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The Varley — Boutique Luxury Living
at 20 Fred Varley Drive
A four-storey, LEED-certified condominium of just 108 suites, set steps from historic Main Street Unionville. Refined interiors, concierge service, and one of Markham's most walkable heritage addresses — presented by Michael John Lau, REALTOR®.
What Kind of Condo Is The Varley?
The Varley, formally Varley Condominium Residences, was developed by Tribute Communities and completed in 2018 in the heart of Unionville, Markham. Named after Group of Seven painter Frederick Varley — whose gallery sits nearby on Main Street — this LEED-certified, four-storey boutique low-rise holds just 108 suites, designed by Graziani + Corazza Architects.
It is a deliberate contrast to the glass towers that define the rest of Markham. Suites range from roughly 638 to over 2,500 square feet, giving buyers genuine room to live rather than the compressed footprints of typical condo stock. This is a building for those who want the ease of condo ownership without surrendering the space and privacy of a home.
Why People Love Living Here
The Varley pairs the ease of a boutique building with the rarest asset in Markham real estate — a walkable heritage village at your doorstep.
Steps to Main Street Unionville
A four-minute walk to the restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and the Varley Art Gallery that draw thousands of visitors each year. With a walk score in the low 80s, daily life happens on foot.
Toogood Pond at Your Doorstep
The 33-hectare Toogood Pond Park anchors the neighbourhood with walking trails, water, and green space — nature access without leaving the city.
Top-Ranked Schools
Unionville is home to Unionville High School and several highly regarded elementary and middle schools — a defining draw for the families who make up this community.
Refined, Elevated Interiors
Ten-foot smooth ceilings, engineered hardwood, private balconies, granite counters, and integrated Miele appliances. Primary suites offer double sinks, glass showers, and soaker tubs.
Amenities Built for Boutique Living
Concierge-level service at an intimate scale — the amenities residents actually use, without the crowds of a high-rise tower.
Maintenance fees run approximately $0.88 per square foot — higher than the Markham average of roughly $0.67, reflecting the boutique scale and concierge service. Air conditioning, building insurance, and water are typically included in monthly fees.
Who Lives in Unionville?
Unionville is affluent, highly educated, and family-centred — and the surrounding community data tells the story clearly. This is a stable, owner-occupied community of established families and professionals who hold their homes for the long term.
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The dominant professions cluster in sales and service and in business, finance, and administration. Culturally, Unionville is richly diverse, with Cantonese, Mandarin, and English among the most common household languages — reflecting the community's strong and well-established Chinese-Canadian population. For a buyer, this paints a clear picture: educated, financially secure, family-oriented neighbours in a community that holds its value.
What Types of Suites Are Available?
The Varley offers one-bedroom, one-plus-den, two-bedroom, and larger two-plus-den layouts, many with two full bathrooms or more. Floor plans favour space and privacy, including split-bedroom designs with dual ensuites that suit couples, downsizers, and small families alike.
Larger suites exceed 1,500 square feet with multiple balconies overlooking the park — a lifestyle closer to a detached home than a conventional condo. Buyers here prioritize square footage, natural light, and finish quality over sheer building height, and The Varley is built precisely for that buyer.
Who The Varley Suits Best
- Downsizers and empty nesters who want space, security, and walkability without maintaining a house.
- Professional couples working in the GTA who value a refined, low-maintenance lifestyle.
- Small families drawn to top-ranked Unionville schools and larger suite layouts.
- Investors seeking a limited-supply, premium address in a stable, high-income community.
- Buyers who love heritage character and want to live steps from Main Street and Toogood Pond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of condo is 20 Fred Varley Drive?
The Varley (Varley Condominium Residences) is a boutique, LEED-certified, four-storey luxury low-rise built by Tribute Communities in 2018. It contains just 108 suites in the Unionville neighbourhood of Markham, ranging from roughly 638 to over 2,500 square feet.
What amenities does The Varley condo have?
The building offers 24-hour concierge, a fitness centre, yoga room, party room, and media room, plus a guest suite, visitor parking, a landscaped courtyard with a high-end BBQ, a car wash, a pet wash, and bike storage. It is a pet-friendly community.
Why do people love living at The Varley?
Residents value the four-minute walk to historic Main Street Unionville, proximity to Toogood Pond Park, access to top-ranked schools, the intimate 108-suite scale, and refined finishes including 10-foot ceilings, engineered hardwood, and integrated Miele appliances.
Who lives in Unionville, Markham?
Unionville is an affluent, highly educated, family-oriented community with an average household income of approximately $149,000. Around 60% of residents are married, close to 44% hold a university degree, and homeownership sits near 80%. Cantonese, Mandarin, and English are among the most common household languages.
How much are maintenance fees at 20 Fred Varley Drive?
Maintenance fees run approximately $0.88 per square foot, higher than the Markham average of about $0.67, reflecting the boutique scale and concierge service. Air conditioning, building insurance, and water are typically included. Buyers should verify current fees against the specific suite and live MLS® listing.
Considering a Move to The Varley?
Michael John Lau is a trusted luxury REALTOR® serving Unionville, Markham, and the Greater Toronto Area. For current availability at 20 Fred Varley Drive, or to explore whether this boutique building fits your next move, connect directly.
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