[Saint John, NB] 99 King Street | 13 storeys | Under Construction

[cdnguys]

Originally Posted by Pugsley

So then that means we will NOT be seeing any elastomeric paint being applied? This is the final product?

It looks better with foliage on the trees surrounding it, and then I’m thinking it will look nice at night with the lights on. Maybe they’ll have some decorative lighting on the outside. But yea that would be the final project, seam cracks and all

[bingun]

They had one of those suspended platforms you see used to clean windows in high-rises the other day, so I think they can still make further fixes or enhancements. I assume they've finished the heavy lifting, which is why the crane is being demobilized.

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Are we absolutely sure they’re not painting the building a lighter colour like seen in the renders?

The building would look a lot better in a shade of white considering the white windows and how dirty the bare concrete will eventually look.

[bingun]

It's not quite the sidewalk, but the right turn lane on Charlotte Street in front of the building is now open to traffic again. The Charlotte Street Bike Lane will be busy in no time!

[cdnguys]

Originally Posted by EnvisionSaintJohn

Are we absolutely sure they’re not painting the building a lighter colour like seen in the renders?

The building would look a lot better in a shade of white considering the white windows and how dirty the bare concrete will eventually look.

Renderings tend to be lighter - colours never match. If it was going to painted, it would have been done at the factory like they pre installed the windows. I’m 90% certain what you see is what you get. It’s going to look nice at night time in the dark 🥴

[darkharbour]

Originally Posted by cdnguys

Renderings tend to be lighter - colours never match. If it was going to painted, it would have been done at the factory like they pre installed the windows. I’m 90% certain what you see is what you get. It’s going to look nice at night time in the dark 🥴

I agree. Plus I hope they don't try to paint it, there's no way it wouldn't end up peeling in under 10 years and looking way worse.

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Originally Posted by darkharbour

I agree. Plus I hope they don't try to paint it, there's no way it wouldn't end up peeling in under 10 years and looking way worse.

Wouldn’t lime-washing neither peel nor flake?

[bingun]

There are rental ads on Kijiji for the residential units, and they say occupancy is planned for November 2026.

Experience elevated urban living in Penthouse K at 99 King Street. Pre-lease this beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Penthouse that combines contemporary style with exceptional convenience. Thoughtfully finished and designed with a bright, open-concept layout, this suite offers the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication. The modern kitchen is designed to impress with beautiful finishes, sleek cabinetry, and quality appliances, flowing seamlessly into the spacious living areaideal for relaxing or entertaining. Large windows fill the suite with natural light, while the well-appointed bedrooms provide a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. Residents enjoy an impressive collection of building amenities, including a fitness center, resident lounge, shared rooftop patio, secure parcel lockers, storage spaces, secure entry, elevators, and underground parking options, all designed to make everyday living effortless. Located in the heart of Uptown Saint John, directly across from King's Square, you'll be just steps from the city's finest restaurants, cafés, shops, entertainment, and the waterfront. Whether you're meeting friends for dinner, or enjoying the vibrant downtown lifestyle, everything you need is right outside your door. Penthouse K starts at $3,895/month and is available on floors 11-12. Wi-Fi is included in all units. Tenants pay for their own heat and lights. Minimum 1 year lease. Underground parking is available for an additional fee. Occupancy planned for November 2026. (id:24493)

[darkharbour]

Originally Posted by bingun

There are rental ads on Kijiji for the residential units, and they say occupancy is planned for November 2026.

Still can't believe they didn't put balconies on this thing, some of the rents are astronomical for no outside space.

[sailor734]

Originally Posted by bingun

There are rental ads on Kijiji for the residential units, and they say occupancy is planned for November 2026.

4K a month and you don't get a parking spot.

Last year a family member was paying 4.75K/month in Vancouver (right on False Creek). That got you 1350 sq ft 2 BR, 2BR, high end finishes including marble foyer, Gas fireplace, Viking and Sub Zero appliances, 6 foot soaker tub, glass walled shower, glass walls in LR, a 8x24 balcony with gas hookup for BBQ. indoor pool, fitness center, guest suite, party room, meeting rooms, 24 hour concierge and two parking stalls with chargers. All this in a corner unit on the 25th floor, on the seawall with killer views of the ocean and the north shore mountains.

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Originally Posted by darkharbour

Still can't believe they didn't put balconies on this thing, some of the rents are astronomical for no outside space.

Wait, is there not even outdoor space for the penthouses on the top floor?!

[bingun]

Originally Posted by EnvisionSaintJohn

Wait, is there not even outdoor space for the penthouses on the top floor?!

My understanding is that the top setback level is a shared space, not residential units.

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Originally Posted by bingun

My understanding is that the top setback level is a shared space, not residential units.

Rooftop penthouse units might have been the only units they could have actually sold as full luxury. I'm glad the rooftop is some sort of shared space, but what a missed opportunity for two penthouse units on the rooftop with the rooftop as their own patio.

Spending nearly $3000 a month to live at 99 King seems beyond reason, and I'll be shocked if the internet doesn't suck with the developer providing internet service to the entire building.

It's really disappointing to see any government funds and financing go to a building like this, when the site had the potential to be something much more than this brutally tacky, faux luxury building that we've ended up with. Though, it's not quite as bad as it looked in some of the renders.

Nonetheless, good on them getting the 10+ storey residential high rise built in Uptown Saint John in a long time, I just hope future high rises popping around Uptown and elsewhere don't try to do too much to "fit in" with the architectural vernacular of Saint John, like 99 King clearly has.