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Utility costs in older Toronto buildings - what to expect?

By KindSeeker9275 • 7 comments

Looking at a place in an older building near Danforth. Anyone know what typical hydro/heating costs look like?

Student housing near UofT - avoid the overpriced traps?

By Taylor4 • 5 comments

Starting grad school and looking for decent housing near campus. What areas should I avoid for overpricing?

Junction Triangle - up and coming or already gentrified?

By RunnerTO4 • 14 comments

Considering the area but not sure if it's still affordable or if it's already been discovered by everyone else.

Is $2200 reasonable for a 1BR in midtown?

By UofTGrad5 • 5 comments

Looking at places around Yonge/Eglinton area. Seeing 1BRs around $2200-2400. Is this the going rate now?

Looking for pet-friendly apartment downtown with parking

By Quinn • 1 comments

Hey everyone! I have a medium-sized dog and need parking for my car. Looking in downtown Toronto area. Any recommendations for buildings that allow pe...

Roommate situations - how to split costs fairly?

By Sage • 8 comments

Looking for a 2BR with a friend but one room is significantly larger. How do people usually split rent in these cases?

What's your experience with landlords in Kensington Market?

By HelpfulRenter934 • 7 comments

Looking to move to the area and wondering what the rental market is like there. Any good or bad experiences to share?

Dealing with noise complaints in Toronto rentals

By QuickPerson4452 • 4 comments

Live above some very loud neighbors. What's the best way to handle this - talk to them first or go to landlord?

Winter heating costs in Toronto apartments - what should I budget for?

By heating_help • 13 comments

Moving into my first Toronto apartment this winter and trying to figure out realistic heating costs. The place has electric baseboard heating and isn'...

Roommate horror story: financial lessons learned the hard way in Toronto

By survivor_mode • 18 comments

Just escaped a terrible roommate situation and wanted to share some hard-learned lessons about splitting rent and bills in Toronto. Main lesson: get...

How much are you paying for rent right now? (and for what?)

By KindUser9851 • 50 comments

How much are you paying for rent right now? I am currently paying $3200 for a 3 bedroom

Questions to Ask Toronto Property Management Companies Before Signing Your Lease

By rachel_r • 6 comments

After dealing with some questionable property management companies, I've learned the hard way that you need to ask the right questions upfront. Here's...

The Junction Triangle hidden gem or still too industrial? 2024 update

By wanderlust_girl • 17 comments

Considering a move to Junction Triangle. I know it used to be pretty industrial but I've heard it's changing fast. Anyone living there currently? Ho...

Thinking of moving out of downtown to save

By just_moved_here • 1 comments

Thinking of moving out of downtown to save

How to Negotiate Rent in Toronto's Current Market - Success Stories Welcome

By samdeals • 4 comments

Everyone says you can't negotiate rent in Toronto's crazy market, but I'm wondering if that's actually true. My lease is up for renewal and they want ...

Found bedbugs in my Yonge-Eglinton apartment - landlord won't help, what are my rights?

By TenantHelper • 9 comments

Discovered bedbugs in my apartment last week. Landlord is claiming it's my responsibility and wants me to pay for extermination. This doesn't seem rig...

Liberty Village noise levels - is it really that bad near the tracks?

By liz_toronto • 7 comments

Looking at a place in Liberty Village that's about 200 meters from the GO train tracks. The rent is amazing for the space and amenities, but I'm worri...

Scarborough vs North York vs Etobicoke - Best Value Neighborhoods for Young Professionals

By sarahexplorer • 3 comments

Toronto is getting so expensive that I'm seriously considering moving out of the core. I work downtown but only 2-3 days per week now, so thinking abo...

First-time renter in Toronto - what utilities should I expect to pay?

By newbie_here • 18 comments

Moving to Toronto for my first job and looking at apartments. Some include utilities, others don't, and I have no idea what's normal to pay for things...

How do you deal with thin walls and noisy neighbors in Toronto apartments?

By pizzalover92 • 9 comments

I just moved into a newer condo near Liberty Village and the walls are paper thin. I can hear my neighbors' TV, conversations, even their phone calls....

Pet-Friendly Apartments in Toronto: Which Buildings Actually Welcome Dogs?

By chrisanddog • 3 comments

Dog owner here desperately searching for a pet-friendly rental in Toronto! I have a medium-sized golden retriever who's well-trained and quiet, but fi...

Downtown Toronto vs North York apartments - rent prices and transit access comparison 2025

By CoffeeBean23 • 6 comments

I'm torn between downtown Toronto and North York for my next apartment move in 2025. Downtown has the obvious transit advantages with multiple subway ...

How to research property management companies before signing a lease?

By samantha91 • 4 comments

About to sign with a property management company I've never heard of. They manage several buildings I'm looking at but I want to do my due diligence f...

2 years of downtown Toronto apartment living - what I wish I knew before

By mikethebike • 6 comments

Just moved out after 2 years in a Financial District condo. Learned so much about downtown living that I wish someone had told me before signing that ...

Winter heating costs in older Toronto buildings - what should I expect?

By SpicyTaco47 • 4 comments

Moving into an older apartment building near Queen and Ossington next month. The landlord says heat is included but I've heard horror stories about ol...

Understanding Your Rights as a Toronto Tenant - Rent Control and Legal Protections in 2025

By mayarights • 3 comments

With rental prices getting crazier every year, I think it's important for all Toronto renters to understand our legal rights. I've been researching te...

