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Border City Living

Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Community Eats & Drinks Real Estate

For Sale: The (Un)-Common Residence/Restaurant Duo

Historically rich real estate in an established neighbourhood can present opportunities for savvy investors seeking financial freedoms or goals that can help them achieve a specific, sought-after lifestyle – and may we add, foodstyle.

A vulnerable building that once existed as the local bar for the likes of Chandler Walker and Fire Chief Thomas Drury in the mid-1900s sat humbly at the corner of Gladstone and Cataraqui until it was nearly forgotten. The mixed-use building in Walkerville, one of Windsor’s most iconic neighbourhoods, wasn’t short on character but required extensive planning, rehabilitation and renovations to revive its historic verve.

After years of jumping through hoops and navigating building codes, engaging engineers and architects, and extensive construction, what resulted is essentially a brand new building that will prove its legacy for years to come.

Dedicated rehabilitation completed in 2019 when it was finally ready for people to begin to use and enjoy. Residential space offered for lease in the second storey includes four modern studio apartments boasting loads of natural light, high ceilings, exposed bricks and bamboo countertops. Clean lines embrace sleek kitchens fitted with brand new appliances, and glossy new bathrooms make these spaces move-in ready. The Border City Living Real Estate Group welcomed a long list of applicants who swooned over the modern Brooklyn-style loft vibes.

This years-long transformation is breathing new life and energy into the community by opening a restaurant in its main-floor commercial space. The Gladstone Commons is a contemporary, small-plates restaurant offering Canadian cuisine with a flare of European influence. Its seasonal and locally-sourced menu by chef Dana Friis is elevated in collaboration with pastry chef Olivia Beaumont, and front-of-house crew and manager, Stephen Gambee. Gambee recently won a title in the top “30 Under 30” in Hospitality Canada. A Toronto native, Gambee moved from the GTA to Windsor to realize his personal investment goals.

Over a cherry margarita and a new summer bourbon drink of Gambee’s creation, we sat down with Stephen at the bar in the restaurant, and discussed the business opportunities he and the team are cultivating in Windsor.

He admitted that as a Torontonian he’d never dreamt of having a backyard or private driveway, let alone a corner lot with two driveways, which are both parts of his current living situation. He also never considered moving to Windsor. However, as Toronto real estate grew further and further out of reach, he was naturally drawn to the Windsor area because of its family-friendly community, its close proximity to Detroit, and its affordable real estate market.

After finding a house in the Fontainebleau neighbourhood, Gambee settled in and began making his house a home. He quickly understood the attainable good fortune and opportunities here in Windsor for dreamers and entrepreneurs. With the lifting of Covid-19 travel restrictions, Gambee is looking forward to crossing the border to explore the Motor City culinary scene. But more than that, his excitement is spilling into hopeful confidence that many Detroiters will return the love and flock to South Detroit to experience the culinary prowess that is The Gladstone Commons. With Friis at the helm, patrons can expect more than a remarkable chef’s tasting menu and top-notch service with brilliant cocktails by Gambee. The Gladstone is a gorgeous eating space that is streamlined with coolness everywhere one looks.

The Gladstone Commons restaurant and the residents upstairs are creating a refreshing, vibrant energy in the heart of the Walkerville neighbourhood comparable to mixed-use, commercial/residential locations in Brooklyn, New York. This burst of vitality in Windsor’s urban landscape invigorates our suburban frames of mind and invites us to feel away-from-home at home.

Exciting new real estate developments at the corner of Wyandotte and Argyle, the Distillery Square, means more eyes on the area as more buildings are slated to transform into boutique hotels, with retail, streetscaping and more residential lofts that will continue to enhance the vitality and vibrancy of the Rose City.

Reimagined ways of living and eating in contemporary and sustainable practices will continue to improve our neighbourhoods. With its delectable restaurant, The Gladstone Commons, below and its super-cool residential homes above, this vintage-value building is proof that a risky opportunity can pay off as a vessel for entrepreneurial dreams.

As real estate agents who believe in cultivating your lifestyle, let’s talk about making your dreams come true. This fully tenanted investment property is available for purchase through Border City Living Real Estate Group. For more details and sales particulars, reach out to us!

Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty / Independently Owned and Operated
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Sales Representatives

hello@bordercityliving.com
519-562-8699

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We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️ We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶 Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman.  . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community.

Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be!

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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
.
Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️ We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶 Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman.  . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
2 weeks ago
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community.

Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be!

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#BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
1 month ago
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️ MLS# 22027911 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . . #forsale #YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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