Published 22 September 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
What's Your Unit Worth Right Now?
Get a free AI-powered price range for your condo in under 90 seconds — floor, exposure, view, parking and locker included. No name or address required.
Get My Free Estimate →
The best condo buildings to rent in Yorkville are 1 Yorkville, 8 Cumberland, 18 Yorkville, No. 10 Bellair and Four Seasons Private Residences. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district C02 averaged $2,623 a month for a one-bedroom and $5,181 for a two-bedroom in Q2 2026.
Pick on transit, suite size and what the rent includes — not on the lobby.
The five at a glance
| # | Building | Address | Built | Why renters like it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Yorkville | 1 Yorkville Avenue | 2020 | The newer-amenity pick with the largest rental supply in Yorkville and quick access to Bloor-Yonge |
| 2 | 8 Cumberland | 8 Cumberland Street | 2023 | The newest-build transit pick, a few steps from Yonge & Bloor |
| 3 | 18 Yorkville | 18 Yorkville Avenue (and 21 Scollard Street) | 2008 | An established building on the village's main street with a well-rounded amenity package |
| 4 | No. 10 Bellair | 10 Bellair Street | 2003 | The larger-layout luxury pick for tenants who want space and full services in the village |
| 5 | Four Seasons Private Residences | 50 Yorkville Avenue & 55 Scollard Street | 2012 | The top-end pick for executive and furnished rentals with hotel-level services |
How I chose them: I looked at Yorkville the way a tenant should — how quickly you reach transit, what the building actually offers day to day, suite sizes, building age and condition, and how many units come up for lease so you have choice. This is my own shortlist, not a paid or third-party ranking, and every building fact below is linked to a source at the end.
What renting a condo in Yorkville costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district C02 | $2,623 | $5,181 | 514 |
| City of Toronto | $2,316 | $3,154 | 15,388 |
| Whole GTA (TRREB area) | $2,273 | $3,013 | 21,251 |
Source: TRREB Rental Market Report, Q2 2026. District C02 is the TRREB reporting area that covers Yorkville; it is wider than the neighbourhood itself, so treat these as a guide rather than a quote for any one building.
Across the GTA, average condo rents were still below a year earlier in Q2 2026 — one-bedrooms down 2.3% and two-bedrooms down 1.7% — with 27,844 units listed for rent against 21,251 leased. TRREB says conditions still favour renters, which means there is usually room to negotiate on start date, parking or a longer term.
The top 5 condo buildings to rent in Yorkville
1 Yorkville
1 Yorkville Avenue
Completed 2020 · 58 storeys · about 577 suites · Developer: Bazis and Plaza
Getting around: About a 3-minute walk to Bloor-Yonge station (Lines 1 and 2).
What the building offers: Concierge; outdoor pool, hot tub and hot/cold plunge pools; crossFit studio and fitness gallery; sauna and steam room; rooftop BBQ area.
What renters should know:
- Newer building (around 2020) with a large amenity deck on floors 4-5.
- Many small suites (from about 450 sq ft), so it attracts singles and couples; lots of investor-owned units means steady rental supply.
- Sits at Yonge & Yorkville, so expect some street and construction noise from the busy corner.
Why it makes the list: The newer-amenity pick with the largest rental supply in Yorkville and quick access to Bloor-Yonge.
8 Cumberland
8 Cumberland Street
Completed 2023 · 51 storeys · about 399 suites · Developer: Great Gulf
Getting around: Steps from the Bloor-Yonge station area; Bay station is a few minutes' walk west.
What the building offers: Fourth-floor amenity level; lounge; dining area; fully equipped fitness centre; in-suite laundry and balconies.
What renters should know:
- One of the newest towers in the area (2023), so finishes are modern.
- Newer buildings often have strict move-in booking and deposit rules.
- Location between Bloor-Yonge and Bay stations suits commuters.
Why it makes the list: The newest-build transit pick, a few steps from Yonge & Bloor.
18 Yorkville
18 Yorkville Avenue (and 21 Scollard Street)
Completed 2008 · 36 storeys · Developer: Great Gulf
Getting around: About a 4-5 minute walk to Bloor-Yonge or Bay stations.
What the building offers: 24-hour concierge; gym and steam rooms; media room; party room with kitchen; rooftop garden; billiards.
What renters should know:
- Mid-2000s tower plus a lower-rise annex, so there is a range of suite types.
- Set back from Bloor on Yorkville Avenue, so it is a little quieter than towers on Yonge.
- Walkable to Yorkville shops and restaurants.
Why it makes the list: An established building on the village's main street with a well-rounded amenity package.
No. 10 Bellair
10 Bellair Street
Completed 2003 · 27 storeys · about 133 suites · Developer: Tridel (with Brookfield)
Getting around: About a 5-minute walk to Bay station; Bloor-Yonge and Museum also walkable.
What the building offers: 24-hour concierge; indoor saltwater pool and hot tub; two-storey fitness centre; party room; guest suites; valet parking.
What renters should know:
- Boutique building with larger suites, so rentals are fewer and priced at the luxury end.
- Valet parking and a full-service lobby suit tenants who need a car downtown.
- A quieter side street off Cumberland, in the middle of the village.
Why it makes the list: The larger-layout luxury pick for tenants who want space and full services in the village.
Four Seasons Private Residences
50 Yorkville Avenue & 55 Scollard Street
Completed 2012 · 55 storeys · Developer: Menkes Developments and Lifetime Developments
Getting around: About a 5-minute walk to Bay station.
What the building offers: 24-hour concierge and doorman; spa and fitness centre; indoor pool and hot tub; valet parking; residents' lounge with terrace; guest suites.
