Published 22 September 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
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The best condo buildings to rent in Forest Hill are Village Terraces, Village Park, Village Gate, The Courtyards of Upper Forest Hill and Albany Court. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district C03 averaged $2,258 a month for a one-bedroom and $3,542 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 | Village Terraces | 260 Heath St W | 1981 | The area's largest traditional condo, with big layouts and utilities included |
| 2 | Village Park | 240 Heath St W | 1980 | Larger-layout pick with a pool, next door to Village Terraces |
| 3 | Village Gate | 18 & 19 Lower Village Gate | 1986-1988 | Gated, resort-style complex in the heart of Forest Hill Village |
| 4 | The Courtyards of Upper Forest Hill | 2603 Bathurst St | 2008 | Boutique low-rise that benefits most from the new Line 5 Forest Hill station |
| 5 | Albany Court | 740 Eglinton Ave W | 2014 | Value pick for renters wanting a Forest Hill address near Line 5 without luxury-building rents |
How I chose them: I looked at Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district C03 | $2,258 | $3,542 | 161 |
| TRREB district C04 | $2,330 | $3,196 | 75 |
| 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 C03 is the TRREB reporting area that covers Forest Hill; 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 Forest Hill
Village Terraces
260 Heath St W
Completed 1981 · 18 storeys · about 132 suites · Developer: Cadillac Fairview
Getting around: About a 5-10 minute walk to St. Clair West station (Line 1) and the 512 streetcar.
What the building offers: Outdoor pool; sauna; concierge; security; underground parking.
What renters should know:
- Heat, hydro, water and cable reported as included in condo fees — rentals are often all-inclusive.
- 1981 building with large suites (listed roughly 750-1,970 sq ft) and big terraces.
- Older building; unit condition varies by owner renovation.
Why it makes the list: The area's largest traditional condo, with big layouts and utilities included.
Village Park
240 Heath St W
Completed 1980 · 17 storeys · about 66 suites
Getting around: About a 5-10 minute walk to St. Clair West station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Indoor pool; sauna; 24-hour concierge; storage lockers; visitor parking.
What renters should know:
- Very large suites (listed around 1,700+ sq ft) — suited to families or sharers.
- High maintenance fees reflect size and age; landlords may price rent accordingly.
- Few units, so availability is sporadic.
Why it makes the list: Larger-layout pick with a pool, next door to Village Terraces.
Village Gate
18 & 19 Lower Village Gate
Completed 1986-1988 · 7 storeys · about 164 suites · Developer: Camrost Development
Getting around: About a 10-minute walk to St. Clair West station (Line 1); close to Forest Hill Village.
What the building offers: Gatehouse security; outdoor pool; clubhouse; gym; sauna; library.
What renters should know:
- Two-building gated complex; Condo fees are reported to include heat, hydro, cable and parking.
- Upscale, largely owner-occupied — rentals are infrequent and priced at the high end.
Why it makes the list: Gated, resort-style complex in the heart of Forest Hill Village.
The Courtyards of Upper Forest Hill
2603 Bathurst St
Completed 2008 · 6 storeys · about 63 suites · Developer: The Rose Corporation
Getting around: Walkable to Forest Hill station (Line 5) at Bathurst & Eglinton; Bathurst buses at the door.
What the building offers: Party/games room; media room with theatre seating; guest suites; outdoor patio with gas fireplace; BBQs.
What renters should know:
- Conversion of a 1950s building (2008) with art-deco styling and courtyards.
- Low-rise, quiet setting; only water reported as included in condo fees, so tenants usually pay hydro.
- Bathurst St frontage — busy road.
Why it makes the list: Boutique low-rise that benefits most from the new Line 5 Forest Hill station.
Albany Court
740 Eglinton Ave W
Completed 2014 · 6 storeys · about 58 suites
Getting around: On the Eglinton Line 5 corridor, a short walk to Forest Hill station (Bathurst).
What the building offers: Security system.
What renters should know:
- Newer mid-rise with smaller suites (listed about 490-980 sq ft) — a lower-cost entry point to the area.
- Minimal amenities.
- Eglinton frontage: street noise; heat and water reported as included in condo fees.
Why it makes the list: Value pick for renters wanting a Forest Hill address near Line 5 without luxury-building rents.
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Living in Forest Hill as a renter
One of Toronto's wealthiest, leafiest residential areas, dominated by large detached homes. Condos are few and mostly boutique mid-rise buildings from the 1970s-1980s around Forest Hill Village and Heath St W, plus low-rise buildings along Eglinton W and Bathurst.
| Forest Hill in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Forest Hill South: roughly Eglinton Ave W to the north, around Tichester Rd/St Clair Ave W to the south, Bathurst St to the west and Avenue Rd to the east; Forest Hill North extends north of Eglinton west of Bathurst-area streets up to Briar Hill Ave. Forest Hill Village is at Spadina Rd & Lonsdale Rd. |
| Transit | St. Clair West station (Line 1) at the south edge; Cedarvale station (formerly Eglinton West; Line 1 and Line 5) and Forest Hill station (Line 5, at Bathurst) on Eglinton; Chaplin and Avenue stations (Line 5) along Eglinton; 512 St. Clair streetcar on St Clair Ave W. Line 5 Eglinton opened 8 Feb 2026 (Mount Dennis-Kennedy). |
| Everyday life | Forest Hill Village shops and services at Spadina Rd & Lonsdale Rd (including a small grocer); Eglinton Ave W between Bathurst and Spadina; Sir Winston Churchill Park; Cedarvale Ravine. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Forest Hill South; Forest Hill North |
Things renters in Forest Hill should know
- Condo rental supply is thin: most buildings are small and owner-occupied, so good units come up infrequently and move quickly.
- Older luxury buildings often include heat, hydro and even cable in fees and have large suites — rents reflect size.
- Line 5 now adds Forest Hill, Chaplin and Avenue stations along Eglinton, improving transit for the north half of the area; several new condo projects (e.g. at St Clair W & Bathurst, Montclair Ave) are under construction and not yet occupied.
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 Forest Hill, Village Terraces and Village Park 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 Forest Hill?
My top five for renters are Village Terraces, Village Park, Village Gate, The Courtyards of Upper Forest Hill and Albany Court, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Forest Hill?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district C03, which covers Forest Hill, averaged $2,258 a month for a one-bedroom and $3,542 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in Forest Hill is best for transit?
Village Terraces at 260 Heath St W: about a 5-10 minute walk to St. Clair West station (Line 1) and the 512 streetcar.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Forest Hill?
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.
- Village Terraces — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Village Terraces — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Village Park — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Village Gate — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Courtyards of Upper Forest Hill — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Albany Court — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Forest Hill — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Forest Hill — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Forest Hill — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Forest Hill — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
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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.