King West vs Queen West for $3000/month - which has better value?

By BlueJays_Fan • 4 comments

Looking at two similar 1+den units, both around $3000/month. One is in King West near Bathurst, the other in Queen West near Ossington. Both have sim...

Is my landlord allowed to show up unannounced?

By SmartRenter4541 • 2 comments

New landlord keeps dropping by without 24hr notice. What are my rights here?

What's your experience with landlords in Kensington Market?

By QuickPerson4452 • 4 comments

Looking to move to the area and wondering what the rental market is like there. Any good or bad experiences to share?

Anyone know about rent control at 123 Queen?

By TorontoRenter245 • 4 comments

I'm looking at a unit at 123 Queen Street downtown. Building looks older but not sure if it's rent controlled. Anyone have experience with this buildi...

What red flags should I watch for during Toronto apartment viewings?

By coffee_addict47 • 7 comments

I'm new to Toronto and apartment hunting. Just had a viewing where the landlord seemed super pushy about signing right away and wouldn't let me take p...

Is $2800 reasonable for a 1BR in King West? Market feels crazy right now

By sarah-books • 7 comments

Looking at a 1BR in King West for $2800/month. It's a newer building with gym and concierge but no parking included. The unit is around 550 sq ft. I k...

What's considered 'affordable' rent in Toronto these days?

By CuriousUser5369 • 2 comments

New to the city and shocked at rental prices. What percentage of income do most people spend on rent here?

Rent control buildings in Toronto - how to find them and what protections do tenants actually get?

By NightOwl47 • 7 comments

I keep hearing about rent control buildings in Toronto but I'm confused about what this actually means and how to find them. Are all buildings built b...

Anyone else getting outbid on Bloor West rentals? What's your strategy?

By jessica_m • 6 comments

I've been looking for a 1-bedroom in Bloor West Village for 3 months now. Every decent place under $2800 has multiple people offering above asking. La...

Is $3200/Month Fair for a 2-Bedroom Near Yonge-Eglinton Station? Need Advice

By davestudent • 4 comments

Found a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo right at Yonge & Eglinton (literally 2-minute walk to subway). Landlord is asking $3200/month. It's a newer buildi...

Is $2200 reasonable for a 1BR in midtown?

By TorontoRenter242 • 2 comments

Looking at places around Yonge/Eglinton area. Seeing 1BRs around $2200-2400. Is this the going rate now?

Red flags when viewing apartments? Just got burned by a sketchy landlord

By maple_leaf • 4 comments

I just lost my deposit and first month's rent to what I now realize was a scam landlord. The guy seemed legit during the viewing - had keys, knew deta...

Landlord Won't Fix Heating in My Toronto Condo - What Are My Tenant Rights?

By mayarights • 3 comments

This is urgent - it's been 3 weeks without proper heating in my downtown condo. It's getting really cold at night and my landlord keeps saying "the bu...

Junction Triangle - up and coming or already gentrified?

By SmartRenter8681 • 6 comments

Considering the area but not sure if it's still affordable or if it's already been discovered by everyone else.

Anyone dealt with bed bugs at older buildings near Ossington? Need advice

By CoffeeAddict • 8 comments

Found what I think are bed bug bites on my arms this morning. I'm in an older building near Ossington and Queen - love the area but starting to worry....

Parking included Toronto rentals - which neighborhoods have the best deals under $2500?

By RedVelvet8 • 4 comments

Desperately need parking included in my rental but trying to stay under $2500/month total. Most downtown places either don't include parking or charge...

Pet-friendly rentals in Toronto - mission impossible?

By KindUser9851 • 4 comments

Been searching for months for a place that allows cats. Are there any neighborhoods or landlords that are more pet-friendly?

Liberty Village vs King West vs Entertainment District - Where Should I Rent in 2024?

By mikey91 • 3 comments

I'm torn between these three downtown neighborhoods and could use some local insight! I'm a 26-year-old working in tech, budget around $2800-3200 for ...

Red Flags to Watch Out for When Viewing Toronto Rental Apartments - Share Your Horror Stories

By jessdowntown • 4 comments

After 3 months of apartment hunting in this crazy market, I've learned to spot red flags the hard way. Thought I'd share some warning signs I wish I k...

Commuting from Scarborough vs Etobicoke - which is better for downtown workers?

By BlueJay2019 • 5 comments

Got a job offer downtown starting in October and trying to decide between two areas for better value. Found decent 1BR options in both Scarborough (ne...

Best neighborhoods for young professionals under $2500?

By QueenStSeeker5 • 5 comments

Moving to Toronto for work and looking for recommendations on neighborhoods. Budget is around $2200-2500 for a 1BR. Want somewhere with good transit a...

Toronto tenant rights when landlord won't fix broken appliances, heating, or plumbing issues

By ThunderBolt55 • 4 comments

My landlord has been ignoring repair requests for over a month now. The dishwasher is completely broken, heating barely works (apartment stays around ...

Best Downtown Toronto Neighborhoods for First-Time Renters Under $2500/Month

By alex23 • 3 comments

Hey everyone! I'm a recent graduate looking to move to downtown Toronto for my first job. My budget is around $2400/month for a 1-bedroom or nice stud...

Looking for pet-friendly rentals downtown - which buildings actually allow dogs?

By midnightowl • 7 comments

Moving to Toronto next month with my medium-sized golden retriever. Every listing says "no pets" but I keep hearing some buildings are flexible if you...

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