at 608 Richmond St W: Toronto Condo Building Guide

If you’ve been looking at condos in downtown Toronto, Queen West or King West, you’ve probably come across The Harlowe at 608 Richmond St W.

The Harlowe is not your typical glass condo tower. Built with a warehouse-inspired design, red brick exterior, black metal accents and large industrial-style windows, the building was designed to reflect the character and history of the surrounding neighbourhood.

For buyers and sellers, understanding the building itself is just as important as looking at an individual unit.

The Harlowe at 608 Richmond St W

The Harlowe was developed by Lamb Development Corp., the developer behind a number of Toronto condominium projects. The building was completed in 2018 and is a 14-storey condominium at Richmond Street West and Bathurst Street.

The project was designed by Core Architects, with the building’s architecture specifically intended to reference the warehouse and industrial history of the area. The City of Toronto’s Urban Design Awards submission describes the project as using a brick façade reminiscent of the area’s former warehouses, along with a strong street presence on Richmond Street West.

That design is one of the things that makes The Harlowe stand out.

Instead of a sleek glass box, the building combines red brick, blackened metal, glass and exposed concrete, giving it more of a modern soft-loft feel.

A Loft-Inspired Interior

The industrial look continues inside many of the suites.

Typical Harlowe features include:

• Exposed concrete ceilings
• Large warehouse-style windows
• Open-concept layouts
• Approximately 9-foot ceilings in principal rooms
• Modern kitchens
• Hardwood flooring in many suites
• Large balconies and terraces
• Gas BBQ hookups on select balconies and terraces
• In-suite laundry
• Heat-pump heating and cooling systems

Some of the larger suites have particularly impressive outdoor spaces ( terraces) and views, while the upper floors have a more contemporary glass-and-steel appearance.

Harlowe Condo Amenities

The Harlowe focuses more on practical, useful amenities than on having a massive list of resort-style facilities.

Building amenities include:

Fitness Centre
A gym is available for residents who want to work out without leaving the building.

Concierge
The building has concierge service, providing a staffed front desk for residents and visitors.

Party Room & Lounge
There is a resident entertaining space with dining and lounge areas, making it useful for hosting friends or larger gatherings.

Visitor Parking
Visitor parking is available for guests.

Underground Parking
The building includes underground parking, an important feature for downtown buyers who want to maintain the option of having a car.

Bike Storage
Secure bicycle storage is also available.

Some building sources also identify guest suites and additional meeting/entertaining space among the building’s features.

The Location

One of the biggest advantages of 608 Richmond St W is the location.

The Harlowe sits right between some of downtown Toronto’s most popular neighbourhoods. You’re close to:

• King West
• Queen West
• Trinity Bellwoods
• The Entertainment District
• Fashion District
• Downtown Toronto
• Restaurants and cafés
• Shopping and boutiques
• Parks and green space
• TTC transit

It’s a particularly convenient location for someone who wants to live downtown and have restaurants, entertainment and everyday amenities within walking distance.

Thinking About Buying or Selling at 608 Richmond St W?

If you’re considering buying or selling a condo at The Harlowe, I can help you understand what the numbers actually look like.

For buyers, that means comparing Harlowe units with recent sales and competing downtown condos.

For sellers, it means determining where your unit fits in today’s market and creating a strategy around pricing, presentation and exposure.

Thinking about buying or selling at The Harlowe? Let’s talk about your condo before you make your next move.