What renters should know:
- Two towers (55 and 26 storeys) sharing a complex with the Four Seasons Hotel; residents reach their homes through a private sky lobby.
- Very limited and high-priced rental supply, often furnished or executive leases.
- Hotel-style services may be available to residents; ask the landlord what is included.
Why it makes the list: The top-end pick for executive and furnished rentals with hotel-level services.
Want me to find you a unit in Yorkville?
Looking to rent in Yorkville?
Tell me your budget, move-in date and must-haves. I will send you what is actually available in these buildings, before it gets picked over.
I will come back to you personally, usually the same day. If it is urgent, call or text 833-330-1925.
Living in Yorkville as a renter
Toronto's luxury shopping and dining district, with the 'Mink Mile' of Bloor Street, galleries and restaurants on Yorkville Avenue and Cumberland Street, and Victorian homes on the quieter streets to the north. Hotel-branded residences sit alongside newer glass towers near Yonge.
| Yorkville in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Bloor Street (south), Davenport Road (north), Avenue Road (west) and Yonge Street (east). |
| Transit | Line 1 and Line 2 meet at Bloor-Yonge and St. George; Bay station (Line 2) sits at Bay & Bloor/Cumberland in the heart of the neighbourhood; Museum station (Line 1) is at Queen's Park near Avenue Road. |
| Everyday life | Village of Yorkville Park (Cumberland Street), Jesse Ketchum Park, Yorkville branch of the Toronto Public Library, high-end retail on Bloor Street West and Yorkville Avenue, Yorkville Village shopping centre on Avenue Road. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Annex (#95) (the City's Annex neighbourhood includes Yorkville) |
Things renters in Yorkville should know
- Among the highest condo rents in the city; many suites are rented furnished or on corporate leases.
- Luxury buildings (e.g. hotel-branded residences) often have strict move-in rules, deposits and elevator bookings.
- The newer towers near Yonge (1 Yorkville, 8 Cumberland) have the most rental supply; the boutique buildings have very few rentals.
Before you sign a condo lease
- Use the Ontario Standard Lease. Landlords of most private rental units, condos included, must use the province’s standard lease template for new leases.
- Deposits are capped. A landlord can ask for a rent deposit of no more than one month’s rent, and it must go toward your last month. Damage deposits are not allowed; a key or fob deposit must be refundable. See Ontario rental deposit rules.
- Check the rent-control date. The annual guideline (2.1% for 2026, 1.9% for 2027) does not apply to units first occupied as residences after 15 November 2018. Ask when the building was first occupied — in newer towers your increases are negotiable, not capped.
- Get utilities in writing. Newer towers usually meter hydro separately; many older buildings include it in the condo fee. It can be a real monthly difference.
- Read the condo rules. Tenants must follow the corporation’s declaration and rules — pets, move-in bookings, elevator deposits and short-term rental bans all live there.
The takeaway
In Yorkville, 1 Yorkville and 8 Cumberland are where I would start, but the right building depends on your commute and whether you want amenities or square footage. Compare the all-in monthly cost — rent, hydro, parking, locker — not the headline rent, and remember that in Q2 2026 renters, not landlords, had the upper hand across the GTA.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best condo buildings to rent in Yorkville?
My top five for renters are 1 Yorkville, 8 Cumberland, 18 Yorkville, No. 10 Bellair and Four Seasons Private Residences, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Yorkville?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district C02, which covers Yorkville, averaged $2,623 a month for a one-bedroom and $5,181 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in Yorkville is best for transit?
1 Yorkville at 1 Yorkville Avenue: about a 3-minute walk to Bloor-Yonge station (Lines 1 and 2).
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Yorkville?
Newer towers offer more amenities and modern finishes but smaller suites, separately metered hydro and no rent-control guideline if first occupied after 15 November 2018. Older buildings usually have larger layouts and often include utilities in the rent.
Is rent control in effect for condo rentals in Toronto?
Yes for units first occupied as residences on or before 15 November 2018, where increases are limited to the provincial guideline (2.1% in 2026 and 1.9% in 2027) once every 12 months. Units first occupied after that date are exempt from the guideline.
Do I pay a realtor to help me rent a condo?
On most MLS condo leases in the GTA the landlord pays the brokerage commission, but always confirm in writing before signing any agreement. I can search these buildings and review the lease with you.
Sources
- TRREB Rental Market Report, Q2 2026 — condominium apartment rents by district — accessed September 2026.
- Government of Ontario — residential rent increases and the rent increase guideline — accessed September 2026.
- 1 Yorkville — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 1 Yorkville — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 8 Cumberland — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 8 Cumberland — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 18 Yorkville — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- No. 10 Bellair — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- No. 10 Bellair — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Four Seasons Private Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Four Seasons Private Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yorkville — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yorkville — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
Related reading
- Top Real Estate Agent in Yorkville: What to Check Before You Sign
- Top 5 condos to rent in The Bay Street Corridor
- Top 5 condos to rent in Yonge and Bloor
- Top 5 condos to rent in The Annex
- Top 5 condos to rent in every Toronto neighbourhood
- How much rent can a landlord charge in Toronto?
- Renting now, buying later: a realistic timeline
About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto and GTA real estate broker
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record and co-founder of RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage, Unit 101, 799 The Queensway, Etobicoke. I help tenants, landlords, buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume. Rent figures here come from TRREB’s published rental report and tenancy rules from the Government of Ontario, so you can check all of it without asking me.
Reach me at connect@jatindua.com or 833-330-1925, or book a call.