The Suites at Macpherson
stylish apartments in the heart of the city
Welcome to Macpherson, St. John’s newest deluxe apartment building. This senior friendly building is located in the heart of St. John’s, these bright and contemporary suites are housed in the gorgeous heritage building previously known as Macpherson Elementary.
Macpherson features 31 stylish one and two-bedroom suites that are just minutes from amenities such as grocery stores, physicians, and downtown retail. Designed by local interior design experts, Carvel & Helm, our apartments have been built with the utmost in style and functionality in mind.
Suite Options
Right-size your life! 15+ suite styles available, ranging in size and layout. Choose the one that best fits your needs.
For more information on the various styles, contact our team.
Suite style examples - click to enlarge
Suite Highlights
Sized
Just Right.
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With one and two-bedroom units available ranging between 550–1000 square feet, we have the perfect sized suite to help you right-size your life. Rental rates start at $1,750.
Designer
Suites.
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Designed by local experts, our bright and contemporary suites boast luxurious finishes, stunning city views, and in-suite climate control with air conditioning. Cozy up with a good book on those cold winter days or stay cool while sleeping on those hot summer nights.
Community Spaces.
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From our library overlooking the city to the walking track located just outside the building, our community spaces have been tastefully designed for your pleasure.
ADDITIONAL
Services.
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Enjoy a private fitness studio with personal trainers, a yoga studio and sauna, managed by AgeRight!
As a sister facility to Bishops Gardens personal care home, many of the services offered at Bishops Gardens can be provided on a priority basis to tenants of Macpherson – cleaning, laundry, day program, and more!
History
The Building
Born in Tilt Cove, Notre Dame Bay, Frederick Augustus Colbourne (1910–1989) was one of the most creative architects in Newfoundland during his time. He also became a founding member of the Newfoundland Association of Architects.
The Macpherson Academy project was one of Colbourne’s designs – constructed in 1948 – built in cast-in-place concrete. The building had traditional detailing but used small, regularly spaced recessed squares on the arches above doors and in panels between windows (a detail that has been preserved in our modernization of the building).
Source: Information adapted from Newfoundland Modern | Architecture in the Smallwood Years 1942–1972 by Robert Mellin.
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The Macpherson Name
The Honourable Harold Macpherson was a businessman born in St. John’s, NL and president of The Royal Stores from 1921–1963. Macpherson also dedicated his time to following his families’ interest in education as he served on several boards and in various community efforts including the Legislative Council of Newfoundland. Harold also was an animal lover and passionate breeder of Newfoundland dogs (Westerland Kennels). Amazingly, facing extinction, the breed survived in Newfoundland due in large part to Harold’s efforts.
Harold was a generous man and bestowed the land along Rennie’s River to the city for use as a park and swimming area. Macpherson Academy, opened officially in 1949, was named in his honour. Harold was very supportive of the students at the academy and he was regarded with affection by many.
Source: Information adapted from Encyclopedia of Newfoundland & Labrador | Volume Three
“Labore et Honore”
