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It has kind of flown under the radar but is now taking shape on the IKEA and will open in spring of 2015. It is immediately beside Cabela’s on a spot that that was designated for future development. Surprisingly, it has gotten built faster than the long awaited Lowe’s Home Improvement that presented their plans for the area many, many months ago.
More of the activity near IKEA has shifted across Sterling Lyon where the factory outlet mall is being laid even as we speak. Condos and apartments are also being prepared adjacent to the new shopping area.
What is interesting about Seasons is that it is a large 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment rental complex that is pet friendly. Unlike many apartments, it also has in suite washer and dryers and dishwashers. Prices are not listed for the apartments yet but given the shortage of newer rental units, it could prove popular.
The big question is: Will people want to be in space of one of Winnipeg’s newest and largest shopping districts?
If the increased building around Superstore on Bison Drive is an indication, the answer appears to be yes. It seems most developers have cottoned on to fact that if you want to fill your very large site, putting housing in might be the ticket.
There seems to be few larger developments now that don’t have some sort of housing component.
I am still awaiting the day that Polo Park or St. Vital Centre announce they are building additional floors for housing.
The arrange of housing for Seasons appears to be three buildings laid out in a horseshoe. All look to be four floors with outdoor parking.
There is additional retail likely to be added to south of Sterling Lyon near IKEA but it will be interesting to see if so much housing will attract a grocer to supply all the residents.
This has been a guest editorial by John Dobbin.
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